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Snow has affected North Carolina residents. Unexpected snowfall caused school and roads to shut down. (Photo Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons via Dennis Ludlow)
North Carolina experiences unexpected snowfall this winter
Cali Clark, Staff Writer • February 18, 2025
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Hannah Grace's "Icebreaker" is featured in Targets "#BookTok" section in their book aisle. Alongside are some of her other works, as well as books by author Elle Kennedy.
Judging a book by its cover: When expectations clash with reality
Elana Ruff, A&E Editor • February 26, 2025
A blank screen, a silenced community—millions of TikTok users are left in the dark as the ban takes effect. What starts with one app begs the question: How far will digital censorship go?
TikTok Ban: national security or censorship?
Katie Spampinato, Co-Editor-in-Chief • February 13, 2025
Over the past few years, “brain rot” has been on the rise as technology has evolved to be both addicting and flashy. This overexposure to the internet is proven to alter brain chemistry and decrease mental focus.
“Brain rot:” the not-so-secret cause of mental decline
Jackie Regan, Features Editor • December 17, 2024
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Rohama Gebremicheal wins conference wrestler of the year for the second year in a row! Her fellow teammates and coaches reflect on the past season and years with her on the wrestling team. (Photo Courtesy of Rohama Gebremichael)
Rohama Gebremichael wins conference wrestler of the year
Tenley Robinson, Photography Editor • February 24, 2025
The Wakefield High School Varsity Cheer team celebrates after an impressive Nationals win. The team is overjoyed by their accomplishments this year and have high hopes for the future. (Photo Courtesy of Wakefield High School Varsity Cheer team)
Wakefield varsity cheer makes school history with first ever Nationals win
Gaby Sciaudone, News Editor • February 10, 2025
Wakefield’s indoor track teams are hoping to grow both as athletes and as a team this season. They compete in many competitions across the state, and are striving for first place.
Wakefield’s indoor track team goes for gold
Gabriel Linnan, Co-Opinions Editor • January 28, 2025
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Hung at the front of the school is a colorful banner that depicts prominent African American figures throughout history. It’s there to signify the start of Black History Month celebrations.
Black History Month fosters representation, acceptance among Wakefield students
Abby Zimmerman, Student Life Editor • February 25, 2025
Many students across Wakefield deal with second semester exhaustion. The work piles up and can take a toll on student's mental health.
Wakefield High School navigates through semester 2 burnout
Caroline Rhoad, Sports Editor • February 17, 2025
Student directors for "101 Dalmatians" gather together for a photo. After the immense work they've put into this production, they're excited to see everything pay off. (Photo Courtesy of Jake Eisenberg)
Wakefield theater students take the lead in bringing “101 Dalmatians” to life
Kendall Wilson, Co-Editor-in-Chief • January 6, 2025
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Monterosso is a voluntary club advisor for Wakefield's Board Game Club. This photo was taken just after a Board Game Club meeting.
Alexander Monterosso brightens spirits at Wakefield
Amaya Thrasher, Staff Writer • February 14, 2025
Audience watching Josie Geolas’ performance at North Carolina Museum of Art. This and many others were played for all to see to touch people’s hearts.  
(Photo Courtesy of Joyce Deaton)
Spoken Word Contest allows students to express themselves, tell stories
Jordan DeHart, Staff Writer • February 12, 2025
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Personal Space: Steampunk
Amaya Thrasher, Staff Writer • February 27, 2025
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