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The sky shines with colors as the northern lights are able to be seen in the Carolinas
Northern Lights return to Fuquay-Varina
Last week, as we celebrated homecoming court results, as well as our football team who showcased teamwork and determination on the field.
Homecoming king and queen crowned at football game
Marching Bengals are preparing for the JMU Parade of Champions.
Marching Bengals win third place in class 3A
US Coast Guard Marine Board of Investigation hears witness testimony.
United States Coast Guard holds hearings on OceanGate Titan submersible disaster
Fuquay-Varina gives smaller bands a chance to perform and do what they love in our local taverns and bars.
Local Sounds: Concerts showcase small band talent
Students use their phones a lot, and some teachers will take their phones to ensure they pay attention, but should this be allowed?
Should teachers be allowed to take student property?
Reading for leisure is an important habit that allows people to improve their minds and engage with the world around them
Importance of reading for fun
The age that you're allowed to trick-or-treat at should be subjective
Should only children trick-or-treat?
Doing your school work outside of class is more productive than doing it in class.
Productivity improves outside of class
The Mile High Swinging Bridge of Grandfather Mountain
Top five North Carolina State Parks
The Bengals womens golf team is discovering new heights.
FVHS womens golf remains undefeated
The Carolina Hurricanes and the Nashville Predators faced off at the newly named Lenovo Center.
Hurricanes versus Predators in preseason
Are the White Sox the worst team in baseball history?
Are the White Sox the worst team in baseball history?
Fuquay Bengals and Holly Springs faced each other on the field on Sept. 6.
Fuquay, Holly Springs clash in rivalry football game
The FVHS varsity cheer team held their annual cheer clinic on Saturday, September 14 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. themed as the Eras Tour.
FVHS varsity cheer team hosts cheer clinic themed as Era Tour
Bella Mondelli and Kensy Amaya shop for costumes at Spirit Halloween.
Trendy halloween costumes 2024
A few of the logos of horror movies that were released this year.
A lot of great horror movies were released this year.
In the month of October, Fuquay-Varina will host several events that everyone can participate in
Holiday events spice up October
A Whataburger meal shared between friends.
What’s up, Whataburger
Netflix removes their original shows due to contract expirations
Original shows on Netflix taken down this year
Bengal Buzz Podcast
Bengal Buzz Podcast
Bengal Buzz Podcast
Bengal Buzz Podcast
Quiz: Which TMNT are you?
Quiz: Can you name the 2020s movie from one scene?
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Several unfortunate events occurred recently at the local Holly Springs Bojangles. Created on Canva.
Bojangles scandal blows up
Students have received their scores after taking the ACT. Jason Smith Williams, a student attending Willow Springs High School, was overjoyed by the score he managed to get.
Willow Springs High School student scores perfect zero on ACT
For the first time, the Wake Tech Ticklers have made it to March Madness.
Wake Tech Basketball makes March Madness

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The sky shines with colors as the northern lights are able to be seen in the Carolinas

Northern Lights return to Fuquay-Varina

Sara Anderton and Ella Wachtel
October 11, 2024
Deborah Gray, Jordan Enwereuzor

[Photo] FVHS spirit week leads up to Homecoming game

Sara Anderton, Celine Mena, and Brianna Negron
October 4, 2024
“Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga” received a lot of good feedback from viewers.

[Photo] ‘Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga’ Review

Riley Congdon, Sports Editor
June 3, 2024
Many people have different opinions on which season is the best.

[Photo] What is the best season?

Ava Bridegan, Opinions Writer
June 3, 2024
Noah Dawley, Riley Congdon, and Ralph Philips recently got accepted into the honor society for student journalists.

[Photo] Three FVHS students get accepted into Quill and Scroll honor society

Preston Kruse, News Writer
June 3, 2024
The 2024 Met Gala offered a variety of different outfits showcasing different interpretations of the theme.

[Photo] 2024 Met Gala

Iva Ramos, Features Writer
May 31, 2024
FVHS is updating our former chicken coop in preparation for our newest animals on campus.

[Photo] FVHS coop shows off new polish

Noah Wyatt, News Writer
May 31, 2024
“The Notebook” and “Titanic” are some of the most well-known romance movies, but many people argue over which one is best.

[Photo] ‘The Notebook’ vs ‘Titanic’

Fiorella Mena, Opinions Writer
May 28, 2024
This year’s exam schedule is different compared to what it has been in previous years.

[Photo] Is two finals in one day too much?

Ava Bridegan, Opinions Writer
May 28, 2024
This year’s exam schedule is different compared to what it has been in previous years.

The schedule for the 2024 exam schedule has been released.

