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A peaceful lake scene reflects the calm and freedom that students are looking forward to this summer.

Fuquay-Varina High School students are kicking off summer 2025 with a bang

Cade Bookout, News Writer June 5, 2025

As the school year comes to a close, students at Fuquay-Varina High School are eagerly making plans to make this the best summer ever. Whether it's travelling, working, or just enjoying the time off, students...

Students (left to right) Sophia Matthews, Maimouna Diallo, Ivy Reeves, Brady Starler, Savannah Kurtz, Amelia Fruend, Jakeem Stewart, and Izzy McFalls work on their One Act “Gee!”

Students direct one act plays as their last time on stage this year

Sara Anderton, News Writer June 4, 2025

One acts are student-directed, sometimes student-written, plays which also feature student stars. One acts are informal plays that can make audiences laugh or cry but are completely student-run. Directors...

Apex is planning to build a new train station to give people better ways to travel.

Big changes coming to Apex

Zoe Spurlock, Sports Writer May 30, 2025

In the past few years, the Town of Apex has had some serious growth, and it doesn't look to be stopping anytime soon. It used to be a quiet place, but now it’s one of the fastest-growing towns in the...

Matt Edwards and his students performing the final band concert for the year.

Band teacher Mr. Edwards retires in June

Sara Anderton, News Writer May 29, 2025

After 23 years of working at FVHS, band teacher Matthew Edwards is retiring. Edwards is FVHS’ amazing band director who has gotten more awards than can be counted. He truly has made the school and community...

From Vegas to venues across the globe, summer 2025 is set to be unforgettable.

Lights, Sound, Action: This summer is sure to turn up the volume

Cade Bookout, News Writer May 23, 2025

Raleigh is set to host an electrifying lineup of concerts this summer, featuring a mix of global and local artists. From pop sensations to indie favorites, the city's venues are shaking with excitement.  One...

A drawing of one of the courtroom sketches depicting Cassandra Ventura being sworn in with Sean Combs watching.

P. Diddy reaches second week in federal court trial

Jackson Page, News Editor May 23, 2025

  The federal court case against Sean “Diddy” Combs officially began on May 5 at the Southern District of New York in Manhattan. Presided over by Judge Arun Subramanian, it began with the careful...

The Brooklyn Bridge, which carries thousands of vehicles over the water on a daily basis, was struck by a Mexican Navy ship.

Crash on Brooklyn Bridge leads to boat, bridge safety concerns

Sara Anderton, News Writer May 23, 2025

Two people died and over 20 were injured as a Mexican Navy ship crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday, May 17. The Cuauhtémoc had 277 people on board when it crashed into the bridge, snapping its...

People now need a Real ID for domestic travel on planes.

Real IDs, passports are required for airport safety

Sara Anderton, News Writer May 19, 2025

The lines are even longer lines at the DMV because people are working to get their Real IDs. Effective May 7, in order to board a domestic flight, you now need a Real ID. Additionally, you need one for...

Out with the old and in with the new flavors, including jumbo rainbows and sprinkle surprises.

Lucky Charms levels up, introducing new limited edition flavors

Cade Bookout, News Writer May 16, 2025

Lucky Charms introduces two new flavors, rainbow sprinkles and jumbo rainbow. Lucky Charms cereal has served as a bowl of nostalgia staying consistently on the shelves for over 60 years. Lucky Charms rainbow...

Infinite Campus replaces PowerSchool due to a PowerSchool security breach.

WCPSS replaces PowerSchool, transitions to Infinite Campus

Jackson Page, News Editor May 16, 2025

On Dec. 19, 2024, a breach occurred with the credentials of a PowerSchool employee that resulted in the personal data of current and former students and staff leaking, including full names, addresses and...

A graphic inspired by the actress Janelle Monáe’s outfit to the Met Gala. Her outfit is regarded as one of the most creative of the entire event, and is praised for truly representing black dandyism.

2025 Met Gala puts black fashion on display, ignites fashion community

Jackson Page, News Writer May 9, 2025

The 2025 Met Gala was held on May 5 at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, commonly referred to as “The Met,” in New York City. The Met Gala is a fashion event focused on its extravagant dress codes and...

Sophomore Audrey Ehresman illustrates Pope Leo XIV as he greets his new followers.

American elected Pope Leo XIV

Sara Anderton, News Writer May 9, 2025

There was white smoke from the Sistine Chapel. Cardinal Robert Prevost of the United States was chosen as the new Pope after two days of voting. The man from Chicago, Illinois, now goes by Pope Leo XIV.  Sophomore...

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