This week’s senior spotlight is on the always-dependable Gracie Byrd Tharin! Ever since joining the RMA family in sixth grade, Gracie has proven to be one of its most valuable members. Gracie is one of the most caring people the class of 2021 has to offer. Her friends describe her as hard-working,...

This week’s Senior Spotlight is on the man, the myth, the legend, Graham Turnage. Graham has been at RMA since Pre-K, making him a lifer. With an infectious laugh and an easy-going personality, Graham makes an impression upon every room he enters. Anyone who has had the pleasure of getting to know...

Last Thursday, October 15th, the RMA Media Office had the opportunity to participate in the NCSMA Journalism Day regional fall workshop. NCSMA, also known as the North Carolina Scholastic Media Association, is a statewide organization that promotes excellence in scholastic journalism and encourages respect...

On Sunday, October 11, the Los Angeles Lakers made history, becoming the 2020 NBA Finals Champions. This win comes from within the NBA Bubble at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, where 22 teams competed in seeding games to determine their spots in the Playoffs. From inside the bubble, many stars...

The Social Dilemma, released by Netflix in January 2020, has taken the world by storm, exposing the questionable motives behind big tech companies. The creators of the movie interviewed former employees of these companies and also provided a fictional narrative to lay out a “real life” story that...

Hello, Bachelor Nation! On Tuesday, October 13, Clare Crawley’s season of The Bachelorette, which was interrupted by COVID-19, finally aired. Now, let’s get right into the dramatic two-hour premiere.   The season starts off with some safety precautions! All of the suitors spent time in...

This week's Faculty Focus is on RMA’s newest Middle School Science Teacher, Mr. Ivey Powell! Mr. Powell joined the RMA family over the summer. Born and raised right here in Rocky Mount, Mr. Powell has always contributed to his community in many ways. He has coached basketball and baseball since the...

Achieving the rank of Eagle Scout is a long, tedious process that requires dedication and a passion for your community. I should know, because for the past twelve months, I have been undergoing the process of becoming an Eagle Scout--the highest honor a Boy Scout of America can achieve. I, along with...

Halloween was one of my favorite times of the year when I was younger. I was able to choose my Halloween costume, and then go trick-or-treating in it! At the start of October, I would look through the many pages of the Chasing Fireflies Halloween costume catalog and circle costumes that I liked. I then...

 This week on Dancing With The Stars, Skai Jackson turned her foxtrot into a touching tribute to her late Jessie co-star and close friend, Cameron Boyce. In July 2019, Cameron Boyce, who had epilepsy, passed away during his sleep due to a seizure.   Skai chose the song “Ordinary People”...