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Articles by Sara Orr
Under the Jersey: The Reality Behind Student-Athletes’ Mental Health
By Emily Cutair College athletes often push themselves beyond their capacity, shaping their confidence and identity in numerous ways. However, under the jersey can lie a hidden battle of internal doubts, threatening their mental well-being daily. As conversations surrounding mental health have become more normalized, Flagler College staff and student-athletes say the emotional strain is real and worth talking about.
Tourists and Businesses Celebrate; Locals and City Officials Navigate: The Dual Reality of Night of Lights
By Eva Milan While swarms of visitors marvel at the picturesque winter wonderland that St. Augustine becomes during the holidays, many locals face a totally different reality. For them, Night of Lights comes at a cost, bringing more frustration than holiday cheer. The 58-day festival, which runs from mid-November through mid-January, attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors each season.
My Fair Lady, a beloved staple of golden age musical theater, tells the story of Eliza Doolittle, a Cockney flower girl who meets a pompous phonetics professor and undergoes a dramatic transformation under his hand. Professor Higgins makes a bet that, after his schooling, he could pass her off as a proper lady at a high-society event by simply teaching her to speak proper English.
Sense and Sensibility, a play adaptation by Kate Hamill based on the 1811 novel by Jane Austen, is a Regency-era tale of family, womanhood and the delicate balance between logic and feeling. Hazel Robinson’s direction brings a dynamic theatrical take to this classic story and breathes new life into Austen’s world.
Fill The Floor: Flagler ‘Shows the Love’
Story by Audrey Jirak, Photos by Sarah Ellis This year marked the fourth annual ‘Fill the Floor’ game, held at Flagler’s home court on February 12. Basketball fans and Flagler students alike brought stuffed animals to donate to UFHealth St. Johns Hospital. Fans brought a whopping 354 stuffed animals to toss for the cause, all of which were brought to UFHealth’s Flagler Hospital, where they will comfort kids who come into the emergency room.
Bridging the Gap at the Farmers Market: Making Fresh Food Accessible for All
By Sara Orr At 27 years old, the Saint Augustine Amphitheater Farmers Market is a cherished place for so many people and the artistic, welcoming, and diverse community of St. Augustine is reflected through this market every Saturday morning. For about seven years, the farmers market has offered those with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits the ability to use them at the market.
Award-Winning Actor and Comedian Tony Hale Comes to Flagler
By Sara Orr Tony Hale, the voice and face behind many well-loved characters, is coming to Saint Augustine as part of the Limelight Theatre education program. The event will take place on Sunday, March 2 from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at the Flagler College Lewis Auditorium. The first 200 Flagler students with ID can attend for free, and the cost for students after that is just $15.
Walking Through History: Lincolnville’s Legacy in the Civil Rights Movement
By Olivia Lockett The story of civil rights in St. Augustine isn’t just history- it’s alive in Lincolnville, where the past still echoes through its streets and people. The neighborhood, founded in 1866 by formerly enslaved people after the Civil War, has a history that isn’t confined to museum exhibits. The ACCORD Freedom Trail, which begins at 79 Bridge St., is a self-guided tour following 31 markers located at significant historical sites throughout St. Augustine.
Reproductive Health Services Here at Flagler: What You Need to Know!
By Sarah Ellis Reproductive health has always been a heavy subject but in recent years, it has become an integral part of the cultural zeitgeist among young people, who are becoming increasingly active politically and socially. The same political awareness permeates the female student population on the campus of Flagler College where there is an increasing concern about their reproductive freedoms. However, most are unaware of what resources are available to them on campus.
R.L. Stine Creeps into America’s Most Haunted City for an Interview
By Sara Orr R.L. Stine, author of the Goosebumps book series, stopped by WFCF Flagler College Radio Station as a part of our Presidential Lecture series to talk about his journey as a writer and the inspiration behind some of his best stories. Goosebumps, which is the second best selling book series in history, continues to remain prevalent in younger generations despite the over 230 books in the series. Listen to the interview below!
Stressed? Work It Out!
By Lainee Mack Exercise is the most powerful antidote to stress. With finals season approaching, Flagler College’s sports performance coach, and both students and student athletes alike, remind us that the best way to a strong mind is a strong body. Flagler College sports performance coach, Connor Gettemy, has an intriguing take on the relationship between physical exercise and mental health, believing that getting in the gym can only ever positively impact an individual’s mental health.
