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The Fuquay-Varina Target is in the process of being constructed.
New Target expected to open in 2026
The Marching band plays on the Montgomery Central High field.
FVHS Marching Band competes at Montgomery Central High
Senior Jeremy Campbell is already wearing his crown.
Seniors create new tradition at FVHS
The media center created a stand for students to showcase banned books.
Amnesty Club works to get banned books read
President Alekhya Makineni presents her slide show at the interest meeting.
FVHS welcomes Women in STEM club
Halloween allows students to be creative and have fun, but many say the costume policies make Halloween plain and boring.
Halloween dress codes are unfair to students
This sneeze used to demand a blessing, but it now just highlights how little society questions tradition.
Saying ‘bless you’ is a form of social conformity in disguise
The sun casts rays of light through the clouds on another day without a Biblical disaster.
The Rapture: Rescheduled
Dogs aren’t just pets, they are loyal best friends who make life happier, safer and more complete.
Why dogs are better
The negative aspects of true crime are affecting the community as a whole.
The negative impact of the true crime community
The golf team’s next match is on Oct. 15.
FVHS womens golf starts season strong
Senior football player Henry Minogue goes out with an ACL tear in his junior year season. Despite being sidelined, he stays involved with his team and works toward getting back on the field.
Injuries test the strength of athletes, unity of their teams
FVHS seniors are recognized during a night dedicated to them.
Varsity volleyball celebrates Senior Night
Sports trainers prepping for games in the training room.
Behind the Scenes: Fuquay-Varina High School’s Sports Trainers
The junior team celebrates their hard-fought win.
Juniors defend their title in annual FVHS powderpuff game
Bengal Buzz intro screen
What you can learn from helping others (FT. Jasmine Terrasse)
Model UN is a club that replicates debates from the UN.
Why should students check out Model UN?
Local ghost tour patrons gather outside the Ballentine-Spence house in Fuquay-Varina.
Fuquay-Varina Ghost Tours: What to expect
“The Life of a Showgirl” appears in theaters.
New Taylor Swift album filled with controversy
The shirts display examples of lies to write on a shirt.
White lies: A guide to a good shirt
Bengal Buzz intro screen
What you can learn from helping others (FT. Jasmine Terrasse)
Me when we win the football game:
Me when we win the football games: – Comic #4
Bengal Buzz intro screen
Small moments with a big impact (ft. Anna Golobin)
Benny and Thomas meet Professor Cadaver.
Professor Cadaver – Comic #3
Bengal Buzz intro screen
Changing in healthy or unhealthy ways (ft. Haily Orozco)
Bengal Buzz intro screen
What you can learn from helping others (FT. Jasmine Terrasse)
Bengal Buzz intro screen
Small moments with a big impact (ft. Anna Golobin)
Bengal Buzz intro screen
Changing in healthy or unhealthy ways (ft. Haily Orozco)
Confidence in fashion
Confidence in fashion
Bengal Buzz: Understanding younger generations
Bengal Buzz: Understanding younger generations
Beth Ann Giordano asks FVHS students and teachers about their hot takes.
Hot Takes
Brooke Ellis ask FVHS students about their favorite fall activities.
Students favorite fall activities
Autumn Ellis asks FVHS students what stereotypes they would be in a TV show.
What stereotype would students be if they were in a TV show?
Prearing for a new school year
Prearing for a new school year
Teacher Summer Plans
Teacher Summer Plans
The football team celebrates their big win over Willow Spring with the Victory Bell.
Bengals bring home Victory Bell after 20-7 win over Willow
Booth of work created by Xavier Houston.
FVHS students present their work in art show
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
Benny and Thomas meet Professor Cadaver.
Professor Cadaver – Comic #3
Benny and Thomas prepare for their first quiz.
The Quiz – Comic Strip #2
Benny the Bengal arriving at FVHS for his first day of school.
Bennys First Day at School – Comic #1

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Halie Gallagher

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

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

Cade Bookout, News Writer
May 23, 2025
A drawing of one of the courtroom sketches depicting Cassandra Ventura being sworn in with Sean Combs watching.

[Photo] P. Diddy reaches second week in federal court trial

Jackson Page, News Editor
May 23, 2025
Senior Ella Hess moved with speed and determination during her events.

Two FVHS athletes qualified for states at the 4A East Regional Meet

Halie Gallagher, Copy Editor
May 16, 2025
Senior Connor Everett scores on Cornith’s goalie Maximus Gladwell.

Bengals mens lacrosse wins two games back-to-back

Halie Gallagher, Copy Editor
May 12, 2025
Carson Bilger hits a backflip after scoring a goal.

Fuquay-Varina mens lacrosse dominates senior night with 13-6 victory

Halie Gallagher, Copy Editor
April 25, 2025
Social media may bring us closer online, but at what cost to our relationships in real life?

