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Cat Talk
The student news site of Millbrook High School

Cat Talk
The student news site of Millbrook High School

Cat Talk
Summer Anderson

Summer Anderson, Entertainment Editor

Hi, Cat Talk readers! My name is Summer Anderson, and I’m a senior at Millbrook High School. This is my third year on the Cat Talk staff. I have loved writing my whole life, and my dream is to study journalism. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with friends and family, going to Younglife, and reading horoscopes. I have 3 dogs named Bella, Finn, and Maggie. I also have a cat named Muffin. Thanks for checking out the Cat Talk, and I hope you enjoy my articles.

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Advertising for two new movies that will definitely be huge hits, these posters showcase Mulan and The New Mutants. These films have some major changes from the past storylines that will shock their audiences.

Lights, Camera, Action: Movies that deviate from the original

Summer Anderson, Entertainment Editor
May 24, 2020
Posing after rehearsing one of their musical numbers, the talented cast and crew of this year’s spring musical Anything Goes have fun during one of their last run-throughs. The show’s cancellation was heartbreaking to the cast, crew, and Millbrook community.

Honoring the cast and crew of Anything Goes

Summer Anderson, Entertainment Editor
May 18, 2020
Audiences everywhere will be heartbroken over the next year due to the lack of new content from their favorite TV shows. Netflix has shut down all production of its original content making fans of Stranger Things, The Outer Banks, The Witcher, and more wait longer for its next season.

Coronavirus affects entertainment industry

Summer Anderson, Entertainment Editor
May 18, 2020
Playing Just Dance is an easy way to do cardio at home and is fun for those who like to dance and listen to music. Staying active during quarantine will help benefit your mood, energy, and keep you from becoming lazy.

Fun and effective at-home workout ideas

Summer Anderson, Entertainment Editor
April 24, 2020
While school is out, many have the opportunity to spend some quality time binge-watching new shows on streaming services such as Netflix. Some of my recommendations are Love is Blind, On My Block, and October Faction.

TV shows to binge-watch over break

Summer Anderson, Entertainment Editor
March 19, 2020
Walking with her friendly aussie, senior Sapna Chhabra works a part-time job as a dog trainer. This job is helping her gain the experience to further her goal of being a professional dog trainer in the future.

The ups and downs of working during high school

Summer Anderson, Entertainment Editor
February 18, 2020
Speaking to an audience, President Donald Trump delivers a speech about expanding public healthcare. On Friday morning, President Trump claimed responsibility for a United States attack killing one of Iran’s leaders, Major General Qasem Solemani.

Tensions rise as the United States claims responsibility for fatal Iran attack

Summer Anderson, Entertainment Editor
January 3, 2020
Displaying two movies that will be in theatres over winter break, these posters advertise Cats and Jumanji: The Next Level. Watching these movies over the long-awaited break is a perfect way to relax over the holidays.

Lights, Camera, Action!: Must-see movies for winter break

Summer Anderson, Entertainment Editor
December 18, 2019
Rehearsing for the fall play, freshman Lily Kindsvatter and senior Meghan Sielaty practice for The Bad Seed. The fall play will be performed this Thursday through Saturday at 7 PM in the Millbrook auditorium.

Millbrook’s Theatre Department presents The Bad Seed

Summer Anderson, Entertainment Editor
November 20, 2019
Showcasing heroes, these posters show strong and smart characters that will use their detective skills to save the day. Motherless Brooklyn and Charlie’s Angels are in theatres this month and are sure to keep their audiences highly entertained.

Lights, Camera, Action!: Delightful detective movies

Summer Anderson, Entertainment Editor
November 4, 2019
Showcasing their delicious bowls in the storefront window, Jasmin and Olivz offers a wide variety of Mediterranean meals. Jasmin and Olivz is located in the Falls Village shopping center, making it a perfect option for off-campus lunch.

Underrated off-campus lunch spots

Summer Anderson, Entertainment Editor
November 4, 2019
Rehearsing for the big night, seniors Morgan Hardy, Ashlyn Connel, and Avery Glenn practice their scene based off of the movie Saw. To see this fright and more, come to Eklektikos tonight at 7 PM!

Millbrook gets spooky

Summer Anderson, Entertainment Editor
October 8, 2019
Advertising two new movies set to premiere this summer, The Secret Life of Pets 2 and Annabelle Comes Home are two different films that are sure to appeal to viewers. This summer there are dozens of movies that are perfect to see to escape the summer heat.

Lights, Camera, Action!: Summer movies to escape the heat

Summer Anderson, Features Editor
May 22, 2019
Wearing avant-garde masks, this group of juniors is ready to perform at Outdoor Drama. Their scene was based on the seven deadly sins, and their eerie performance left the audience shocked.

