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The decision to take away French classes at Fuquay-Varina High School leaves students and teachers seeking new ways to pursue their language education.
Fuquay-Varina High School cuts French program, sparking concern
Freight trains run on the tracks near FVHS.
Train crash in Durham teaches new drivers railroad safety
President Trump signed executive orders on day one of his presidency.
President Trump signs executive order to eliminate federal Department of Education
Muslims prepare for Taraweeh with a prayer mat.
Celebrating religion this spring—Part 2
Teachers are implementing a new policy for their students as a way of decreasing distractions. This policy includes students putting their phones in a place that is unreachable to help them focus. Photo edited by Ashantee Adams
After one quarter, phone policy meets mixed reviews from staff, students
The debate about whether or not Tyla is an industry plant is settled.
Is Tyla an industry plant?
Release of another live-action adaptation of a Disney movie leads to media scrutiny.
Live action Snow White movie receives worst backlash in Disney remake history
Price differences between similar products in the men’s and women’s sections show the issue of higher prices for women’s items.
Women turn to the men’s section for comfort, quality, affordability
From buses to carpooling to walking, students travel in all kinds of weather.
The daily commute: How students get to school
Cooper Adams splashing his mark in 2022.
Water Wars tradition needs to continue
FVHS womens lacrosse holds a team meeting during a game.
Womens lacrosse working hard for their goals
FVHS track team continues season with positive attitude
FVHS track team continues season with positive attitude
Focused and ready, Holden de Vente prepares to serve.
Mens tennis dominates the season
FVHS Bengals lacrosse is led this season by an impressive group of seniors.
Bengals mens lacrosse defeated trojans 18-10
Freshman Taylor King plays left wing for the FVHS JV soccer team.
FVHS JV womens soccer continues their season
Students are excited to experience a Las Vegas themed night.
FVHS students prepare for prom 2025
Mental health is important, but so is learning. Schools starting later would impact not only students but communities as well.
Is it better to go to school earlier or later?
Stores include a wide variety of body sprays, giving customers different options to fit their liking.
People at FVHS share their favorite perfumes and colognes
Teachers Hobbies
Teachers Hobbies
There are so many different styles at FVHS. Sophomore Brock Bookout asks different students their preference of what they like to wear.
Fuquay fashion
Effects of isolation
Effects of isolation
Prioritizing yourself
Prioritizing yourself
Teachers Hobbies
Teachers Hobbies
There are so many different styles at FVHS. Sophomore Brock Bookout asks different students their preference of what they like to wear.
Fuquay fashion
Sophomore Brock Bookout converses with students about a variety of what people eat
You are what you eat
Effects of isolation
Effects of isolation
Prioritizing yourself
Prioritizing yourself
Unlocking open mindedness
Unlocking open mindedness
Boredom is beneficial
Boredom is beneficial
Acceptance and forgiveness
Acceptance and forgiveness
Teachers Hobbies
Teachers Hobbies
There are so many different styles at FVHS. Sophomore Brock Bookout asks different students their preference of what they like to wear.
Fuquay fashion
Sophomore Brock Bookout converses with students about a variety of what people eat
You are what you eat
Favorite childhood memory
Local Bojangles shuts down for renovation. Sophomore Brock Bookout asks for the opinions of students at FVHS.
Bojangles closed?
Students can use individual welding stations in the Ag mechanics shop to home their skills.
FVHS students enjoy fun activities in FVHS classes
It's a tradition for law enforcement to come to the school hosting Special Olympics and carry the eternal flame.
FVHS Special Olympics brings students together
Young, inspiring cheerleaders were taught new skills such as a full extension and had a full day learning new tricks and movements.
FVHS varsity cheer team hosts cheer clinic themed as Eras Tour
The dance team puts on a well done performance for their audience at our home football games.
Dance team turns heads

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Fiorella Mena, Opinions Writer
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‘The Notebook’ vs ‘Titanic’

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Precalculus equals no college credit

Fiorella Mena, Opinions Writer
May 24, 2024
Bolts Drinks located in Fuquay Varina, is a very well-liked place to go and grab a coffee.

Best coffee in Fuquay-Varina

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May 15, 2024
The internet can be negative and isn’t appropriate for children to be using due to the possible side effects.

Children shouldn’t be on the internet

Fiorella Mena, Opinions Writer
April 26, 2024
Students at Fuquay-Varina High School think that late arrival should be implemented.

FVHS should have late arrival option

Fiorella Mena, Opinions Writer
April 26, 2024
Technology has evolved in many different ways. It has many positive uses but can also cause more negative effects on people the more they use technology.

Technology makes us more alone

Fiorella Mena, Opinions Editor
April 9, 2024
A majority of the House of Representatives decided to pass a bill that would ban the use of TikTok.

House of Representatives pass the Tik Tok ban bill

Fiorella Mena, Opinions Writer
March 20, 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.

Is lab grown meat safe?

Fiorella Mena, Opinions Writer
March 13, 2024
The intelligence of a student is not determined by the GPA of the student. Created on Canva.

Grades don’t determine student’s knowledge

Fiorella Mena, Opinions Writer
March 7, 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.

Electric cars are better for the environment

Fiorella Mena, Opinions Writer
February 28, 2024
Students walking to their next period are more likely to be on time because of the new tardy bell.

New tardy bell policy at FVHS

Fiorella Mena, Opinions Writer
February 15, 2024
FVHS Logo on an orange background, February 2, 2024

Bengal Talk recap

Fiorella Mena, Features Writer
February 5, 2024
Families gather around the table to celebrate the holidays.

Top foods around the world for the holidays

Fiorella Mena, Features Writer
December 14, 2023
FVHS teacher of the year awarded to Ms.Elliott

FVHS teacher of the year awarded to Ms.Elliott

Fiorella Mena, Features Writer
December 12, 2023
New restaurants opening in North Carolina

New restaurants opening in North Carolina

Fiorella Mena, Features Writer
November 20, 2023
Fuquay Varina High School hires a new French teacher after working to find a replacement all school year.

New teachers arrive at Fuquay

Fiorella Mena, Features Writer
November 17, 2023
There are so many different kinds of candies it’s hard to pick the best one.

Top candy this Halloween season

Fiorella Mena, Features Writer
October 30, 2023
Domestic violence awareness month

Domestic violence awareness month

Fiorella Mena, Features Writer
October 20, 2023
Has Halloween approaches, children pull out their baskets and parents get ready to fill them with candy.

Trendy Halloween costumes for 2023

Fiorella Mena, Features Writer
October 5, 2023

FVHS Honors Hispanic Heritage Month

Fiorella Mena, Features Writer
September 27, 2023
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