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FVHS will be having a rising freshman curriculum fair to help introduce students to the school and show them their options for classes.
Curriculum fair coming soon to FVHS
Students are at the edge of their seats waiting for the school system to give the OK to a snow day, but will that happen at FVHS?
Will snow fall in Fuquay Varina?
FVHS is implementing a new policy to limit the distraction of cell phones during class times.
New cell phone policy to begin during second semester
English Teacher Cara Williams puts up the exam schedule for her students.
Exams coming to FVHS as semester ends
Bashar al-Assad, the former dictator of Syria, was overthrown by rebels on Dec. 8, 2024.
Syrian rebels seize Damascus, Bashar al-Assad overthrown
Compared to every other social media platform, Youtube is the best because of everything it offers.
Youtube is the best social media platform
There are talks of the famous app TikTok getting banned in 2025.
Countries are debating banning TikTok.
Schools should finish exams early to truly relax on break
Semester should end before winter break
Increase in technology usage leaves younger generations heading downhill.
Younger generations going downhill
Over the years, music has become worse, especially music that has been made today.
Music is gradually getting worse
High school athletes like Brody Schermer and Maddox Kooistra prove that determination and resilience can turn major setbacks into incredible comebacks.
Overcoming the odds: high school students rise stronger after injuries
Masters of many sports: is it dedication or overcompensation
Should Athletes play more than one sport?
The 2025 College Football Playoff is in full swing and is set to have an explosive ending.
Twelve team playoff draws to exciting end with semifinal games
Liverpool FC is thriving under new management this 2024-2025 season, applying Klopp’s advice to Slot’s formation.
LFC sets their sights for Premiere, Champions League trophies this season
FV varsity cheer team shines at NCHSSA state competition with hard work, teamwork, and long lasting memories.
Varsity cheer team shines at state competition
Bengal Buzz, Episode 10
Bengal Buzz, Episode 10
Many students benefit from spacing out study material over a certain amount of days before a test.
How to make studying easier
FVHS students are enthusiastic about the new year and what it will bring.
What should you expect from 2025?
This is the Engine bay of 1985 GMC Sierra classic.
How to properly take care of your vehicle
Bengal Buzz, Episode 8
Bengal Buzz, Episode 8
Bengal Buzz, Episode 10
Bengal Buzz, Episode 10
Students can use individual welding stations in the Ag mechanics shop to home their skills.
FVHS students enjoy fun activities in FVHS classes
New cell phone policy for FVHS students
The FVHS wrestling team celebrates their performance as a team in a huddle.
Wrestlers performing well in tournaments
There are many local events for families to enjoy during the holiday season. Music courtesy of TIkTok. Video by: Violetta Stratis
Holiday events to look forward to
Bengal Buzz, Episode 9
Bengal Buzz, Episode 9
Bengal Buzz, Episode 8
Bengal Buzz, Episode 8
Bengal Buzz, Episode 7
Bengal Buzz, Episode 7
Bengal Buzz, Episode 6
Bengal Buzz, Episode 6
Bengal Buzz, Episode 5
Bengal Buzz, Episode 5
New cell phone policy for FVHS students
The FVHS wrestling team celebrates their performance as a team in a huddle.
Wrestlers performing well in tournaments
There are many local events for families to enjoy during the holiday season. Music courtesy of TIkTok. Video by: Violetta Stratis
Holiday events to look forward to
FVHS wrestlers slam into season
What is game day etiquette?
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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After two years, we can officially reveal that Ralph Philips has been inside the costume of Benny the Bengal for Fuquay Varina High School.

Benny the Bengal: Unmasked

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May 17, 2024
Sport injuries can cause many setbacks for athletes as they recover.

Top Five Worst Injuries in Sports History

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May 16, 2024
The 2024 Olympic games will begin on July 26 in Paris, France.

Gearing up for the 2024 Olympics

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May 10, 2024
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Fans are excited to see how their teams will play in the 2024 MLB season.

MLB World Series, MVP predictions for 2024

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April 17, 2024
Senior Addy Geiss makes a play on the ball while going against Wake Forest High School.