Showcasing Millbrook’s IB theatre classes

Summer Anderson, Features Editor
May 3, 2019
Smiling bright, new members of Millbrook’s Service Club celebrate being inducted into this highly selective club. Service Club honors students, faculty, and community members who go above and beyond in the Millbrook community and defines what it means to serve.

Celebrating Wildcats who serve

Summer Anderson, Features Editor
April 28, 2019
Posing in Central Park in New York City, these students along with Mr. Kotzian smile for the camera. Last week, multiple students went to New York City to learn about more about professional theatre and dance.

Dance and drama Wildcats visit New York

Summer Anderson, Features Editor
March 21, 2019
Leaping out of the water at SeaWorld, these two majestic orcas perform various tricks for the audience. Do the SeaWorld parks do more harm or good?

That’s What She Said- Sea World: Much more than an amusement park

Summer Anderson, Features Editor
March 20, 2019
Displaying upcoming new movies, these two posters showcase an abundance of vibrant colors that attract the eye. Dumbo and Wonder Park are two films that will make you feel like a child at heart, through their fun and imaginative storylines.

Lights, Camera, Action: Kid at heart movies

Summer Anderson, Features Editor
March 20, 2019
Touring the plaza, locals and tourists explore Cathedral Square in Christchurch, New Zealand. On Friday morning, this square was in total chaos because of two shootings that left dozens dead.

New Zealand mosque shooting leaves dozens dead

Summer Anderson, Features Editor
March 16, 2019
Hanging out at the lake, Bijou Jones is excited to celebrate the day with his owner Avery Jones. Today is National Pet Lovers Day so make sure to spend the day pampering your pets.

Happy National Love Your Pet Day

Summer Anderson, Features Editor
February 20, 2019

Black History Month FYI: George Crum

Summer Anderson, Features Editor
February 2, 2019
Shining bright, these trophies are waiting to be claimed at the 91st Academy Awards in February. This year's nominees were just released, so make sure to check if your favorite celebrities have a chance to take home the Oscar.

Oscar Nominations 2019: Did your favorites make the list?

Summer Anderson, Features Editor
January 23, 2019
Urging trespassers to turn back, this sign is the last warning before people are arrested or shot by snipers before entering Area 51. Area 51 is a top secret military base that has led to many speculations of the government hiding the extraterrestrial.

The myth of Area 51

Summer Anderson, Features Editor
January 7, 2019
Portraying two intelligent and independent heroines, Mary Poppins Returns and Second Act are two new films that came out this month. Both films are perfect movies to watch that spotlight a female protagonist that inspires many women around the world.

Lights, Camera, Action: Strong female leads

Summer Anderson, Features Editor
December 19, 2018
Waiting to be eaten, this plate of scrumptious cookies and glass of cold milk are ready for the jolly man in red to come down the chimney. Leaving cookies for Santa is a common holiday tradition many participate in every year, but many do not know the reason for this peculiar gesture.

The truth behind holiday superstitions

Summer Anderson, Features Editor
December 19, 2018
Autographs and jerseys sit on display near the cafeteria. These were provided by some of the multiple Millbrook who play professional sports today. Millbrook has produced multiple well-known alumni who followed their dreams and made it big!

Where are they now?

Summer Anderson, Features Editor
December 7, 2018
Rehearsing for their debut performance, junior Alex Machalikcy and seniors Riley Yates, Vinnie Davies, and Lily Gaddis run lines to prepare for the fall play. Blithe Spirit is the 2018 fall play that starts this Thursday and will continue through Saturday at 7:00 in the auditorium.

Millbrook gets spooky in the fall play

Summer Anderson, Features Editor
November 13, 2018
Representing Millbrook’s creativity, this garden made by FFA, along with students in Art and Creative Writing, won first prize at the North Carolina State Fair. This was one of the many ways Millbrook students were represented at the fair.

Millbrook Wildcats attend the North Carolina State Fair

Summer Anderson, Features Editor
October 29, 2018
Promoting two Halloween movies, Halloween and Goosebumps 2 are both films that came out this October. These new Halloween movies may be a perfect way for you to get into the spooky spirit this Halloween.

Lights, Camera, Action: Halloween movies

Summer Anderson, Features Editor
October 29, 2018
Promoting three highly recognizable movies from their decade, The Breakfast Club, The Money Pit, and Heathers are all works that remain a symbol of the 80’s today. These movies are all available to stream on Netflix and make for a perfect 80’s movie marathon.

Lights, Camera, Action!

