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TODAY Show camera man checks the time about to film for the TODAY Show
Friday Morning Lights Nov. 8
Daniel Benitez, Photographer • November 14, 2024

Friends turned foes
Friends turned foes
Ethan Smith, Contributor • October 10, 2024

After all of this plotting, the plan is finally in action, you’re shaking as the adrenaline builds and your target comes around the corner. Phone in hand you jump out and spray them and send the video as proof on Twitter. All of this results in you...

TODAY Show camera man checks the time about to film for the TODAY Show
Friday Morning Lights Nov. 8
Daniel Benitez, Photographer • November 14, 2024

A Turn of Events
A Turn of Events
Ethan Smith, Contributor • October 30, 2024

The Cross Country boys team received, what was first thought to be a devastating loss, at their annual conference meet. At the awards it was...

Football Players line up for the National Anthem
Platte County Pirates vs Truman Patriots Homecoming Game Oct. 11. 24
Daniel Benitez October 24, 2024

Foreigners and their stories
Foreigners and their stories
Kaightlynn Simmermon-Scholdberg, Writer • October 11, 2024

As you walk the halls of high school you pass by many people, all who have their very own story in life. Their own cultures, dreams and lives....

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Students rehearse Mamma Mia in costume during tech week on Nov. 6.
Mamma Mia is brought to life through costumes, hair and makeup designed by students.
Kaylin Hudson November 13, 2024

So much happens behind the scenes to put together a high school musical production. The theatre department opens Mamma Mia tonight after...

Hiss or Treat!
Hiss or Treat!
Kallie Hagg October 21, 2024

Halloween is one of the most festive seasons besides Christmas, where everyone dresses up and goes trick or treating or stays home and watches...

The Weeknd's Final Album
The Weeknd’s Final Album
Kiara Smith, Writer • October 10, 2024

From “After Hours” to "Dawn”, the announcement of The Weeknds' final album has left fans patiently waiting for the release and theorizing...

How about a day off
How about a day off
Aiden Kent October 21, 2024

After the removal of PLC days last year, students were not given any more two-hour releases on Wednesday, but with these days being removed students...

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