The introduction and advancements of AI have undeniably arrived, as it’s stationed a foothold in the door of the world. ChatGPT has 300 million users worldwide, and there are no signs of slowing down...

Firebirds, Happy April! First, I want to thank you for taking the time to pick up the newspaper. This is one of the last issues I will work on as the editor-in-chief of The Free Press. I’ve spent...

For readers who missed all of March’s releases, don’t worry, because I didn’t. There were a variety of major music releases last month, ranging from upbeat pop hits to laid back country tunes but...

The college sports recruiting process is no easy venture — it has always been fiercely competitive and demands that athletes  not only excel in their sport but  also stand out in an already crowded...

Lucy Dacus explores a new sound for her music with her latest release. On March 28, Dacus released her first album since 2021, “Forever Is a Feeling.” This album marks a significant change in her style,...

Panera Bread recently opened a new location near Free State on Bauer Farm Dr. and 6th Street. Panera offers more food options to students. Here’s a review of a few must-try items on the menu. Overall...

After a seven year hiatus, Paddington Brown, voiced by Ben Whishaw, has returned to theaters in time for Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14. Following the same charming, marmalade-loving, fictional bear, “Paddington...

Hi Firebirds, Thanks for taking a look at Issue 6! Please know that what is inside is created and designed for you, and that you are placed at the forefront when we are considering what to cover. It...

After spending half a century in politics, former president Joseph R. Biden bid farewell in an Oval Office address on Jan. 15 warning that “an oligarchy is taking shape in America of extreme wealth,...

February was a busy month in the music scene, with a myriad of notable releases. It was hard to narrow it down to just 8 songs, but after a couple weeks of reflecting over what February had to offer, this...

For the majority of teenagers, mobile phones are a vital aspect of their social and emotional lives. From waking up to check Instagram notifications to asking a friend where they’re eating lunch to setting...

Dear reader, On behalf of FSJ, I would like to formally welcome everyone back with our first issue in 2025. In January, our district enjoyed multiple chilly snow days and implemented the new phone policy,...