[Photo] Fuquay-Varina High School has new final exam schedule

Kayper McKinnon, News Writer
May 28, 2024
It has been decided that taking pre calculus won’t transfer any college credit.

[Photo] Precalculus equals no college credit

Fiorella Mena, Opinions Writer
May 24, 2024
Over time, many records have been set for multiple different sports, and some of them are so crazy they will never be broken.

[Photo] Craziest sports records in history

Brody Heline, Sports Writer
May 23, 2024
Although Caitlin Clark is an amazing athlete and contributes a lot to women’s basketball, she isn’t ready to be crowned as the GOAT.

[Photo] Caitlin Clark not ready to be crowned the GOAT

Faith Lasko, Sports Writer
May 23, 2024
Fuquay Varina High School is holding a physical night for athletes to have an easy way to get their physical done in order to tryout for their desired sports.

[Photo] In-school physicals offered for student-athletes

Pyper Penland, News Writer
May 22, 2024
Fuquay Varina High School band will be performing at their last 2023 - 2024 season concert on May 21, 2024.

[Photo] Last FVHS concert of school year preparing to end strong

Noah Wyatt, News Writer
May 22, 2024
At this year’s Met Gala, there were many extravagant outfits, most of which were centered around the theme, “The Garden of Time".

[Photo] Which celebrity wore the best Met Gala outfit?

Leina Howard, Opinions Editor
May 22, 2024
Over the years many popular TV shows have been canceled for different reasons.

[Photo] Canceled TV shows that deserve a revival

Lily Key, Features Writer
May 21, 2024
More spicy food products are being made due to how likeable spicy foods are for consumers.

[Photo] America crazed by spicy food

Matthew Carrington, Features Writer
May 17, 2024
Over the years, there have been many people who have changed football, basketball, and baseball for the better.

[Photo] Greatest impact on American sports

Connor Doherty, Sports Writer
May 17, 2024
Fuquay-Varina police officers came out to Fuquay Varina High School, supporting the 2024 Special Olympics.

[Photo] Fuquay Varina Police offers cadet program

Ava Deinarowicz, Copy Editor
May 17, 2024
Sport injuries can cause many setbacks for athletes as they recover.

[Photo] Top Five Worst Injuries in Sports History

Riley Congdon, Sports Editor
May 16, 2024
Bolts Drinks located in Fuquay Varina, is a very well-liked place to go and grab a coffee.

Bolts Drinks located in Fuquay Varina, is a very well-liked place to go and grab a coffee.

[Photo] Best coffee in Fuquay-Varina

Fiorella Mena, Opinions Writer
May 15, 2024
The Got To Be NC Festival allows families to learn about the agriculture around them.

[Photo] Got To Be NC Festival being held May 17-19

Madi Leland, News Editor
May 13, 2024
FVHS hosted its' first very own Special Olympics on May 3rd, 2024.

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Students came out to support and cheer on the student athletes who participated in our Special Olympics.

[Photo] Fuquay-Varina Special Olympics 2024 inspires inclusivity

May 9, 2024
Dev Patel has acted in many different movies but has never written and produced a big film up until “Monkey Man” was released.

[Photo] Dev Patel’s directorial debut ‘Monkey Man’ leaves audiences stunned

Devan Langlois, Features Writer
May 8, 2024
A new movie will be coming to theatres on July 26, 2024, "Deadpool and Wolverine."

[Photo] New ‘Deadpool and Wolverine’ trailer reveals exciting new details

Devan Langlois, Features Writer
May 8, 2024
Musicals have been made for many years and continue to be an activity many people enjoy seeing.

[Photo] What's the best musical?

May 2, 2024
Shae Bass and Ralph Philips were voted as Prom queen and king at Fuquay Varina High School.

[Photo] Prom king, queen crowned

Kayper McKinnon and Pyper Penland
April 30, 2024
Dance students at FVHS eagerly wait for the arrival for the Spring concert, May 2, 2024.

[Photo] Annual dance concert taking place May 2

Madi Leland, News Editor
April 26, 2024
Tiger Woods had a large impact on golf, but recently, he hasn’t been performing well.

[Photo] A star’s decline: has Tiger Woods fallen off?

Riley Congdon, Sports Editor
April 26, 2024
Members of the Teen Council lead the way to help bring their community together.

[Photo] Local Teen Council officially chartered

Pyper Penland, News Writer
April 25, 2024
The Spanish Honor Society is selling bracelets to help raise money to support artisans and Central American communities. Juniors Gabriella Franks and Izzy Mcfalls helped to sell the bracelets at lunch this past week.

