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Fauquier High School standing tall in 2025.

Forever Fauquier: A Time Capsule for a Time to Remember

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While initial disapointment followed Sabrina Carpenter's new album, 'Short n' Sweet,' it is set to captivate fans just as much as her summer hit single.

Sabrina Carpenter's 'Short n' Sweet' Albulm Stirs Mixed Reactions Following 'Espresso' and 'Please Please Please' Releases

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Seating inside Talk of the Mountain showing off bar top tables and an open atmosphere.

Talk of the Mountain, Worth the Talk?

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Seniors Ivan Dronsick (Left) and Daniel Esparaza (Right) playing an instructional speech game during their Public Speaking class.

From Stage Fright to Spotlight: Public Speaking Class Builds Confidence

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Chicken 4U brings the crunch with their perfectly fried chicken, delivering bold flavors in every bite.

"Chicken 4 U" is New Local Favorite

First responders working on one of many scenes reporting gas odor.
Multiple Gas Leaks Reported in Warrenton Worries Fauquier County Citizens
Gavin Fried, Staff

On Mar. 5, multiple reports concerning a strong gas odor in and around Warrenton were made. The first reports were made at 11:55 am and grew...

News
Kelican Field prior to renovations for the expected turf field.
New Turf Field Expected
Maggie Arnold, Editor-in-Chief
The National Debate Over TikTok
Rueaa Ebrahim, Journalist
An aerial view of the roundabout depicts the construction plan on Lee Highway and Blackwell Road.
Roundabout Construction Causing Issues for FHS Students
Gavin Fried, Staff
Features
Juniors Maria Camarca and Anthony Caperreli on stage, dressed as Disney's Cinderella and Prince Charming.
All the Fashion and Talent Combined into One Show at FHS
Charlee Talomie, Staff

Many talented students at Fauquier High School (FHS) put on a combined talent...

Seniors Ivan Dronsick (Left) and Daniel Esparaza (Right) playing an instructional speech game during their Public Speaking class.
From Stage Fright to Spotlight: Public Speaking Class Builds Confidence
Hank Hethcote, Staff
Addie Gorg finishes a half marathon in Washington D.C.
Addie Gorg Living Life to the Fullest
Naomi Weber, Staff
Andrew Mossman celebrates his acceptance into the Air Force Academy.
Andrew Mossman Accepted into Air Force Academy
Vivienne Noel, Staff
Lifestyles
Nina Woodside enjoys a nice vacation at the beach.
Enjoyable Ways to Spend Spring Break
Elizabeth Sirene, Staff
Boxes of beloved Girl Scout cookies waiting to be distributed.
Girl Scout Cookies -Safe or Not Safe?
Zuzu Lang, Staff
Chick-fil-A's new spring menu brings excitement and new delicious choices.
Chick-Fil-A New Spring Menu
Addison Heislup, Staff
Entertainment
Adolescence is an eye-opening crime drama series that provides a new perspective on bullying.
“Adolescence”: A Series That Will Leave Viewers Shocked
Caleb Sharp, Staff
Playboi Carti's new album, "MUSIC" lacks creative depth and beats.
Playboi Carti “Music” Album Fails to Impress
Anika Hollinger, Staff
The Weeknd's "Hurry Up Tomorrow" album is blowing up with fans and selling out on tour dates.
The Weeknds New album is a Hit or Miss With Fans
Vivienne Noel, Staff
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Viewpoints
Senior Georgia Grady's computer displays her score of 1480 on the SAT.
The SATs are Pointless
Lily Do, Staff

The Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) is an exam meant to evaluate how smart a student is to help colleges determine who to accept. The test is...

Chromebooks issued to students at FHS for online classwork.
Chromebooks: The Best Option for Students?
Caleb Sharp, Staff

Chromebooks are issued to every student at Fauquier High School (FHS) and have become a staple of digital education. While Chromebooks are a...

Sports
Brooke Farmer pitching the ball hoping to get a strike.
FHS Softball Team Sets a Goal to Make it to States
Lily Do, Staff
Mason Aliff (far left) poses with his fellow club members at Galaxy Strikes Bowling Center.
Bowling Spotlight: Mason Aliff
Kaitlynn Gray, Staff
Brooklyn Bartholomew celebrating a good run.
Brooklyn Bartholomew Has Another Monster Season
Elizabeth Sirene, Staff
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In Case You Missed It
The beautiful prom queen Madyson Martin (on the left) and prom king Jeremy Alexander (on the right) at the 2015 off-campus prom pose with French teacher Nicole Goepper (middle).
A Brief History of FHS Off Campus Prom
Audrey Gwennap, Staff
The representative for Laurel Ridge, Brenda Sheridan, sitting in her sanctuary in the guidance office.
Laurel Ridge Community College Ranked No.1 in Academic Success
Viorica Dudash, Staff
Tate Mcraes new album "So Close to What" is a fresh sound that has strong emotion.
Tate Mcrae’s Album “So Close to What” is a Hit
Addison Heislup, Staff
The top leading shoe brands in FHS (Nike - right, Adidas - left) side to side.
Nike vs Adidas: Who surpasses the other?
Viorica Dudash, Staff
Drake and PartyNextDoor's new album "Some Sexy Songs 4 U" is making big hits.
“Some Sexy Song 4 You” is a Perfect Collaboration of Drake and PartyNextDoor
Anika Hollinger, Staff
Alex Coco accepting his award for "Anora" wining best picture.
The Oscars: Was Every Award Deserved?
Charlee Talomie, Staff
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