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Student Council members work together to prepare decorations and materials for the upcoming senior sunset.
Student Council organizes Senior Sunset
At the hearing, the majority of the public display themselves against the bill with passion.
Hilltop Park bill passed by Fuquay-Varina Board
“Hamilton” is showing in Durham until June 14.
‘Hamilton’ comes to Durham as school year ends
New regulations in Holly Springs aim to improve safety as the use of e-bikes continues to increase.
Holly Springs approves new e-bike ordinance to improve safety
A ceremony was held at the fire department to celebrate the enlisting students from FVHS and Willow Springs High School.
Celebrating our enlisting FVHS graduates
North Carolina’s new abortion bill is dangerous intrusion into private medicine
North Carolina’s new abortion bill is dangerous intrusion into private medicine
Based on Kane Parsons’ original series by the same title, “The Backrooms” (2026) explores architectural horror, liminal spaces and the unraveling of the human psyche.
Release of ‘The Backrooms’ (2026) breaks box office records for studio A24
Rosy Maple Moths are colourful with their yellow and pink wings.
Pretty privilege in the animal kingdom
Hateful comments can affect people in different ways. Some may take it as a joke, and others may not take it as much of a joke.
Responding to hate comments can affect your mental health
A morning routine is the foundation of your day. By taking control of your first waking hours, you build the momentum required to tackle daily challenges.
Great morning routines transform your day
Locking down the future of Bengals football
Locking down the future of Bengals football
Vegas is heading straight for the buzz saw that is the 12-1 Carolina Hurricanes.
Hurricanes finally reach Stanley Cup Final, look to beat Vegas
From growing up in Las Vegas to breaking records on the track, Kyle Busch changed the sport of racing forever.
The story of Kyle Busch
Fans cheer from packed seats during an exciting NHL playoff game at Madison Square Garden.
Teams battle for the Stanley Cup in 2026 NHL playoffs
The Weekly Bengal: featuring Bailey Blaylock
The Weekly Bengal: featuring Bailey Blaylock
Many seniors in high school experience procrastination and lack of motivation in the later half of the year.
Senioritis harms college admissions, future opportunities
Seniors speak their mind on the most valuable information they want underclassmen to know.
Seniors give advice to underclassmen
Students share mixed opinions if lockers should make a comeback for daily use.
Use of lockers sparks mixed opinions
People may choose to either write on paper or computer.
Debate over paper or computer continues to develop
Students share their ideas and thoughts about what they plan to do during the summer and what they thought about the school year.
Students of FVHS share their summer plans, opinions
Pros and cons of having a gap year after high school
Pros and cons of having a gap year after high school
Locking down the future of Bengals football
Locking down the future of Bengals football
Could students today survive on a desert island?
Could students today survive on a desert island?
Why so many alarms?
Why so many alarms?
Students want more vending options
Students want more vending options
Aevri Harrington places second in state
Aevri Harrington places second in state
Travis and Jackson talk to members of the golf team about the state championship
Travis and Jackson talk to members of the golf team about the state championship
The Weekly Bengal: FVHS Tennis Team
The Weekly Bengal: FVHS Tennis Team
The Weekly Bengal: FVHS Tennis Team
The Weekly Bengal: FVHS Tennis Team
Jackson and Travis go in depth about the athletes' offseasons
Jackson and Travis go in depth about the athletes’ offseasons
How do you think a day would go without your phone?
How do you think a day would go without your phone?
Patriotism is solution to extremism in United States
Patriotism is solution to extremism in United States
BTS debuts new album
BTS debuts new album
Dance team shows their excellence
Dance team shows their excellence
How do you think March Madness is going?
How do you think March Madness is going?
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
Christmas/New Year photo shoot - Comic #7
Christmas/New Year photo shoot – Comic #7
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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