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The student-run news site of Lawrence Free State High School

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The student-run news site of Lawrence Free State High School

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Superintendent Lewis outlines continued education

Superintendent Lewis outlines continued education

Jack Bellemere, Reporter March 23, 2020

During an online meeting on Wednesday March 18, Free State journalism editors interviewed  USD 497 Superintendent Dr. Anthony Lewis about the district’s plans for the remainder of the school year. In...

Photo Gallery: Pep Assembly

Photo Gallery: Pep Assembly

Isabel Janssen, Photographer March 3, 2020

Photo Gallery: LHS vs. FSHS Boys Basketball

Elana Ho, Photographer February 25, 2020

USD 497 sues Juul for damages of vaping epidemic

USD 497 sues Juul for damages of vaping epidemic

Jack Bellemere, Reporter February 24, 2020

“I don't think [the administration] outwardly cares about their students,” one anonymous student said when describing their frustration with USD 497’s anti-vaping initiatives. “I think they just...

News Brief: District advises families after potential local Coronavirus case reported

Sabrina Castle, Editor-in-Chief January 29, 2020

On Tuesday, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment announced a potential case of the Coronavirus at Lawrence Memorial Hospital. After recently visiting Wuhan, China the patient showed respiratory...

Photo Gallery: Girls Basketball

Photo Gallery: Girls Basketball

Isabel Janssen, Photographer January 27, 2020
January 7, 2020
Boys Basketball Season Preview

Boys Basketball Season Preview

Nate Ankenbauer, Sports Reporter December 21, 2019

Coach Sam Stroh and the varsity boys basketball team have tipped off their season in the Hays City Shootout, placing third out of eight teams.  They started their season off with a 59 to 35 win over...

Hy-Vee closing affects student employees

Hy-Vee closing affects student employees

Vivian Moriarty, Reporter December 16, 2019

With students constantly searching for a means to make money, many joined the Hy-Vee staff for its convenient location and supportive team. In light of its closing, former employees are now stressing about...

News Brief: Board meeting on delayed start time

News Brief: Board meeting on delayed start time

Isis Norris, Editor December 11, 2019

At the December 9 board meeting, administration voted on an additional option for students to start their school day at 9:00 a.m. in the 2020-21 school year.  This new option is in addition to...

Photo Gallery: A Chorus Line

Photo Gallery: A Chorus Line

Maya Pavlyak and Emma Hardesty, Photo Editor and Photographer December 2, 2019

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