[Photo] Spanish Honor Society presents Pulsera Project

Kayper McKinnon, News Writer
April 19, 2024
Fans are excited to see how their teams will play in the 2024 MLB season.

[Photo] MLB World Series, MVP predictions for 2024

Riley Congdon, Sports Editor
April 17, 2024
Five students, Shelby Schneider, Addison Smith, Naomi Grace Tate, Brooke Dilley, and Ajike Olborounto, from Fuquay Varina High school got accepted into Governor’s School.

[Photo] Five FVHS students accepted into Governor’s School of North Carolina

Kayper McKinnon, News Writer
April 12, 2024
Senior Riley Congdon was given a media pass to cover a Charlotte Hornets game.

[Photo] Riley Congdon invited to Charlotte Hornets game with media pass

Madi Leland, News Editor
April 12, 2024
Students enjoy time off from school during their spring break. Although it’s nice to get a break, is one week enough time off?

[Photo] Spring break should not be longer than one week

Leina Howard, Opinions Writer
April 11, 2024
When ‘Late Night with the Devil’ first came out, it was very well liked. Recently, people have become upset after they learned some of the images were created by A.I.

[Photo] ‘Late Night with the Devil’ slammed for controversial use of artificial intelligence

Noah Dawley, Features Editor
April 9, 2024
The Soda March Madness has been completed and a winner has been announced.

[Photo] Soda March Madness Part Three: Who will fall flat before the championship?

Lucas Prestipino, Copy Editor
April 8, 2024
Fuquay Varina theatre department is performing ‘The Sound of Music’ starting on April 18 and will continue having shows until April 20.

[Photo] FVHS Theatre Department presents ‘The Sound of Music’

Kayper McKinnon
April 8, 2024
Fuquay-Varina has many residents and is need of more entertainment options.

[Photo] Students in Fuquay-Varina want more entertainment

Rein Petitt, Opinions Writer
April 5, 2024
The Fuquay Cruisin' event is a car show that will give back to people who served with Military Missions in Action and raise money for FVHS athletics.

[Photo] FVHS presents Fuquay Cruisin’ Wheels for a Cause

Pyper Penland, News Writer
April 5, 2024
School meals sometimes don’t provide students with a sufficient amount of nutrients to get them through the day.

[Photo] Are students getting enough nutrients?

Alida Stuber, Opinions Writer
April 4, 2024
The soda march madness bracket has moved on to the second and third round.

[Photo] Soda March Madness: Part Two

Lucas Prestipino, Copy Editor
April 2, 2024
For many people, a sixteenth birthday is a day to throw a large celebration. But not everyone may believe in throwing a large party in order to celebrate a sixteen year old.

[Photo] Turning 16: Is It Important?

Madi Leland, News Editor
March 22, 2024
There’s a large debate over which brand is the best and most reliable.

[Photo] Students have many options to choose from in the 450 class of dirt bikes

March 22, 2024
All of the 2024 FVHS Prom court candidates include Shae Bass, Pamela Schneider, Madison Bandarra, Abigail Adams, Dylan Finch, Devin Perry, Ralph Philips, and Mwenda Murungi.

[Photo] FVHS prom court nominees released

Riley Congdon and Noah Dawley
March 22, 2024
Students have received their scores after taking the ACT. Jason Smith Williams, a student attending Willow Springs High School, was overjoyed by the score he managed to get.

[Photo] Willow Springs High School student scores perfect zero on ACT

Noah Dawley and Riley Congdon
April 1, 2024
The new series, 'The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live,' premiered on Feb. 25, 2024 and has been very well-liked.

[Photo] New ‘The Walking Dead’ spin-off breaks records at AMC+ Studios

Iva Ramos, Features Writer
March 20, 2024
There are many shoe brands that are liked and disliked for different reasons. A majority of students from Fuquay Varina High School said their favorite shoe brand was Nike.

[Photo] What’s the best shoe brand?

Ava Bridegan, Opinions Writer
March 20, 2024
A majority of the House of Representatives decided to pass a bill that would ban the use of TikTok.

[Photo] House of Representatives pass the Tik Tok ban bill

Fiorella Mena, Opinions Writer
March 20, 2024
Fuquay Varina High School offers many ways to receive the information on how to apply for college level courses at Wake Tech. This includes bringing in someone who works in a specific department that can give students a lot of useful information.

[Photo] Are Wake Tech CCP classes worth it in the long run?

Faith Lasko, Sports Writer
March 19, 2024
Fans were excited to see the new "Avatar the Last Airbender" Netflix show after the live action had been a let down for many.

