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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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Labubus are overrated and not worth it.

Labubus are products of rapid consumerism

Kiki Quinteros, Opinions Writer
June 6, 2025
Deltarune warriors plus Undertale classics duel.

Why Undertale is better than Deltarune

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June 3, 2025
Juniors Dakota Walker and Allison Massey on are on opposing sides of the argument.

Why Spotify shouldn’t be banned on Chromebooks

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May 27, 2025
Duolingo is going AI first.

People go wild over AI taking over duolingo

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May 19, 2025
Natural hair texture is beautiful.

People should embrace their natural hair

Kiki Quinteros, Opinions Writer
May 12, 2025
Students feel burnout from the pressure of upcoming AP exams.

Inconvenience of AP exams

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May 5, 2025
Logan sees his least favorite cheese and is disgusted.

Students at FVHS come together to determine the worst type of cheese

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April 28, 2025
Students show their appreciation for “Smiling Friends.”

Why ‘Smiling Friends’ should have 27 seasons

Kiki Quinteros, Opinions Writer
April 17, 2025
The debate about whether or not Tyla is an industry plant is settled.

Is Tyla an industry plant?

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March 28, 2025
The Disney Channel legacy lives on through Generation Z through our humor and pop culture.

Impact of Disney Channel on Gen Z

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March 24, 2025
The Mandela effect is a real phenomenon caused by collective misremembering.

Is the Mandela effect real?

Kiki Quinteros, Opinions Writer
March 14, 2025
Students at FVHS discover why Jellycats are so expensive.

Why are Jellycats are so expensive?

Kiki Quinteros, Opinions Writer
March 7, 2025
Students at FVHS give their thoughts on cave diving and potential dangers and solutions.

Dangers of cave exploration

Kiki Quinteros, Opinions Writer
March 3, 2025
People come together to decide if Valentine's Day is just another corporate holiday.

Is Valentine’s Day just a corporate scheme?

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February 14, 2025

Which semester is worse, spring or fall?

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February 9, 2025
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