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SWAT runs through smoke to detain Sean Mulroney.

Police Stand-off in Marshall Neighborhood Leaves Neighbors Looking for Answers

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FCPS1 December calendar, showing a shorter winter break for 2024-2025.

The Impact of a Shorter Winter Break

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Senior Zuura Akimzhanova sits at a desk exhausted from school work.

The Real Cause Behind Student Burnout

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Thirsty Thursday Shut Down

Thirsty Thursday Shut Down

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The Warrenton Chipotle that hired several FHS Students to serve their customers daily.

FHS Students Balance School and Jobs

Principal Dr. Ferguson outside Fauquier High School as snow prompts schedule questions.
Snow Days: Will School Be Extended?
Hannah Raad, Features Editor

After a week off of school from Jan. 6 through Jan. 10, extending winter break to three weeks, Fauquier County Public School (FCPS) students...

News
DECA goes to states
Clara Compton, Editor-in-Chief
Thirsty Thursday Shut Down
Thirsty Thursday Shut Down
Maggie Arnold, Editor-in-Chief
The "Securly" layout for electronic passes that will be used next semester.
Electronic Passes Coming to FHS
Audrey Gwennap, Staff
Features
The 2024 graduation that included some early graduates amidst the other graduates.
FHS Early Graduation Procedure
Jane Khyzhniak, Managing Editor

As the end of Dec. creeps by, the beginning of winter break worms ever closer....

Nursing aid students stand proudly in White Springs Senior Living Facility, serving with care and pride.
Nursing Aide Program: Hands-on Training
Hannah Raad, Features Editor
A progression of one of the three murals that are being painted around the school's main building.
NAHS Paints New Murals Around FHS
Jaden Cook, Staff
A poster for Together We Serve's first meeting.
New FHS Club, “Together We Serve,” is Here
Gavin Fried, Staff
Lifestyles
The Warrenton Chipotle that hired several FHS Students to serve their customers daily.
FHS Students Balance School and Jobs
Alex Garcia, Staff
Senior Zuura Akimzhanova sits at a desk exhausted from school work.
The Real Cause Behind Student Burnout
Maddie Shreve, Staff
Junior, Bella Kurelich, showing off her animal print sneakers, along with a cardigan for the winter.
Upcoming Winter Fashion Trends for 2024-2025
Clara Compton, Editor-in-Chief
Entertainment
"Wicked" is a once-in-a-lifetime craze in the world of movies.
“Wicked,” the New Cinematic Classic
Jane Khyzhniak, Managing Editor
A roundup of the best Hollywood gossip with Kim Kardashian (upper left corner), Ariana Grande (upper right corner), Adriana Lima (lower left corner) and Jojo Siwa ( lower right corner).
A Glimpse Into the Celebrity World
Hannah Raad, Features Editor
"Monsters" unfolds the secrets of the Menendez family, showing that the picture of their perfect family is far from the truth.
Are They Really the Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story
Katie Buzzi, Staff
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Viewpoints
An FHS student’s personal computer, used for academic purposes.
Personal Computers Should Have a Place at FHS
Charles Hargrove, Viewpoints Editor

As FCPS has continued to crack down on cellphone usage, personal computers have begun to take their place. Many activities such as social media,...

Christmas Decorating ASAP
Katie Buzzi, Staff

Halloween is over, and it is time to jump right into the Christmas season. Yes, Thanksgiving is important, but what’s the harm of having a...

Sports
Fauquier girl's basketball team sits together for a game.
Basketball Fanbases: Are They Equal?
Alec Crandall, Staff
Nina Woodside: Student Spotlight
Nina Woodside: Student Spotlight
Dawson Stidham, Staff
Seneca Scott (center) strives to keep moving forward during a meet.
Seneca Scott, Junior
Lily Do, Staff
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In Case You Missed It
Holiday Tradition Shout Out
Leele Joala, Staff
FCPS1 December calendar, showing a shorter winter break for 2024-2025.
The Impact of a Shorter Winter Break
Naomi Weber, Staff
These Melted Snowman Christmas Sugar Cookies freshly decorated and ready to enjoy.
Holiday Recipe: Melted Snowman Cookies
Alex Garcia, Staff
FHS sophomore, Kristian Murphy, decorates his Christmas tree and shows his holiday spirit.
Unique Holiday Traditions Around the World
Gavin Fried, Staff
The cover from the initial release of "Merry Christmas" by Mariah Carey, that was later announced for a rerelease in honor of its 30th anniversary.
New Christmas Music Releases
Maddie Shreve, Staff
A child sledding during snowy Jan 2024.
2024-2025 Winter Outlook
Viorica Dudash, Staff
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