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Melanie Pena

Melanie Pena, Writer

Melanie Pena is a senior, and this marks her first year in newspaper. Her favorite part about newspaper is getting her stories published. Among other things, she spends the rest of her time in National Honor Society and Student Council. She hopes to one day be a lawyer.

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Drew (right) and Jamie Frank (left) stand in front of their store, Kickpin, which has a line of excited customers waiting to start shopping.

Never stop exploring: young entrepreneurs

Melanie Pena, Writer
May 14, 2020
Nicole Poissant, Ramon Garcia, Irvin Gonzalez, and Nailea Devora all have different passions. What do they share in common? They are all Coronado students who have dedicated countless hours towards their future careers.

Never stop exploring: never too young to pursue your dream

Melanie Pena, Writer
May 14, 2020
Even during a pandemic, showing your mom how much you appreciate her is important.

How to celebrate Mother’s Day during a pandemic

Melanie Pena, Writer
May 7, 2020
Jeremy Camp's story about his struggle with his faith and God is one that will blow you away.

‘I Still Believe’ touches millions

Melanie Pena, Writer
April 28, 2020
"Rare" focuses on Gomez's personal life and problems as opposed to her previous albums, which were centered around her love life

Selena Gomez’s album “Rare” opens door to very successful career

Melanie Pena, Writer
April 20, 2020
Joining a sorority is not as easy as you may think.

Everything you need to know about joining a sorority

Melanie Pena, Writer
April 10, 2020
Due to the wide spread virus, COVID-19, Coachella has been postponed until October, assuming the situation is under control by then.

Coachella is postponed due to COVID-19 pandemic

Melanie Pena, Writer
March 27, 2020
Billie Eilish continues to take the world by storm. Her Grammy appearance resulted in the winning of 5 major awards, the most for any artist at the age of 18.

A GRAMMY Award show unlike any other

Melanie Pena, Writer
February 7, 2020
Fires began in June of 2019 and do not seem to be slowing down any time soon.

Celebrities reach out to Australia in the midst of the fires

Melanie Pena, Writer
January 24, 2020
Justin Bieber has recently been diagnosed with Lyme Disease and chronic mono, providing his fans with a reason for his recently unhealthy appearance.

Justin Bieber reaches out to fans after rumors about his unhealthy decline in appearance and health take off

Melanie Pena, Writer
January 16, 2020
J-Lo and Shakira plan to put on a halftime show that people will never forget.

J-Lo and Shakira to put on the 2020 Pepsi Super Bowl Halftime Show

Melanie Pena, Writer
November 22, 2019
The Junior League of El Paso rings in the holiday season with their 46th annual "A Christmas Fair," located at the convention center.

46th Annual Christmas Fair rings in the holiday season

Melanie Pena, Writer
November 15, 2019
Kanye West releases album that is unlike any other with his main focus being Jesus and the Gospel.

Kanye hopes to draw his fans closer to God through his new album, “Jesus is King”

Melanie Pena, Writer
November 8, 2019
Lush Cosmetics offers a variety of organic - and oftentimes vegan - beauty products. Their upcoming location in the Cielo Vista Mall is expected to be quite popular.

Lush Cosmetics to open in the Sun City

Melanie Pena, Writer
November 1, 2019
Apple continues to redefine technology

Apple continues to redefine technology

Melanie Pena, Writer
October 2, 2019
Khalid, an artist who identifies as a proud El Pasoan, donated the proceeds of his concert to the El Paso Victims' Fund.

Khalid’s ‘Suncity’: the healing power of music

Melanie Pena, Writer
September 13, 2019
Photo courtesy / Cosmopolitan

Alabama Hannah “rolls” her way to fame

Melanie Pena, Writer
September 9, 2019
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