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In the library, freshman Crosby Kober studies for the AP Human Geography test.

NEWS: AP Test Prep

Logan Dinges, Reporter March 3, 2025

With the Advanced Placement testing season looming near, it is time for students to think about beginning their preparation. This process differs from student to student, as every AP class is different...

RECORDING: Band Concert

Nathan Kramer, Videographer February 27, 2025

Design by Lucas Smith. Photos collected from Breahna Randall, Darby Bates, Fiorella Leistner and Kara Unckless.

FEATURE: Cute Critters

Jonah Frye, Reporter February 26, 2025

Harley Quill According to The University Daily Kansan, in Dec. 2008, a former Free State student, Judson King, successfully petitioned the city to legalize the ownership of hedgehogs. Because of...

Design by Sarah Masterson

BREAKING NEWS: Assistant Principal Moves Up

Lilly Wall, News Editor-in-Chief February 24, 2025

Tonight at a school board meeting, Interim Superintendent Dr. Jeanice Kerr Swift announced the selection of Assistant Principal Tina Mitchell as the Director of Equity and Student and Family Engagement...

Design by Sarah Masterson

BREAKING NEWS: Interim Superintendent Jeanice Kerr Swift Named Permanent Superintendent

Eula Heriford, Reporter February 21, 2025

On Feb. 21 Jeanice Kerr Swift was named the permanent superintendent—pending official board approval—of USD 497 after over six months of serving as the interim superintendent, following Anthony Lewis’s...

Up in arms, senior AJ Eason floats past Olathe Northwest's defense.

SPORTS: Hoops and Heart

Rakshan Ossen, Sports Editor February 21, 2025

Head Coach Dwayne Paul and his squad prepared for the challenges in winter with a renewed focus and determination. With his second year as coach, his aim is to improve from last year’s 8-10 record. With...

Digital Illustration by Neylana Haque.

NEWS: About The Palisades Fires

Lilly Wall, News Editor-in-Chief February 17, 2025

On Tuesday, Jan. 7, a series of wildfires broke out across Los Angeles, California. The biggest of the seven, the Palisades Fire, began burning in the Santa Monica Mountains of Los Angeles County. Since...

Photo illustration by Baila Love

SIDEBAR: Jerd Playlist

Lilly Wall and Baila Love February 17, 2025

"Close To You" by Gracie Abrams - Maria Mosconi "Killing Me Softly" by The Fugees - Rakshan Ossen "North" by Clairo - Lucas Smith "Ex-Factor" by Ms. Lauryn Hill - Addison Powers "Ski What...

Digital Illustration by Kouri Demelash

FEATURE: On-Demand Makes the Leap

Rakshan Ossen, Sports Editor February 17, 2025

Televised streaming of sports has been a pivotal part for fans around the country. Recently, sporting organizations have moved from traditional services like NBC, CBS, ESPN and Fox to offer streaming services...

Coming up for air, sophomore Sebastian Iversen swims the freestyle at the Senior Night meet on Jan. 16.

SPORTS: Swimming to State

Nick Sprecker, News Editor-in-Chief February 17, 2025

The boys Swim and Dive team, in their second year under swim head coach Janna Skinner and first year under dive coach Elliot Ahlvers, are making headway as the season progresses. Several swimmers qualified...

Digital Illustration by Willow Marable

NEWS: From Day One

Lilly Wall, News Editor-in-Chief February 17, 2025

President Donald J. Trump entered office on Jan. 20. Within the first week of his presidency, he signed 36 executive orders. Take a look at some of the most influential orders, what they imply and a breakdown...

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