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Senior Kyle Graves loads his swing at a varsity game Mar. 31, 2023.

SPORTS: KSHSAA Baseball Increase Games

Grant Lincoln, Reporter November 13, 2023

As of Sept. 13, 2023, the Kansas State High School Activities Association Board of Directors voted 42-17 in favor of extending the baseball season to 26 games, after rejecting the proposal in a vote last...

REVIEW: The Five Nights at Freddy’s Movie

REVIEW: The Five Nights at Freddy’s Movie

Emi Stone, Reporter November 13, 2023

After a long awaited eight to ten years, the Five Nights at Freddy’s movie came out on Oct. 27. Many fans had mixed reviews over the film, some liked it, some did not. As a Five Nights at Freddy’s...

SPORTS: KU beats Oklahoma

SPORTS: KU beats Oklahoma

Mason Lester, Reporter November 10, 2023

Recently the University of Kansas [KU] football team faced off against the Oklahoma Sooners, the number six seed in the AP polls (9/23). After KU came off of a not so great game against Oklahoma State,...

Dancing across the stage, sophomore Joy Malin lifts a rose in the air.

NEWS: Bright Star the Fall Musical

Eli Roust, Photographer/Reporter November 10, 2023

After months of preparation and work, the theater department put on “Bright Star.” For director Bryce Jones, being able to get as many people involved was one of the number one goals. “The biggest...

Practicing in the orchestra room, sophomore Annah Steele runs through some scales. Steele plays the string bass for the Symphonic and Chamber orchestras. “I love the unity of [orchestra]. I love everyone working together to put together a single and unified result. Working together to make beautiful music is our common goal,” Steele said.

NEWS: Lawrence Youth Symphony Disappears

Nomso Enyinnaya November 9, 2023

The Lawrence Youth Symphony program has been in place since 1969; the program halted its activity this fall semester since they weren’t able to provide the necessary insurance the school district requires...

Melissa Smith holds her Lied Center award. Smith has been working in music education for the last 32 years, and teaches at both Free State and West Middle School currently.

FEATURE: Impactful Individual

Claire Heinritz November 9, 2023

Every year, an exceptional teacher is awarded the Impact Award from the Lied center; this year, assistant band director Melissa Smith won the award. The award has been given to educators and musicians...

Sophomore Cami Lee hits tennis ball at a varsity tennis meet. Cami Lee started playing with her older sister, senior Maya Lee, 5 years ago.

FEATURE: Sibling Expectations

Phoebe Morris, Reporter November 9, 2023

When tensions rise, students look to those they idolize, especially siblings to relieve stress. Starting from day one, siblings are constantly put in situations to compete against each other. And sometimes...

REVIEW: The Eras Tour Movie

REVIEW: The Eras Tour Movie

Evie Chancy November 8, 2023

After the record-breaking success of Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour, Swifties moved on from flooding stadiums to flooding movie theaters. The tour’s large-scale success resulted in ticket prices, averaging...

Taped on the window at a polling place in Rock Chalk Park, a sample ballot is displayed for people to preview before they place their votes in the booth.

NEWS: Local Elections Results

Evie Chancy and Maria Mosconi November 8, 2023

On Tuesday, elections took place for three positions on the City Commission and five on the School Board, with a 25% voter turnout rate according to the Lawrence Times.  Candidates Brad Finkeldei and...

Despite the cold temperature of 40 degrees, Free State students in the student section chant in support of the Football Team at the home game vs Garden City on Oct 27.

SPORTS: Football Advances to Second Round of Playoffs

Chloe Cook, Yearbook Photo Editor November 1, 2023

Free State was able to hold Garden City back on a 42-0 lead until the fourth quarter when Garden City scored their first touchdown. The Firebirds were able to come back strong in both defense and offense...

NEWS: Domestic Violence Awareness Month

NEWS: Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Maria Mosconi October 31, 2023

Symbolized by a purple ribbon, October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month which brings attention to abusive relationships and victims. According to the Department of Justice Domestic violence is harmful...

At the "Pink Out" game on Oct. 10, senior band member Jake Klinger is seen sporting a pink ribbon to raise awareness for breast cancer.

FEATURE: Pink Pride

Nick Sprecker, Sports Editor October 30, 2023

Across America, high school football brings together players, fans and communities. Home games become especially important, as student sections rally in support of their teams. Most often, the students...

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