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Room assignments are important for sophomores as they will be reporting to them for the test.
Sophomores prepare for PreACT
FVHS clubs celebrate Halloween
FVHS clubs celebrate Halloween
Students studying hard to maintain their term grades.
Quarter one ended Friday, Oct. 31 at FVHS
This is a view of the fair captured on one of the ferris wheels.
2025 State Fair reviews
Grain & Berry serves a variety of açaí bowls topped with fruit, granola and other fresh ingredients.
Grain & Berry hosts grand opening
A winter wonderland that is typically imagined when thinking of Christmas, but this isn't what North Carolina looks like in November.
The problem with decorating for Christmas in November
Character AI offers many bots to chat with.
Technology is replacing relationships
Influencers can inspire millions, but their impact depends on how they choose to use their power and how wisely we choose to follow them.
Are influencers good role models?
This phone showing the Spotify and Instagram apps open highlights users’ desires—even if just subconscious ones—for social media and music to be more connected.
Social media has killed depth in music industry.
Concerts should be enjoyed without strange conflicts. Photo by Abigail Lynn on Unsplash
Is Sombr a creep?
FVHS football wins their home game against the Smithfield-Selma Spartans.
FVHS football makes 2025 state playoffs
The Bengals battle it out on the field during a high-intensity playoff matchup.
FVHS boys soccer kicks off playoff run
FVHS cheerleaders and fans showing school spirit at a home game against Southeast Raleigh High School.
FVHS students share mixed feelings about football game falling on Halloween
Players earn fantasy points from their team’s performance.
Students look forward to fantasy basketball
Influential painting remembers NBA star Kobe Bryant.
NBA Week 1 fires up fans
“Get Well Soon” by Lamar Whidbee is hung on the wall of the female ward at the old Dorthea Dix Hospital just above the barbed wire.
Dix Park is a promise to future generations
New movies now out and available to watch in theaters.
Two new movies now in theaters
A maximalist bedroom featuring collections of stuffed animals, posters and photos.
Maximalism is a form of resistance
TV screen shows character Eleven in Season 1, Episode 5.
What we know about ‘Stranger Things 5’
“Weapons” challenges viewers’ expectations at every narrative turn. Photo from Warner Bros. Pictures
‘Weapons’ and the power of perspective
FVHS clubs celebrate Halloween
FVHS clubs celebrate Halloween
Professor Cadaver part 2 - Comic #5
Professor Cadaver part 2 – Comic #5
Day in the life of FVHS staff
Day in the life of FVHS staff
Screen time confessions
Screen time confessions
Homecoming brings spirit to the halls of FVHS
Homecoming brings spirit to the halls of FVHS
Bengal Buzz intro screen
How to deal with pressure
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
FVHS clubs celebrate Halloween
FVHS clubs celebrate Halloween
Day in the life of FVHS staff
Day in the life of FVHS staff
Screen time confessions
Screen time confessions
Homecoming brings spirit to the halls of FVHS
Homecoming brings spirit to the halls of FVHS
FVHS students prepare for Homecoming
FVHS students prepare for Homecoming
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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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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