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Sophomore Cami Lee hits tennis ball at a varsity tennis meet. Cami Lee started playing with her older sister, senior Maya Lee, 5 years ago.

FEATURE: Sibling Expectations

Phoebe Morris, Reporter November 9, 2023

When tensions rise, students look to those they idolize, especially siblings to relieve stress. Starting from day one, siblings are constantly put in situations to compete against each other. And sometimes...

REVIEW: The Eras Tour Movie

REVIEW: The Eras Tour Movie

Evie Chancy November 8, 2023

After the record-breaking success of Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour, Swifties moved on from flooding stadiums to flooding movie theaters. The tour’s large-scale success resulted in ticket prices, averaging...

Taped on the window at a polling place in Rock Chalk Park, a sample ballot is displayed for people to preview before they place their votes in the booth.

NEWS: Local Elections Results

Evie Chancy and Maria Mosconi November 8, 2023

On Tuesday, elections took place for three positions on the City Commission and five on the School Board, with a 25% voter turnout rate according to the Lawrence Times.  Candidates Brad Finkeldei and...

Despite the cold temperature of 40 degrees, Free State students in the student section chant in support of the Football Team at the home game vs Garden City on Oct 27.

SPORTS: Football Advances to Second Round of Playoffs

Chloe Cook, Yearbook Photo Editor November 1, 2023

Free State was able to hold Garden City back on a 42-0 lead until the fourth quarter when Garden City scored their first touchdown. The Firebirds were able to come back strong in both defense and offense...

NEWS: Domestic Violence Awareness Month

NEWS: Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Maria Mosconi October 31, 2023

Symbolized by a purple ribbon, October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month which brings attention to abusive relationships and victims. According to the Department of Justice Domestic violence is harmful...

At the "Pink Out" game on Oct. 10, senior band member Jake Klinger is seen sporting a pink ribbon to raise awareness for breast cancer.

FEATURE: Pink Pride

Nick Sprecker, Sports Editor October 30, 2023

Across America, high school football brings together players, fans and communities. Home games become especially important, as student sections rally in support of their teams. Most often, the students...

On online betting programs such as DraftKings or FanDuel, bettors can place cash bets on various sporting events.

FEATURE: The World of Sports Betting

Thomas Patton and Grant Lincoln October 30, 2023

Sports betting has found its way into Free State. With access to betting sites, students look to gain some cash quickly. Sports betting is a form of gambling that involves the prediction of a team,...

Senior Natalie Riley's ceramic chain mail project from last spring. Riley's current wearable chain mail vest takes inspiration from this piece.

FEATURE: Student Art Pieces Highlight

Isabella Bobey, Reporter October 30, 2023

Throughout the past quarter, students have been hard at work in their art classes. From ceramics with Jacob Lewis and Don Stevanov, photography with Sarah Podrasky, and drawing with Rachel Downs, many...

Senior Maya Lee anticipates the ball as she serves. Although this is Lee’s final year with Free State, her tennis journey has not yet reached an end. “I am playing in college and intend to coach to make money during school as well.” Lee said.

SPORTS: Lee Sisters State Tennis

Nick Sprecker, Sports Editor October 30, 2023

On Oct. 14, the Lee sisters capped off an impressive performance at state, with senior Maya Lee and sophomore Cami Lee finishing fifth and tenth respectively. Through harsh conditions and even battling...

May 12-13 2023, the blackbox theater held a production of “A Midsummer Nights Dream.”

FEATURE: Students Shined in Black Box Theatre Festival

Meredith Shryock, Reporter October 27, 2023

On Thursday, Sept. 21, Free State Theatre held their annual Black Box Theatre & Film Festival. Black Box Theatre is a showcase of student written and directed one-acts or short films. Students who...

Students are faced with new policies and consequences related to being tardy or absent to class. These policies were put in place by the district in an attempt to reduce tardies and absences.

NEWS: Passing Period Rush

Evie Chancy October 26, 2023

With the administration's implementation of a new tardy plan, it's been necessary for students to adjust their habits in getting to school and from class-to-class.   The new tardy policy states that...

Senior Cella Allison is pictured above at a debate event, Pumpkins and PJ's, last fall.

FEATURE: Trueblue Student of the Week

Ava Talbott, Reporter October 26, 2023

After 4 years of forensics, senior Cella Allison won the KSHSAA Trueblue Student of the Week award. This award is given to students who go above and beyond in their preferred activity and are as involved...

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