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  Since “A Storm of Swords” is extremely long, the show’s writers couldn’t possibly fit in the whole plot of the third book into the show. Because of this, most of the third season was the build up to the major action in the book. Last week’s episode differed from the season’s usual formula and...

Warning: This blog will contain Spoilers, and is only for people who have seen the current episode. We’ve finally gotten to the event I’ve been dreading since I read A Storm of Swords, and  I found it nearly unbearable to watch. As the wedding ended and the band started playing “The Rains of Castamere” I...

“Now the story of a wealthy family who lost everything and the one son who had no choice but to keep them all together.  It’s Arrested Development.” This the famous introduction to the TV show that IGN Entertainment calls the “funniest show of all time,” Arrested Development. The show aired on Fox for three seasons...

Everyone remembers the dread associated with being forced to read through “reading logs” as a kid. It is no secret that parents and teachers have always struggled to get their kids excited about reading. That is, until someone began the national, high-energy, kid-friendly and fun competition known as Battle of the Books. In Howard County,...

Sam Rubin talks with Jonathan Cohen about the world of fencing...

English teacher Brian Sackett, who was chosen as Atholton’s 2012-2013 Teacher of the Year, sits down with Raider Review reporter Ryan Carbo Q: Hi, Mr. Sackett, how are you today? A: Fine, thank you. Q: First off, the question that’s been on everyone’s mind: What’s next? Are you aiming for Teacher of the Decade or...

As one steps into the halls of Atholton, all that can be seen is a sea of students ranging from all different sizes and clothing types. However, two articles of clothing stand out above all: yoga pants and leggings.  The epidemic has affected the majority of girls at school and shows no signs of stopping....

The epitome of class and beauty; that is what comes to mind when most people think about Audrey Hepburn, one of the most influential and renowned actresses in the world. Although her reign was between the years 1951 and 1988, her timeless beauty and style is till prominent in today’s culture. The photograph’s of Hepburn...

Atholton Senior Jeremy Carton is a volunteer firefighter at the Fifth District Volunteer Fire Department, part of Howard County Fire and Rescue Services. At sixteen, he found out about the Volunteer Fire Department while browsing the Internet, and quickly became excited to participate. In his words, “I was sixteen, so didn’t really see a reason...

AHS Raider Review staff member Sam Rubin Sits down with Atholton Drummer Eliott Yozwiak to talk about his drumming, his passions and his goals. Featured Song Don’t forget to check out the other work on his channel!  ...