The Voice of Wakefield High School

The Howler

The Voice of Wakefield High School

The Howler

The Voice of Wakefield High School

The Howler

In an article ranking the top metros for women in STEM, the Raleigh-Cary area was ranked second in the nation.

Raleigh-Cary area ranks second in the nation for women in STEM

Faith Abernathy, Co-Arts and Entertainment Editor April 5, 2024

On Feb. 21, CoworkingCafe released an article highlighting the new ranking of top U.S. metros for women in the tech and science industry. The Raleigh-Cary area was ranked second in the nation, with 29...

Small businesses surround us everywhere we go, its important to support them to keep our communities lively. These businesses enable people to carry out their creative ideas.

Supporting local businesses makes our communities thrive

Yusha Ahsan, Co-Copy Editor November 20, 2023

With the fast-approaching holiday season, many people are preparing their presents, adding to their festive calendars and searching for good eats around the city—all perfect activities for shopping at...

As the event begins, the lanterns of paper  come to life. The Chinese Lantern tradition originated during the Han Dynasty, between 206 BC and 220 AD. (Photo courtesy of Jelena Johnston)

The holiday season comes early with these November events

Faith Abernathy, Co-Arts and Entertainment Editor November 15, 2023

As a crisp breeze fills the autumn air of mid-to-late November, festivals, activities and Christmas lights appear around town. Whether you’re looking to get out of the house or even begin your Christmas...

Every year, Mistletoe Market lights up the hallways of Wakefield High School. However, this communal event would not be possible without the volunteers that dedicate their time to bringing that beautiful holiday feeling to local families.

Mistletoe Market volunteers work tirelessly to bring holiday cheer to Wakefield

Kendall Wilson, Co-Copy Editor November 9, 2023

This November, benevolent adult and teenage volunteers will work together diligently to prepare for the annual Mistletoe Market at Wakefield High School, bringing holiday cheer to local families. The hard...

After a rainy morning, the sun comes out to shine on the pumpkins at the North Wake Fire Station 2. The pumpkin patch opened Oct. 7, and with over 2,000 pumpkins, you are sure to find one to love.

Celebrate the Halloween season around Raleigh this fall

Nic Cazin, Co-Editor-in-Chief October 25, 2023

As a humid summer melds into a crisp fall, the Raleigh area is gearing up for the Halloween season. For people of all ages, this is the perfect time to experience the terrors of local haunted trails, go...

The start of the 5 Seconds of Summer concert on July 3, 2022. Summertime is a great time to see artists live!

Sing your heart out this summer at these Raleigh-area live music events

Nic Cazin and Sky Morgan May 10, 2023

Raleigh has recently been evolving in the music scene, ranking number five on the list of best music cities in the lower United States. Popular music venues – ranging from arenas such as PNC Arena, outdoor...

Top 10 perfect prom eats

Top 10 perfect prom eats

As prom quickly approaches, the night can’t begin without a delicious meal. Below we have compiled a list of the best places to eat for the night of prom, all relatively close to the Marriott City Center.  The...

What to do over winter break

What to do over winter break

Nic Cazin, Co-Editor-in-Chief December 16, 2022

Students throughout the nation have protested against gun violence for years.

When gun violence knocks on Raleigh’s door

Abby Dykes, Social Media and News Co-Editor December 6, 2022

The recent shooting in Raleigh has alerted all North Carolina residents of the danger lurking at any time in America: mass shootings. On October 13, the community of Raleigh was shaken to the core when...

Maggie Kane, pictured right, smiles with a volunteer at A Place at the Table cafe in downtown Raleigh.

Meet Maggie Kane: WHS alumna and founder of Raleigh’s first pay-what-you-can cafe

Emily Dudash, Co-Editor-in-Chief November 15, 2022

Nearly seven years ago, on her 25th birthday, Wakefield High School alumna Maggie Kane anxiously sat in the waiting room at the Secretary of State office in downtown Raleigh. For Kane, months of intensive...

Womens traditional dancers enter the arena for grand entry.

Powwow terminology for Native American Heritage Month

Kaylee Jacobs, News Editor November 29, 2021

On October 30, 2021, the first intertribal Dorothea Dix Park powwow was sponsored by the City of Raleigh and numerous Native American organizations in the Triangle. In honor of this new beginning,...

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