The native Islander found last year has completed his first year with an A+. Sole Steepback started with art and archaeology and quickly caught on to mechanics behind cars. He discovered a love of Music and Dance and even earned a bit of money with his first performance.In addition to good grades with no formal schooling before in his life, he also managed to pay his own way by restoring a car and explaining about items found in the local archeological dig. Sole has passed his skill exams with a ranking of at least 2 in all skills. This fall he even made chocobunnies for the winter fundraiser.
He has also been joined by another student from the Islands, Derek Zephyr who received a Scholar's grant. Derek Zephyr is also of Native Islander descent. Derek is interested in astronomy and is taking violin lessons. This is the first time in 50 years that two native Islanders have attended university at the same time.
SimCity Astronomy Club Peacock Islands Chapter Established
Teenage friends Derek Zephyr and Alrick Avalon decided to found the Peacock Island Chapter of the Astronomy Club. Each boy enjoys staring into the night sky. Alrick Avalon said, "All the other guys who live in the complex are scientists and techies so stargazing is something we can all talk about and I think finding out where all the stars are, being a part of that is really neat."Alrick was the first to discover a star. The Astronomy Club gives $500 to any member that discovers a star as a part of charting the night sky. Each member is asked to donate $25 for a 7 year membership (teens and children are free).
Archeological Dig Yields Fowl Fertility Icon
Scientists focusing their research on the culture and history of the Peacock Islands have unearthed an intact piece of pottery in the shape of a rooster on a nest. Sources say it is a fertility symbol of the Native Islanders, all things of a spiritual nature somehow relating to animals of the four elements. The rooster was placed by the bed for maximum effect. Those couples wishing to remain childless would not even have one in the house.Ethan Barrett, lead archeologist said, "This discovery is marvelous. Delving into the superstitions and religious aspects of the natives is a rare opportunity and this is the first evidence of a fertility symbol in the culture."
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 | Charles Zephyr: The academic issues of the islands have lately rules the paper, but please don't forget that we have a thriving downtown area. Learn , but have some fun too! | Editor-in-chief: Charles Zephyr SimCity Supplement paper made possible by a grant from the Sim Historical Preservation Society. Serving the Peacock Islands greater area. | |
Business News
Local Grocer Getting Better Business
For the past four years the grocery store has remained unranked due to it's limited hours. Since there are no residents to take employee jobs, the teenage owner must fit the store in between school and homework. However, recently the Greenworks Grocery has been given a rank of 1 of 10. Store owner, Alrick Avalon was pleased. "I'm happy that people want to shop here. I'm a bit shy so I know that puts people off sometimes, you know like I'm not paying attention, but I am really. I guess the produce can speak for itself. I only stock good quality food and sundries."First Scholarship Awarded
The first scholarship of the Peacock Islands has been awarded to Derek Zephyr. He maintained at least an A- during his public school career and received the Scholar's Grant for attendance at Peacock Isle Institute which he began attending in the fall.Advertisements
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Tourist News
Downtown is Smoking
Making out on the town is the latest thing as spring, or at the least the romantic thing that spring usually generates rushed into downtown Tail Feather Island. Here the editor in cheif is busy with Laela catnip the Roving Review Reporter.They went on a date to the downtown district where they can enjoy a club, park, beauty salon, shops, and lounge all without using a car or taxi. There are even a few residences right in downtown, but be careful and be sure to knock. This reporter forgot that important rule and walked in the top floor resident in nothing but her birthday suit.
If you wish to go downtown, you can take the municipally run ferry by either walking or through taking a car or taxi. Many of the establishments are open until the wee hours of the morning, so even if you're a complete night owl you can join your friends of lovers for a fun night on the town. Currently all community lots that are open are run by the Sim Historical Preservation Society until someone local is able to run them.
Announcements
Graduations
Congratulations to Derek Zephyr, high school class of 2004. Derek graduated with an A-, and received a scholarship to attend PII in the fall.
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Jobs
There are no jobs available on the island at this time, however check the Job Board to see which career tracks still have specific openings for Island residents.
Real Estate
There are apartments, residential homes, and retail locations available for any residents of the Islands. Please check with the SHPS at peacockislands@myway.com for details on how you can be part of the Island Experience!
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