The Increasing Risks and Effects of Hurricanes in St. Augustine: Challenges and Adaptations at Flagler College
By Clemence Treguer St. Augustine, the nation’s oldest city, faces many challenges as hurricanes become more frequent and destructive. In the heart of the town stands Flagler College, renowned for its architectural beauty and cultural significance. As these threats intensify, the college must put in place some action to balance between preserving its historic heritage and adopting modern adaptations to safeguard its future.
How we fueled Nikocado Avocado’s downward spiral
By Sara Orr On Friday, Sept. 6, popular YouTuber Nicholas Perry, better known as Nikocado Avocado, revealed to the world that for the past two years, he has been uploading pre-recorded content and has secretly been on a weight-loss journey, during which he lost 250 pounds.
Flagler students spill: Clothing swap, thrift or fast fashion?
By Nicole Rodriguez FLAGLER COLLEGE- College students often don’t mind sharing their things with others, whether it’s extra snacks, old textbooks or clothing they don’t want anymore, many leave things outside of their dorm for others to take. “I gave away a bunch of clothing last year, leaving it outside of the laundry room because it wasn’t my style, and wasn’t fitting me anymore,” Jeanne Tissot, a French sophomore at Flagler College said.
The Pink Parlor: not your typical ice cream shop
By Sophia Cardona The Pink Parlor is the newest addition to Rainier Lane in St. Johns County, Florida. The ice cream shop is located right outside the Bartram Springs neighborhood which is a densely populated local community. The Pink Parlor opened its doors on March 21, 2024. The ice cream shop is open Sunday through Thursday from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. and stays open one hour later (11 p.m.) on Fridays and Saturdays. The Pink Parlor owner, Debra Alessi, decorated the shop alongside her family.
Our expertise dependancy - The Flagler College Gargoyle
By Sara Orr Last week, my 15-minute stroll from my room to class was interrupted by a pointy panic that stopped me in my tracks: I noticed I had left my cellular phone in my room. It was 10:55 a.m., my class began at 11:00 a.m., and the constructing that my class was in was in sight.
Choice or chore: Our technology addiction
By Sara Orr Last week, my 15-minute walk from my room to class was interrupted by a sharp panic that stopped me in my tracks: I realized I had left my cell phone in my room. It was 10:55 a.m., my class started at 11:00 a.m., and the building that my class was in was in sight.
Healing with horses: HorsePlay Therapy of Saint Augustine serving children and veterans through equine therapy
By Sara Orr When you traditionally think of therapy, your mind probably goes straight to a sterile small office with a lounge chair, desk and tissues. At HorsePlay Therapy Center in St. Augustine, Fla, a strong team of trained professionals and volunteers work to transform what therapy can look like, using horses to aid in the mental and physical treatment of special needs children and military veterans.
Joe Segal, a sculptor reconnecting humans with nature
By Sara Orr Joe Segal has always been struck by humans’ connection to nature. Being an artist local to St Augustine, he has seen how population increase and overdevelopment has affected our historic city. Currently, Segal is spending time in the studio working on pieces for a show in the Lightner Museum opening in March called Clear Cut that is about this issue.
‘Teach Me a Song:’ Indigenous music and art installation at Crisp Ellert
By Sara Orr Elisa Harkins has always been struck by the misrepresentation of Indigenous voices in artistic spaces and beyond. “Museums paint natives in a way that makes them seem like things of the past, when that is not close to the truth. We are still here and creating,” she said. “I’m featuring them, not studying them.” Harkins is a Cherokee/Muscogee Native American woman based in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Inflation takes a toll on small restaurants
By Sara Orr Over the past year, wholesale food prices have risen 13.2%, compared to an average yearly increase of 3.5%. Everyone from big businesses to the average grocery shopper have been affected by this rise in inflation. The restaurant industry has especially taken a hit, and maybe most affected have been small, family-owned restaurants like St. Augustine’s Falafel Queen.
The impact of adverse childhood experiences on oral health
Adverse childhood experiences Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are extremely stressful events that a child encounters before age 18 that lead to an inflammatory response in the body.
Interior Department Excludes Incidental Take Liability Under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act
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