Social media ruins relationships

Halie Gallagher, Copy Editor
April 17, 2025
Sarah Strong previously went to Fuquay-Varina High School and is now playing basketball at the University of Connecticut.

Past Bengal Sarah Strong wins National Championship with UConn

Halie Gallagher, Copy Editor
April 11, 2025
FVHS Bengals lacrosse is led this season by an impressive group of seniors.

Bengals mens lacrosse defeated trojans 18-10

Halie Gallagher, Copy Editor
March 27, 2025
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

Halie Gallagher, Copy Editor
March 25, 2025
Fuquay-Varina Bengals lacrosse beat Swansboro 14-6 last friday night. Senior Connor Everette, junior Nadeem Elazzy, Coach Brad Wheeler, senior Jake Macintyre, and senior Connor Castle celebrated after the win.

FVHS mens lacrosse wins home opening game

Halie Gallagher, Copy Editor
March 6, 2025
Fuquay-Varina Bengals THO organization has officially secured an Adidas grant.

FVHS secures $2,000 Hidden Opponent Grant

Halie Gallagher, Copy Editor
February 28, 2025
Fuquay-Varina Bengals women’s soccer team is ready for an exciting spring season.

FVHS women’s soccer roster finalized

Halie Gallagher, Copy Editor
February 24, 2025
Entrepreneurial students like Tyson Greenbaum are setting the stage for our generation’s up-and-coming businesses and ideas.

Students nowadays are financially motivated

Halie Gallagher, Copy Editor
February 15, 2025
Four seniors announce college commitments.

[Photo] Four of Fuquay’s athletes commit to college teams

Zoe Spurlock, Sports Editor
February 14, 2025
Senior Miazion Warren and freshman Kaitlyn Hatt won first place in their weight classes at the conference tournaments this past weekend.

Fuquay-Varina Bengals wrestling teams have big wins at conference tournament

Halie Gallagher, Copy Editor
January 29, 2025
Liverpool FC is thriving under new management this 2024-2025 season, applying Klopp’s advice to Slot’s formation.

LFC sets their sights for Premiere, Champions League trophies this season

Halie Gallagher, Sports Writer
January 9, 2025
The FVHS wrestling teams dominated in their latest tournament, showcasing hard work and progress during this year’s season

Bengal wrestlers shine during tournament, showcasing skill and resilience

Halie Gallagher, Sports Editor
December 19, 2024
It's a tradition for law enforcement to come to the school hosting Special Olympics and carry the eternal flame.

[Photo] FVHS Special Olympics brings students together

Brooke Dilley, News Editor
December 4, 2024
Recognizing the importance of mental health days is the first step into fostering student well being and academic success.

Mental health days are important for everyone

Halie Gallagher, Sports Editor
December 16, 2024

Ask the Bengals: Is college necessary to be successful?

Brooke Dilley, Halie Gallagher, and Lena Vecchione
November 26, 2024
Good sportsmanship and etiquette is important on the field and in the stands. Everyone should respect each other to keep the game spirited and fair.

Importance of game day etiquette

Halie Gallagher, Sports Editor
November 22, 2024
After a fantastic season last year, the Fuquay Varina Bengals women's soccer team sets their hopes high for their upcoming season.

Bengals womens soccer team prepares for upcoming season with eyes on state championship

Halie Gallagher, Sports Editor
November 15, 2024
The FVHS Bengals dominate senior night with 38-17 win and another record-breaking field goal.

Fuquay-Varina Bengals beat South Garner Titans

Halie Gallagher, Sports Editor
October 29, 2024
Stanley is the best water bottle for hydration and function

Stanley water bottles are better than Owalas

Halie Gallagher, Opinions Writer
October 25, 2024
BMW reigns supreme in performance, design and driving pleasure, leaving luxury in the dust.

BMW is better than Mercedes-Benz

Halie Gallagher, Opinions Writer
October 18, 2024
Doing your school work outside of class is more productive than doing it in class.

Productivity improves outside of class

Halie Gallagher, Opinions Writer
October 9, 2024
Medical estheticians recommend an affordable skincare routine for all beginners.

Skin care is vital to all genders

Halie Gallagher, Opinions Writer
October 2, 2024
The marching band had an impressive haul from their first competition of the season.

Marching band excels, winning People’s Choice Award

Halie Gallagher, Opinions Writer
October 2, 2024
Local businesses need to learn to stand their ground to unruly customers.

Customer not always right

Halie Gallagher, Opinions Writer
September 26, 2024
This slot system serves as a cellphone holder for the new pilot phone policy in history teacher Rebecca Bradford’s classroom.

Phone bans won’t solve distractions; schools should teach balance instead

Halie Gallagher, Opinions Writer
September 16, 2024
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