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

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

Free Press Online
All content by Emma Pravecek
It's hard to sift through every daily breaking story for what really matters.

[Photo] Fight the Cycle

Jackson Barton, Online Editor in Chief
April 24, 2018
Photo Gallery: Encore

Photo Gallery: Encore

Emma Pravecek, Madison Goeser, and Nick Burket
April 4, 2018
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Photo Gallery: Boys basketball versus Wichita South in Koch Arena

Photo Gallery: Boys basketball versus Wichita South in Koch Arena

Emma Pravecek, Photographer
March 9, 2018
With players and coaches gathered around, boys basketball coach Sam Stroh discusses strategies for the fourth quarter. Simon McCaffrey hit two free throws at the end of the game to help ensure Free State finished with a win.

[Photo] Firebirds outlast Wichita South 42-39 in first round of State tournament

Jax Egan and Will Davis
March 9, 2018
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"When I was at KU, I felt at home with the team and I felt the most comfortable," senior Claire Campbell said.

[Photo] Trust the Process

Ahmed Jakmouj and Will Davis
February 27, 2018
Photo Gallery: Home basketball versus Olathe West

Photo Gallery: Home basketball versus Olathe West

Emma Pravecek, Photographer
February 16, 2018
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[Photo] Game of the Week: Firebirds play for Grit in 92-58 win over Olathe West

Hayden Robinson, Sports Reporter
February 16, 2018
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Photo Gallery: Home wrestling meet

Photo Gallery: Home wrestling meet

Emma Pravecek, Photographer
January 23, 2018
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Photo gallery: Football semi-finals

Photo gallery: Football semi-finals

Emma Pravecek, Photographer
November 13, 2017
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[Photo] Firebirds suffer crushing loss in State semi-finals

Ahmed Jakmouj, Reporter
November 13, 2017
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Senior Cameryn Thomas enjoys her last Homecoming dance. Thomas was crowned Homecoming Queen the night before.

[Photo] Ready, Set, GLOW!

Jori Rudisell, Reporter
October 3, 2017
Evan and Will wrestle their computers while preparing for this week's picks. Will is currently down 37 points in the Firebird league.

[Photo] Firebird Fantasy: Week 3

September 24, 2017
Evan and Will wrestle their computers while preparing for this week's picks. Will is currently down 37 points in the Firebird league.

[Photo] Firebird Fantasy: Week 3

Evan Cornell and Will Cook
September 24, 2017
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Coach Kelly Barah speaks with the team before the game begins. The Firebirds won 5-4 in overtime.

[Photo] Boys varsity soccer dedicates overtime win to Keith Loneker

Jackson Barton, Editor in Chief
September 12, 2017
Junior Jax Dineen tries to avoid his opponent. Dineen scored multiple touchdowns.

[Photo] Firebirds win first home game 49-0

Jax Egan, Sports Reporter
September 10, 2017
Minutes before kickoff, the student section shows excitement. Their cheer never faltered in the 49-0 win against Shawnee Mission South.

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