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Randall Street is blocked off for construction, forcing drivers to find alternate routes and causing heavy traffic.
Randall Street closure creates traffic chaos, frustrating students trying to get home
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
Marshall Wortham explains literary circle projects to his class.
Upperclassmen academic, honors English classes separated
Booth of work created by Xavier Houston.
FVHS students present their work in art show
Laurel Feldner participated in the USC Ice Bucket Challenge after being nominated.
Viral 2014 Ice Bucket Challenge comes back full force in 2025
Schools teach us how to take tests, and maintain academic standards, but what happens when new graduates need to navigate adult life on their own, like changing their car’s oil?
Students aren’t prepared for the real world
Students feel burnout from the pressure of upcoming AP exams.
Inconvenience of AP exams
Whether it's a football game or a chance to walk down the stage, FVHS events create memories that last a lifetime.
Best events at FVHS
FVHS students question why only juniors and seniors can leave campus during lunch.
Should sophomores be allowed off campus for lunch?
Logan sees his least favorite cheese and is disgusted.
Students at FVHS come together to determine the worst type of cheese
Sophomore Riley Szalanski is working to put together VolleyBros.
FVHS holding VolleyBros event
Cobra Coed competed in Worlds in April.
Cheerleading Worlds 2025 overview
The Canes paid a visit to Camp Lejeune after winning the cup in 2006. That year, the Canes won their first and so far only Stanley Cup championship.
Can the Hurricanes win the Stanley Cup?
The FVHS softball team rounds out a successful season.
Varsity softball starts off the last home game with a celebration for their seniors
FVHS varsity cheer walking the halls for the clapout.
FVHS’s first clap out was a success
Assorted prom dresses that the FVHS prom closet offers.
Cost of prom in 2025
Students reviewing for their AP Government exam.
Students at FVHS prepare for AP exams
Being sure to have enough funds is especially important in college. Make life easier for yourself in the long run and choose wisely what you spend on.
Invest in your future, responsibly save your money
Halkuff shows students how to use AI effectively.
Teachers discuss their views on AI within classroom setting
A healthy meal can consist of steak, eggs, and buttered toast.
Fuquay students’ favorite meals to make
Procrastinator vs perfectionist
Procrastinator vs perfectionist
Fake it till you make it
Fake it till you make it
Booth of work created by Xavier Houston.
FVHS students present their work in art show
Favorite substitute teachers
Favorite substitute teachers
Beauty is subjective
Beauty is subjective
Procrastinator vs perfectionist
Procrastinator vs perfectionist
Fake it till you make it
Fake it till you make it
Beauty is subjective
Beauty is subjective
Effects of isolation
Effects of isolation
Prioritizing yourself
Prioritizing yourself
Favorite substitute teachers
Favorite substitute teachers
Hidden Talents
Hidden Talents
Spring Break
Spring Break
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
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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FVHS students question why only juniors and seniors can leave campus during lunch.

Should sophomores be allowed off campus for lunch?

Joshua Martinez, Opinions Writer
May 2, 2025
From buses to carpooling to walking, students travel in all kinds of weather.

The daily commute: How students get to school

Joshua Martinez, Opinions Writer
March 25, 2025
Some students prefer comfy clothes while others prefer stylish.

Comfy or stylish: Which one would you choose?

Joshua Martinez, Opinions Writer
March 18, 2025
From upbeat to slow ballads, music has the power to shape every mood.

Music plays huge role in how students navigate their emotions

Joshua Martinez, Opinions Writer
March 7, 2025
From fast food to hidden gems, here’s what FVHS students eat.

Lunchtime favorites: What FVHS students love to eat

Joshua Martinez, Opinions Writer
February 28, 2025
From the classic original Red Bull, to coconut, tropical, and winterberry FVHS students have picked their favorite.

Students vote for favorite Red Bull

Joshua Martinez, Opinions Writer
February 18, 2025
Being an adult means taking responsibility and making your own choices.

When does someone truly become an adult?

Joshua Martinez, Opinions Writer
February 6, 2025
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