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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
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
Apex is planning to build a new train station to give people better ways to travel.
Big changes coming to Apex
Matt Edwards and his students performing the final band concert for the year.
Band teacher Mr. Edwards retires in June
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
As seniors leave school one last time, they leave with memories, mixed emotions, and hopes for what’s next.
More than just a goodbye
Labubus are overrated and not worth it.
Labubus are products of rapid consumerism
Eid prayer is the most important part of Eid. Students shouldn’t have to choose between honoring their faith and participating in school traditions.
Students face unfair choice between participating in Eid or Senior Day
Boring times are the best for self reflection.
Boredom is good for you
Innovation is booming — but Google and Microsoft still run the game.
Same giants, new tech
Junior Amirrah McFarland runs in a track meet.
What has being an athlete taught you?
Stanley Cup playoff logo seen on ice during a match against the Pittsburgh Penguins at Washington Capitals.
Oilers dominate Panthers in game one of Stanley Cup Final
The Thunder and Pacers will compete for the Larry O’Brien Trophy.
NBA Finals Preview
Liverpool plays Tottenham at Anfield during their championship winning season.
Lunatic runs over fans at Liverpool FC championship parade
Stunt is one of the fastest growing womens sports in the U.S. Over 70 colleges participate in the sport with 100 programs coming in the future.
Stunt continues growing
The student entrance of FVHS on a clear day.
Most memorable moments of the 2025 school year
Teachers can lighten up the class with some jokes.
Students share the funniest thing their teachers have said
Having your own sense of transportation for college is recommended, yet expensive. Ultimately, if the negatives outweigh the positives, public transportation could be better.
Should you bring your car to college?
These super cool DIY pants were made by Jesse Toscano.
Rise of DIY fashion at FVHS
The price of senior year adds up rapidly.
Senior year: the most expensive year of high school
Prearing for a new school year
Prearing for a new school year
Confidence in fashion
Confidence in fashion
Bengal Buzz: Understanding younger generations
Bengal Buzz: Understanding younger generations
Bengal Buzz: Private, not secret
Bengal Buzz: Private, not secret
Teacher Summer Plans
Teacher Summer Plans
Confidence in fashion
Confidence in fashion
Bengal Buzz: Understanding younger generations
Bengal Buzz: Understanding younger generations
Bengal Buzz: Private, not secret
Bengal Buzz: Private, not secret
Bengal Buzz: Making the most of summer
Bengal Buzz: Making the most of summer
Bengal Buzz: Procrastinator vs perfectionist
Bengal Buzz: Procrastinator vs perfectionist
Prearing for a new school year
Prearing for a new school year
Teacher Summer Plans
Teacher Summer Plans
Favorite substitute teachers
Favorite substitute teachers
Hidden Talents
Hidden Talents
Spring Break
Spring Break
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
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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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!”

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

Sara Anderton, News Writer
June 4, 2025
The Pagoda at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The Pagoda is a central control tower for the track.

IndyCar hosts 109th annual Indianapolis 500 race

Jackson Page, News Editor
May 29, 2025
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
Infinite Campus replaces PowerSchool due to a PowerSchool security breach.

WCPSS replaces PowerSchool, transitions to Infinite Campus

Jackson Page, News Editor
May 16, 2025
People are questioning why so many sounds have connections to each other and what it may mean.

[Photo] Why do songs sound familiar?

Sara Anderton, News Writer
May 9, 2025
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
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
Laurel Feldner participated in the USC Ice Bucket Challenge after being nominated.

[Photo] Viral 2014 Ice Bucket Challenge comes back full force in 2025

Elaine Stuber, News Writer
April 25, 2025
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
Pictured left to right: Ivy Reeves, Nyla Robinson-Partridge and Izzy McFalls are main cast actors reading their scripts on one of the sets during a rehearsal.

FVHS theatre performs ‘Little Shop of Horrors’

Jackson Page, News Editor
April 17, 2025
Students have mostly negative opinions of the DMV. North Carolina is working on measures to improve this government agency.

Students grapple with DMV as lack of appointments creates stress

Jackson Page, News Editor
April 11, 2025
President Trump signed executive orders on day one of his presidency.

President Trump signs executive order to eliminate federal Department of Education

Jackson Page, News Editor
March 28, 2025
Damage done in Virginia by Hurricane Helene. Storm damage continues to intensify as storms do.

Violent weekend storm leaves at least 40 dead

Jackson Page, News Writer
March 21, 2025
Doechii was named 2025’s Woman of the Year. It resembles Doechii’s album cover.

Doechii named Billboard Woman of the Year

Jackson Page, News Editor
March 13, 2025
Emotional expression is healthy, your feelings are heard.

[Photo] Express yourself even though it may be difficult

Tatiana Castro, Features Writer
February 28, 2025
The two Aquafina vending machines just outside the cafeteria in operation for students.

FVHS vending machines create complaints for students

Jackson Page, News Editor
February 26, 2025
The Super Bowl has a history on including entertaining halftime shows such as Lady Gagas in 2017.

Kendrick Lamar’s performance in halftime show at 59th Superbowl spurs conspiracies from fans

Jackson Page, News Editor
February 14, 2025
Students prepare for the beginning of their new semester.

Students get excited for new semester, prepare for finals

Jackson Page, News Writer
January 12, 2024
The student council has a table set up for both lunches, selling candy canes that will get passed on to their friends.

Student Council hosts Winter Wonderland, sells candy grams

Jackson Page, News Writer
December 14, 2023
Freshman Mukund Udayakumar qualified to participate in the National History Bee which will take place Sunday, April 28, 2024.

FVHS freshman qualifies for National History Bee

Jackson Page, News Writer
December 12, 2023
Four students for Fuquay Varina are very excited about getting ready for their honors band concert. Maddie Clark, Aiden Fought, and Thomas Lezzer. Adithi Balaji is also in honors band.

FVHS students to participate in UNCW Honor Band

Jackson Page, News Writer
December 11, 2023
Loud sounds panic Crabtree Valley Mall shoppers

Loud sounds panic Crabtree Valley Mall shoppers

Jackson Page, News Writer
November 29, 2023
AI Generated

President Biden signs AI executive order

Jackson Page, News Writer
November 20, 2023
Actors get more excited as they reach the final rehearsal days before the show opens.

Crew and cast get excited for Sherlock Holmes opening night

Jackson Page, News Writer
November 14, 2023
Fuquay Varina High School gets ready for its festival and haunted trail on Oct. 28th, 2023.

Interact Club hosts Fright Night, FCCLA holds Trunk or Treat

Jackson Page, News Writer
October 27, 2023
Clubs are preparing to get their club picture taken to show and promote their clubs on Oct. 23, 2023.

FVHS Yearbook takes club pictures

Jackson Page, News Writer
October 12, 2023
Our Homecoming Kings and Queens!

Student body elects Homecoming court nominees, King and Queen

Jackson Page, News Writer
October 11, 2023
Bengal Cafe, Java House in the Media Center serves iced coffee during breakfast.

New cafe opens in Media Center

Jackson Page, News Writer
September 22, 2023
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