Summer Anderson, Features Editor
October 19, 2018
Fleeing their home, a family of Wilmington residents leave their house to escape the flooding with help from the North Carolina National Guard. Over a week after the deadly Hurricane Florence, people still remain in shelters because of the damage.

The devastating effects of Hurricane Florence

Summer Anderson, Features Editor
September 26, 2018
Dancing their heart out for the chance to win one million dollars, the young dance group The Untouchables was featured on America’s Got Talent in season eleven and placed in the top ten. This summer some of our favorite TV shows return like America’s Got Talent, and many new shows premiere for the first time so it is important to mark your calendars so you do not miss an episode.

Getting ready for a summer of entertainment

Summer Anderson, Staff Reporter
May 22, 2018
Visiting the National Museum of African American History and Culture, the African American Literature Club saw many different educational exhibits to learn more about African American Culture. The African American Literature Club is a new club at Millbrook that studies many different important African Americans in Literature.

Campus Clubs

Summer Anderson, Staff Reporter
May 22, 2018
Singing and dancing at his concert, Michael Jackson, who died in 2009, is accused of faking his death. Many other deceased celebrities have been accused of faking their own deaths, but are the theories real or a way for their fans to keep their favorite stars alive?

The reality behind fake deaths

Summer Anderson, Staff Reporter
May 14, 2018
Posing for the camera, a stylish man dons short-shorts, a beret, and flip flops. He is the embodiment of all the daring Spring Break trends that have arrived this season.

Hot style trends to hop on for Spring Break

Maddy Fryar, Logan Powers, and Summer Anderson
April 1, 2018
Trying to eat nutritious lunches in the cafeteria, students TreShure Williams, Aaliyah Maye and Yasmine Kapini eat pizza and fruit to try to maintain a healthy balance of the food groups. March is National Nutrition Month, and it is important to know how to make healthy choices when eating lunch on and off campus.

The shocking truth about the nutritional value of school lunches

Summer Anderson, Staff Reporter
March 19, 2018
Working hard, club secretary Sara Vandersip and club service committee member Kaylee Zuniga make dog toys out of old t-shirts to donate to the SPCA. The Key Club is a service oriented club focused to giving back to the community through different service projects.

Campus Clubs

Summer Anderson, Staff Reporter
March 16, 2018
Celebrating Pi Day is all about math for some, but celebrating by eating pie and other sweet treats is for others. Pi day is celebrated today, so it is important to know your Pi Day history for this neat holiday.

Slice of pi, anyone?

Summer Anderson, Staff Reporter
March 16, 2018
To celebrate Mardi Gras, colorful parade floats travel down the crowded streets of New Orleans. Since today is Fat Tuesday it is important to know your Mardi Gras history.

Celebrating Mardi Gras

Summer Anderson, Staff Reporter
February 13, 2018
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What Disney movie are you?

Summer Anderson, Staff Reporter
January 31, 2018
Eating nutritional lunches bought at school, Millbrook student Cayla Finch enjoys her break from classes. During the long holiday breaks and weekends there is no other way for students to get meals provided by the school.

Students depend on school meals

Summer Anderson, Staff Reporter
January 22, 2018
During the Spanish Club November meeting, students paint Spanish skulls to celebrate Day of the dead. Celebrating Spanish holidays is one of the many activities the Spanish Club does to celebrate and to learn about the Spanish culture.

Campus Clubs

Summer Anderson, Staff Reporter
January 22, 2018
Battling against the Green Bay Packers in a intense game of football, the Carolina Panthers try to score points to win a tough game. The Carolina Panthers, currently owned by Jerry Richardson, will be up for sale at the end of the season.

Carolina Panthers for sale brings trouble for the NFL

Summer Anderson, Staff Reporter
December 22, 2017
To promote holiday spirit, NHSDA members Essence Ferguson (vice-president), Christina Bailey, and Damaris Jackson are selling candy canes during lunch. The funds from the candy canes will be donated to help the special needs take dance classes.

Campus Clubs: NHSDA

Summer Anderson, Staff Reporter
December 4, 2017
Outraged, thousands protest at the holocaust memorial in New York less than a day after President Trump’s refugee ban. Now that the ban is over, refugees are now allowed to apply for admission to the United States.

Trump’s Refugee ban ends after 120 days

Summer Anderson, Staff Reporter
October 26, 2017
Ready for last year’s competition, this bot was constructed by Millbrook’s Robotics Club and placed twenty-first out of 59 teams. The team will play the field game again at the robotics event on October 28.

Campus Clubs: The robots are coming

Summer Anderson, Staff Reporter
October 24, 2017
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