[Photo] ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ Live-Action Review

Rein Petitt, Opinions Writer
March 19, 2024
Lucas Prestipino and Lily Key designed a bracket inspired by March Madness. It starts with 68 different sodas and will ultimately be narrowed down to one, which will win the title of the best soda.

[Photo] Soda March Madness part one

Lucas Prestipino and Lily Key
March 13, 2024
Are the prices on Lululemon products overpriced or just right?

[Photo] Is Lululemon overpriced?

Ava Bridegan, Opinions Writer
March 18, 2024
Viewers get excited for new movies to come out later in the year.

[Photo] Five Most Anticipated Movies of 2024

Riley Congdon, Sports Editor
March 19, 2024
Meat grown in labs are safe and have proven to be beneficial in the sense that it doesn't require more animals to die.

Meat grown in labs are safe and have proven to be beneficial in the sense that it doesn't require more animals to die.

[Photo] Is lab grown meat safe?

Fiorella Mena, Opinions Writer
March 13, 2024
Fuquay Varina High School celebrates Black History Month with a presentation on Feb 29, 2024.

[Photo] FVHS presents Black History Month Celebration

Kayper McKinnon, News Writer
March 12, 2024
Fuquay Varina High School students vote on their favorite music genre.

[Photo] What’s the best music genre?

Ava Bridegan, Opinions Writer
March 8, 2024
The decline in student athletes puts JV teams at risk due to not having enough people to make two full teams.

[Photo] Why is there a decline in student athletes?

Faith Lasko, Sports Writer
March 7, 2024
Senior Patrick Eckert works as a cashier at Harris Teeter after school.

[Photo] Should students have jobs while in school?

Rein Petitt, Opinions Writer
March 6, 2024
Fuquay Varina High School chamber choir, prepares for their choral festival on Feb. 29, 2024.

[Photo] Upcoming choral festival lifts spirits around FVHS

Noah Wyatt, News Writer
February 29, 2024
There has been an increase in the production of electric cars. These cars have been proven to be better for the environment than gas powered cars.

[Photo] Electric cars are better for the environment

Fiorella Mena, Opinions Writer
February 28, 2024
Movie fans are excited for the possibility to hear their favorite movie announced at the Oscars.

[Photo] 96th Academy Awards preview: who’s favored to win?

Noah Dawley, Features Editor
February 27, 2024
Social media plays a large role in today's world. Many people depend on social media as a form of entertainment and a way to keep themselves updated with what is happening around the world.

[Photo] What would life be like without social media?

Ava Deinarowicz, Copy Editor
February 26, 2024
Students at Fuquay Varina High School express negative opinions about the 2024 prom theme: Beach

[Photo] Theme for Prom is beach

Alida Stuber, Opinions Writer
February 22, 2024
Fuquay Varina High School varsity cheerleaders perform a double liberty at a recent basketball game.

[Photo] FVHS cheer has another stellar season

Ralph Philips, Layout Editor
February 22, 2024
A shooting occurred in front of Fuquay Varina Elementary school on Dec. 7, 2023.

[Photo] Road rage incident engulfs local media

Noah Wyatt, News Writer
February 16, 2024
Seniors Zoe Chesson, Andrew Keller, and Tripp Buddin have commited to continue their athletic careers in college.

[Photo] FVHS senior athletes committed to college

Kaley Drumgoole, Sports Writer
February 16, 2024
Since Jan. there has been a large increase in sickness around the school.

[Photo] Sickness is worse this season

Ava Deinarowicz, Copy Editor
February 16, 2024
Students walking to their next period are more likely to be on time because of the new tardy bell.

[Photo] New tardy bell policy at FVHS

Fiorella Mena, Opinions Writer
February 15, 2024
Fuquay Varina High School Students are excited about prom for 2024. Picture taken by Anthony Forzaglia.

[Photo] FVHS releases information about Prom 2024

Kayper McKinnon, News Writer
February 15, 2024
Fuquay Varina High School's new womens flag football team competed against Knightdale High School on Feb. 4, 2024.

[Photo] Womens flag football team launches inaugural season

Ralph Philips, Staff Writer
February 5, 2024
Fuquay Varina High School winter guard, competed against multiple different schools on Saturday, January 27 at Willow Springs High School. Photo credit to Teke Davidson.

[Photo] Winter guard places fifth in last Saturday’s event

Stephany Ortiz, Multimedia Editor/Features Writer
February 2, 2024
Ethan Fairbairn (pictured center) competes in the TAC event on December 5, 2023. Photo credit to Lily Key.

[Photo] FVHS swimming into regional competition

Riley Congdon, Sports Writer
February 2, 2024
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