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What does Veterans Day Mean to WHS?

Kaylee Karll, Opinions Editor November 11, 2021

From a young age, kids are rightfully taught to honor and thank the people who put their lives on the line as protection for their country. Although the thankfulness should be held in our hearts year round,...

Birthday cake with three tiers and colorful sprinkles

Birthday gifts for your friends

Amber Christeson, Editor-In-Chief November 2, 2021

Every day after Halloween is one of my favorite days of the year: my birthday. A day centered around the day that I (and everyone else born on November 1) was brought into this world. Traditionally, your...

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DIY bush monster eyeballs for Halloween

Emma Busch, Entertainment Editor October 31, 2021

If you’re looking for a way to add to your Halloween decorations this year but are in a last minute time crunch, these diy eyeballs are a relatively cheap and easy solution to make your outdoor decorations...

A Spooky Snack

A Spooky Snack

Jadyn Whittall, Advertising Editor October 25, 2021

As we all know, spooky season is upon us. So what better to go with your Halloween traditions than a sweet treat?!! Here is a delicious recipe for cake eyeballs.     The ingredients you will need...

Magma cookies sitting on two plates; they are black with red, green, and purple colored insides

Halloween Magma Cookies

Samantha Doepker, Reporter October 25, 2021

Spooky season is upon us, and there’s no better way to celebrate than with some delicious baked goods! Along with the traditional candy, pumpkin pie, and caramel apples, these magma cookies can make...

Pumpkin Pie Recipe

Pumpkin Pie Recipe

Mackenzie Lawyer, Feaures Editor September 30, 2021

With the cool weather coming in, it is a reminder that fall is just around the corner. Along with fall comes many great things such as apple picking, pumpkin patches, fall festivals, Halloween, and don’t...

Photo taken by Brynne Pearcy

Fair 101

Brynne Pearcy, Reporter September 30, 2021

The Washington Town and Country Fair is a community event that is cherished by many residents. This year the fair took place on Aug.4 through Aug.8, 2021. Throughout the fair you could find live music,...

The cover of Nikki Grimes book, Ordinary Hazards

‘Ordinary Hazards’ tells the story of the light at the end of every tunnel

Samantha Doepker, Reporter September 23, 2021

Nikki Grimes’ memoir “Ordinary Hazards”, a 2021-22 Gateway Award Nominee, tells a heartbreaking story of growing up and never being quite sure of where “home” is. Nikki and her sister Carol,...

‘Shang Chi’ Surpasses Expectations

‘Shang Chi’ Surpasses Expectations

Sophie Nieder, Editor-in-Chief September 12, 2021

The Marvel cinematic universe is one of the most well-known movie series in the world. As beloved characters like Iron Man and Captain America are left behind, the new superheroes will have to be spectacular...

Summer Bucket List

Summer Bucket List

Jadyn Whittall, Photo Editor May 23, 2021

Blue Jays, this year is FINALLY coming to an end, which means summer! This is a great time to relax, have fun and make great memories. But what should you do during summer? Here is a summer bucket list...

Music’s most popular stars aligning for a summer full of hits

Music’s most popular stars aligning for a summer full of hits

Ben Tobben, Sports Editor May 21, 2021

Music recently has been interesting to say the least. Many new artists came on the rise over the past year or so. However, this summer is seemingly set to feature some of the most popular musicians in...

Recipe for candied almonds

Recipe for candied almonds

Emma Busch, News Editor May 21, 2021

Food from the Washington Fair is something that many people enjoy. From funnel cakes to tornado potatoes, the options are endless, and one great snack that I always enjoyed were the candied almonds. Candied...

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