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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
Students work together to build their robot.
Slice Robotics wins first, Industrial Design award at competition
The family entertainment center is being built on North Broad Street.
New family entertainment center brings fun to Fuquay-Varina
Damage done in Virginia by Hurricane Helene. Storm damage continues to intensify as storms do.
Violent weekend storm leaves at least 40 dead
This Year's Exam Schedule for Fuquay Varina High School Puts Students First.
New exam schedule hopes to provide better experience for students
From buses to carpooling to walking, students travel in all kinds of weather.
The daily commute: How students get to school
Cooper Adams splashing his mark in 2022.
Water Wars tradition needs to continue
As more young YouTube stars expose what it’s really like being in the public eye, it’s time to reconsider allowing children to have an internet presence.
Kidfluencing steals childhoods
The Disney Channel legacy lives on through Generation Z through our humor and pop culture.
Impact of Disney Channel on Gen Z
Some students prefer comfy clothes while others prefer stylish.
Comfy or stylish: Which one would you choose?
Rede Jessee lining up for the perfect shot.
Mens golf swings for success
Sophomore Parker Garrett preparing to pitch.
JV baseball sets goals this season
The entire nation is riveted to see the NCAA men’s basketball tournament. If you win any prize by copying my bracket, contact me so that I can claim a fair share of the prize.
March Madness in full swing
Kevin Keatts was fired two weeks ago after a disappointing season.
Kevin Keatts fired after taking NC State on Final Four run last year
Junior Kylie McGrogan preparing for the pitch that would stick out.
Womens softball team takes first victory of the season
Stores include a wide variety of body sprays, giving customers different options to fit their liking.
People at FVHS share their favorite perfumes and colognes
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
Favorite childhood memory
Though many people are conflicted with the weather, something so uncommon shouldn’t be so normal here in North Carolina.
Indecisive weather in NC confusing many people
Effects of isolation
Effects of isolation
Prioritizing yourself
Prioritizing yourself
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
Sophomore Brock Bookout converses with students about a variety of what people eat
You are what you eat
Effects of isolation
Effects of isolation
Prioritizing yourself
Prioritizing yourself
Unlocking open mindedness
Unlocking open mindedness
Boredom is beneficial
Boredom is beneficial
Acceptance and forgiveness
Acceptance and forgiveness
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
Sophomore Brock Bookout converses with students about a variety of what people eat
You are what you eat
Favorite childhood memory
Local Bojangles shuts down for renovation. Sophomore Brock Bookout asks for the opinions of students at FVHS.
Bojangles closed?
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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December 6, 2024

Ask the Bengals: Is college necessary to be successful?

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November 21, 2024
As the weather cools and hoodies make a more frequent appearance, many argue that autumn is the superior and best season.

Autumn: the superior season

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November 15, 2024
Fuquay-Varina High School’s Interact Club hosts their annual Fright Night.

FVHS Fright Night raises funds for western NC

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November 4, 2024
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Senioritis: the growing epidemic among senior students

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October 25, 2024

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October 4, 2024
The movie “It Ends With Us” was released Aug. 9, though controversy between the actors started long before its big-screen debut.

Backlash involving “It Ends With Us” movie leads to call for accountability

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Why are remakes so controversial?

Why are remakes so controversial?

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January 16, 2024
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Why hasn’t the Roaring Bengals published anything since last year?

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January 9, 2024
The best kinds of Christmas Gifts

The best kinds of Christmas Gifts

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December 8, 2023
The town of Fuquay Varina 2021 Christmas parade. Photo courtesy of Nicole Roseman.

Students participate in Fuquay-Varina Christmas Parade

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December 4, 2023
Rick Rordan’s five books that complete his popular series known as Percy Jackson and the Olympians.

Percy Jackson TV series being released in December 2023

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October 27, 2023
The Marching Bengals performed at the football game against the Corinth Holders on Oct. 6th.

Marching Bengals take home another win

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October 18, 2023
The Dance team receives their new jackets for their first season. Photo taken Thursday, Sep 14, 2023

Fuquay-Varina High School has a new dance team

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October 6, 2023
Writers strike causes a decline in ideas that viewers would enjoy.

WGA Writers Strike ends

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October 3, 2023
Variety of books from the Mystery section in the library. The theme for the book club for September is Mystery.

Book club, TinyABC, has started back up again for the 2023-24 school year

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September 28, 2023
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