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Project Grad holds design contest

Melanie Mnirajd, Design Editor March 4, 2019

Project Grad is holding a t-shirt design contest for the Class of 2019 t-shirts. These shirts will be given out at Senior Breakfast to each of the seniors at no cost, courtesy of the Project Grad Committee....

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Sophomore Christien Johnson searches for a video to watch during his class. During downtime in his photojournalism class Johnson enjoys watching various videos including sports, humorous videos and streaming services.

A modern obsession

Teens find vice, distraction in technology
Taylor McEachron, Kaleb Brown, and Charles Connor February 28, 2019

Technology has advanced within many years. Teens today have access to various types of phones, apps and consoles. Social media, streaming and video games have taken over many teens lives. All three have...

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The Chiefs have a Bright Future

Blake Beashore, Editor-in-Chief February 22, 2019

A MVP quarterback, historically great offense and the first home playoff win since 1993. In Patrick Mahomes’s first year as the starting quarterback, he showed Kansas City how bright the future can...

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NFL Overtime Rules Need Revised

NFL Overtime Rules Need Revised

Blake Beashore, Editor-in-Chief February 22, 2019

A MVP quarterback, historically great offense and the first home playoff win since 1993. In Patrick Mahomes’s first year as the starting quarterback, he showed Kansas City how bright the future can be....

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BACK ROW (left to right) Charlie Connor, Braijion Barnes, Tyrone Bates, Esrom Griffin, Kimball Backus. FRONT ROW (left to right) Grace Hawley, Jada Simmons, LaKya Leslie, Charity Monroe, Josie Barbosa

Courtwarming updates

Taylor McEachron, Co-Web Editor February 5, 2019

Congratulations to the following for being nominated by their senior class as Courtwarming candidates: Josie Barbosa Grace Hawley LaKya Leslie Charity Monroe Jada Simmons   Kimball...

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Sophomore Tamar Bates encouraging his team early in the game against Basehor-Linwood.

Boys, Girls basketball compete in Bobcat Invitational

Trey Trumbo, Staff Writer January 18, 2019

The boys and girl basketball teams are participating in the Bobcat Invitational Tournament this week. “I’m excited for it. I want to win.” said senior small forward Braijion Barnes. The boys...

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Juniors Courtney Johnson, Emma Vogel and Sydney Rhodes rush towards the trophy as the Pirates are announced as the 2018 Cheer State Champions Nov. 17.

Cheer snags first at State Competition

Hannah Pappert, Photo Editor December 4, 2018

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Democrats flip the majority of votes in the U.S. House

Democrats flip the majority of votes in the U.S. House

Megan Neal, Print Editor November 21, 2018

The midterms of 2018 was filled with unexpected results and changes that have never been seen before. This year, the Democratic party flipped the majority of votes in the United States House after the...

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Sharice Davids was one of many minority candidates who unseated incumbents.

Midterms reflect changing demographics, ideals of Americans

Lauren Textor, Editor-In-Chief November 21, 2018

The 2018 midterms showed that politics are continuing to be polarized, with candidates on all sides going further left or right in order to distinguish themselves from the opposition. Democrats took a...

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According to Pew Research Center, voter enthusiasm rose during the 2018 midterms, especially for Democrats. This may be part of the reason for the blue wave that swept so many states and flipped the House.

Midterms elect Laura Kelly to Governor

Lauren Textor, Scout Molder, and Megan Neal November 21, 2018

In the months leading up to this year’s midterm elections, many democrats spoke hopefully of a “blue wave” of democratic candidates washing over the country. In Kansas, which is traditionally a strong...

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Junior opinion on courtyard

Junior opinion on courtyard

Morgan Haworth, Print Editor October 2, 2018

The courtyard has recently been opened for the juniors and the seniors to eat outside. In past years it was only for the seniors, but then it was barely being used. I think that's why administration opened...

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Returning seniors lead varsity soccer

Returning seniors lead varsity soccer

Charles Connor, Sports Editor September 27, 2018

For the last few years, Piper’s soccer program has been on the rise. Multiple winning seasons have prompted an entirely new level of expectations for the Pirates this season. This year’s varsity team...

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