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This presents one of the many models for the Starship. They plan to launch all over space including Mars to explore and build civilization there. (Photo Courtesy of Creative Commons, Jared Krahn)

Starship mission to Mars: SpaceX innovation raises questions

Jordan DeHart, Staff Writer • January 28, 2025

 Many people have wondered what it would be like to live on Mars because of the similarities it shares with our own planet Earth. For these people, their curiosity will soon be quenched. SpaceX is working...

TROSA Provides Path to Recovery Through Support, Job Training, and Community Impact. Staff and residents work together to create lasting change through dedication and collaboration Courtesy of TROSA

TROSA provides path to recovery through support, job training and community impact

Katie Spampinato, Co-Editor-in-Chief • December 20, 2024

For individuals facing substance use disorders, TROSA (Triangle Residential Options for Substance Abusers) provides a structured program designed to support recovery and personal growth. The organization...

To repair the large bumps in the road when driving on and off the bridge on Falls of Neuse, the construction workers poured new concrete onto the problem areas. However, this project required closing the road for several weeks, which created a lot of frustration for students and staff travelling to and from school.

Falls of Neuse closures inhibit commutes to school for students, staff

Gaby Sciaudone, News Editor • December 18, 2024

Over the past few weeks, construction projects have forced the closures of the North Bound and South Bound of Falls of Neuse Road. This road, and the bridge in particular, is widely used by students and...

"Movember" participants Peyton Thomas (upper left), Kyle Shields (upper right), Jeren Hernandez (bottom left) and James Popek (bottom right) pose for the camera. Event participants are growing out their mustaches throughout the month of November.

Wakefield hosts “Movember” fundraiser for hurricane relief

Monroe Huckaby, Staff Writer • November 25, 2024

The “Movember” fundraiser hosted at Wakefield High School aims to raise funds and awareness for the people of Western North Carolina impacted by hurricane Helene throughout the month of November.  The...

Wakefield's FFA worked tirelessly to prepare their Lorax-themed display for the NC State Fair's Plant and Garden competition. Their efforts paid off though; with the display winning top prize in the contest.

Wakefield FFA sprouts to the challenge: wins NC State Fair Plant and Garden competition

Seth Steiner, Co-Editor-in-Chief • November 22, 2024

This year at the North Carolina State Fair, Wakefield High School’s Future Farmers of America (FFA) program put in the hard work necessary for the group to take home top marks in the event’s annual...

Moss instructs her AP African American History class. She guides them through every step of their project and is ready to answer any questions they may have.

Deja Moss receives Wakefield’s Teacher of the Year award

Elana Ruff, A&E Editor • November 20, 2024

Deja Moss was granted Wakefield High School’s Teacher of the Year award on Oct. 11 for her love of helping students both in and out of the classroom and being a pillar of support and guidance for anyone...

Hurricanes are becoming stronger over the years. Climate change is increasing the intensity of these events. (Photo Courtesy of Creative Commons, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center)

Climate change concerns on the rise thanks to Hurricane Milton

Jordan DeHart, Staff Writer • November 7, 2024

With Hurricane Milton recently tearing across the Floridian peninsula, people are now starting to wonder how this hurricane got so powerful in such a short time span over the Gulf of Mexico. Many have...

For Wake County Library card-holders, free tutoring is now just a few clicks away. Through Tutor.com, learners can access highly-rated help with over 200 different subjects from the comfort of their own homes.

Wake County Public Libraries introduce free tutoring services for residents of all ages

Gaby Sciaudone, News Editor • November 6, 2024

This September, Wake County Public Libraries (WCPL) launched free online tutoring services through Tutor.com for anyone with a free library card. This opportunity, in addition to those provided through...

The Sahara Desert is filled with many sand dunes. When the flood hits, the water flows downhill, creating lakes in the dunes.  (Photo Courtesy of Flickr, Wonker https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Sahara_3.jpg)

Sahara Deserts floods raise concern on climate change

Cali Clark, Staff Writer • November 4, 2024

For the first time in decades, the Sahara Desert has flooded. This time, it flooded in the southeastern Morocco region; this marks a rare and unusual climate event. The Sahara Desert is one of the driest...

Kamala Harris, the Democratic candidate, and Donald Trump, the Republican candidate lay side by side on the cover of magazines. Voters are eager to see the result of this presidential election.

Generation Z’s rising influence in the 2024 presidential election

Caroline Rhoad and Katie Spampinato • October 29, 2024

With the upcoming 2024 presidential election, the voices of Generation Z (Gen Z) are sure to play a crucial role in its outcome. College organizations such as UNC Young Democrats and UNC College Republicans...

North Carolina State University seal located in the Talley Student Union. The public university faces multiple reports involving PCB contaminations.

PCBs on North Carolina State University’s campus cause stress for students

Monroe Huckaby, Staff Writer • October 24, 2024

The discovery of polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) chemicals in nearly two dozen buildings on North Carolina State University’s campus has negatively impacted students and staff. After Poe Hall, which houses...

Senior Izzie Cochran reviews homework in her AP Literature class at Wakefield High School. Students have been navigating both coursework and ongoing HVAC issues throughout the building.

Frustration grows as failing HVAC systems disrupt Wake County Schools

Katie Spampinato, Co-Editor-in-Chief • October 21, 2024

Wakefield High School, among several other schools in the Wake County Public School System (WCPSS), faces frustration over failing school heating, ventilation, and air conditioning units. Schools such...

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