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The student-run news site of Lawrence Free State High School

Free Press Online

The student-run news site of Lawrence Free State High School

Free Press Online

Archives 2024-2025

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CONTEST: Unique Pets Feature

Baila Love, Online Managing Editor February 7, 2025

Do you have a pet? Is it maybe a little different or unique? Well, in order for your pet to be featured in a story on our website, you have the opportunity to submit them to Free State Journalism! In...

Facing away, an actor looks over the stage before a big performance.

FEATURE: Under the Spotlight

Dylan Tenbrink, Reporter February 6, 2025

To calm their nerves before a big performance, some students have special rituals to get over their stress before going on stage. Performing in the winter play, “You Can’t Take It With You,” Freshman...

A neon green light titled "Delta" shines out the window of the Lawrence Tobacco and Vape Shop located at 8. W 9th St. The store is located a block away from downtown Lawrence, easily able to pick up foot traffic during the day.

"There are a lot in town but I know some smoke shops that won't ask for my ID from me or my friends when we go. I go to the ones that will get me what I want, plus most are cheap and easy," an anonymous senior said.

OPINION: Selling Addictions

Maria Mosconi and Phoebe Morris February 4, 2025

In the middle of Kansas, Lawrence is known for being an eclectic and open minded town, especially when it comes to smoking. Given this culture, it’s not surprising that during the 2003 school...

'Hurry Up Tomorrow' Album Cover

REVIEW: The Weeknd’s Hurry Up Tomorrow

Nick Sprecker, News Editor-in-Chief February 4, 2025

In the final installment of his modern trilogy and last project as The Weeknd, singer-songwriter Abel Tesfaye cemented himself as one of the 21st century’s greatest Pop/R&B megastars with the release...

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