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The Howler

The Voice of Wakefield High School

The Howler

The Voice of Wakefield High School

The Howler

Despite the small footprint of most Waffle House restaurants, their impact in the communities they serve is bigger than most realize. Thanks to the Waffle House Index, this small diner is able to help prepare for disasters and assist in recovery and rescue efforts.

How a small-time diner plays a big role in disaster relief

Seth Steiner, Co-Editor-in-Chief November 15, 2024

Natural disasters are an unfortunate yet unavoidable part of life, especially in the United States, where both hurricanes and tornadoes pose a large threat to many regions. While there isn’t much that...

With the heavy winds and extreme flooding brought by Hurricane Helene, many trees fell. This led to the destruction of countless homes. (Photo courtesy of Myatt Hanna)

Wakefield alumni react to Hurricane Helene’s destruction on Appalachian State University

Caroline Rhoad, Sports Editor October 7, 2024

On Sept. 27 Hurricane Helene swept across western North Carolina at the category of a tropical storm, leaving communities and homes devastated. The strong winds and record-high flooding greatly impacted...

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