Emily McLaughlin is a senior at Arcta High School and the Photo Editor for the Pepperbox this year. This is her first year in journalism, and she looks forward to contributing to the newspaper. Outside of school, she spends her time in nature and especially enjoys the beach. She also enjoys taking pictures of the scenic places scattered around Humboldt. She also loves picking flowers, going on hikes, and taking in the world around her. She is very family oriented and has a special place for flora and fauna in her heart.