FVHS women’s soccer is kicking competition halfway through 2024 season

Riley Congdon, Sports Editor
April 9, 2024
Students have received their scores after taking the ACT. Jason Smith Williams, a student attending Willow Springs High School, was overjoyed by the score he managed to get.

Willow Springs High School student scores perfect zero on ACT

Noah Dawley and Riley Congdon
April 1, 2024
All of the 2024 FVHS Prom court candidates include Shae Bass, Pamela Schneider, Madison Bandarra, Abigail Adams, Dylan Finch, Devin Perry, Ralph Philips, and Mwenda Murungi.

FVHS prom court nominees released

Riley Congdon and Noah Dawley
March 22, 2024
Viewers get excited for new movies to come out later in the year.

Five Most Anticipated Movies of 2024

Riley Congdon, Sports Editor
March 19, 2024
NCAA Football logo

College football embraces crazy traditions

Riley Congdon, Sports Editor
March 8, 2024
At the end of a game, fans come down from the stands and onto the court. This can cause issues and result in fans and athletes being harmed.

Should Court Storming be Banned?

Riley Congdon, Sports Editor
March 1, 2024
NC-State, UNC, and Duke players were invited to the upcoming NFL Combine.

Multiple local college football prospects invited to the 2024 NFL combine

Riley Congdon, Sports Editor
February 23, 2024
Indoor Track Season Comes to Close at GNRC Conference Championship

Indoor Track Season Comes to Close at GNRC Conference Championship

Riley Congdon, Sports Editor
February 15, 2024
Ethan Fairbairn (pictured center) competes in the TAC event on December 5, 2023. Photo credit to Lily Key.

FVHS swimming into regional competition

Riley Congdon, Sports Writer
February 2, 2024
Washington and Michigan go up against each other, fighting to claim the title of national champions.

Michigan faces off against Washington in college football playoffs national championship

Riley Congdon, Sports Writer
January 8, 2024
What is the Hardest Sport?

What is the Hardest Sport?

Riley Congdon, Sports Writer
December 20, 2023
FVHS defeats rival Willow Springs in key matchup for Victory Bell

FVHS defeats rival Willow Springs in key matchup for Victory Bell

Riley Congdon, Sports Writer
December 14, 2023
De’Mari Maxson, a wrestler for Fuquay Varina High School, competed at North Johnston High School.

FVHS Varsity wrestling prepares for tough matchups in upcoming tournament

Riley Congdon, Sports Writer
November 30, 2023
Michigan Head Coach displayed on a yellow background

Jim Harbaugh faces cheating allegations with recent evidence of sign stealing

Riley Congdon, Sports Writer
November 20, 2023
Fuquay Varina High School football team wins their 2nd round of playoffs against Ashley High School

Varsity football team pushes to third round of state playoffs in stellar victory

Lucas Prestipino and Riley Congdon
November 14, 2023
Fuquay Varina High School went up against Jack Britt High School on November 3rd 2023. Fuquay will now advance to the second round of playoffs.

FVHS defeats Jack Britt High School in first round of NCHSAA 4A playoffs

Riley Congdon, Sports Writer
November 9, 2023
Recent rule changes cause havoc in professional sports

Recent rule changes cause havoc in professional sports

Riley Congdon, News Writer
November 9, 2023
Fuquay-Varina's JV football game.

FVHS JV football team gets first win against South Garner High School

Riley Congdon, Sports Writer
October 26, 2023
The Texas Rangers and Baltimore Orioles, faced off on October 10th, 2023.

MLB playoffs start with massive upset in the Divisional Series

Riley Congdon, Sports Writer
October 17, 2023
Here is the Duke-UNC Bell and we have one too.

100-year-old heritage bell will be in attendance at historical FVHS football game

Riley Congdon, Sports Writer
October 11, 2023
Picture taken at Ting Parks turf fields.

Turf fields cause injury spikes, tension in the NFL

Riley Congdon, Sports Writer
October 4, 2023
Women's 2023 Varsity Volleyball team.

FVHS volleyball team faces tough competition in challenging season

Riley Congdon, Sports Writer
September 27, 2023
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