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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...

Plans are underway for Ting Park as a new entertainment center takes shape, set to bring fresh excitement and events.

Ting Park getting new entertainment complex

Zoe Spurlock, Sports Editor May 9, 2025

Imagine family outings to ball games at Ting Park seamlessly transitioning into an evening of dining and entertainment. At the beginning of April, Holly Springs officials were exploring possibilities...

India launched airstrikes against Pakistan Tuesday evening, killing 26 civilians, the Indian government claims. Pakistan claims to have shot down an Indian fighter jet similar to the one shown.

Are India and Pakistan on the brink of war?

Josh Williams, Sports Writer May 9, 2025

India and Pakistan are on the brink of war, after the Indian Air Force launched late night air strikes against several targets in Pakistan, specifically in Punjab and the Pakistani controlled part of Kashmir....

Randall Street is blocked off for construction, forcing drivers to find alternate routes and causing heavy traffic.

Randall Street closure creates traffic chaos, frustrating students trying to get home

Cade Bookout, News Writer May 5, 2025

Ongoing construction on Randall Street has led to traffic jams impacting students' ability to get home and to work in a reasonable amount of time. The closure has effectively reduced exit routes from the...

Principal Mike James spoke to the senior class on April 30 to cover the details of graduation.

FVHS seniors prepare to graduate as class of 2025

Jackson Page, News Editor May 2, 2025

FVHS seniors will be graduating Thursday, June 17, at 12:00 p.m. as the class of 2025 at the Raleigh Convention Center. Graduates and guests are encouraged to be there by 11:00 a.m. to account for travel...

Marshall Wortham explains literary circle projects to his class.

Upperclassmen academic, honors English classes separated

Sara Anderton, News Writer May 2, 2025

Sophomores, juniors and seniors are no longer sharing academic and honors classes. In the past, English has been one class for both honors and academic students. Now, they will be separated for students...

Laurel Feldner participated in the USC Ice Bucket Challenge after being nominated.

Viral 2014 Ice Bucket Challenge comes back full force in 2025

Elaine Stuber, News Writer April 25, 2025

The Ice Bucket Challenge, which went viral in 2014, has returned in full force in 2025, with the University of South California (USC) at the forefront. The original Ice Bucket Challenge gained attention...

SLICE, Fuquay-Varina’s student-led robotics team, competes at the world championship in Greensboro, North Carolina.

Fuquay-Varina robotics team shines on stage, placing fourth

Cade Bookout, News Writer April 25, 2025

The robotics team attended the First Robotics world championship in Greensboro, North Carolina, from April 5-6. In total, Fuquay faced off against over 100 teams from across the world. This event was a...

The Prom court for 2025 is (left to right): Brison Strickland, Katie Faircloth, Delmar Barber, Colby Taylor, Zion Warren, Nehemiah Ortega and Taylor Kuhl.

Students elect 2025 FVHS Prom Court

Jackson Page, News Editor April 25, 2025

Voting to nominate the Prom court opened on March 24 and closed towards the end of spring break. It was announced on April 11 that seniors Zion Warren, Nehemiah Ortega, Katie Faircloth, Taylor Kuhl, Jordan...

Crosses like this were blessed by the late Pope Francis.

Pope Francis dies at 88

Sara Anderton, News Writer April 25, 2025

Pope Francis died April 21 at the age of 88 from a stroke and cardiac arrest. He was born December 17, 1936, in Argentina, and his full name was Jorge Mario Bergoglio. He created his papal name to honor...

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