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This photo shows a spotlight on the football field, by Alexander Mils, Unsplash.

The story behind Kyren Lacy and Derrick Harmon is revealed

Adrianna Smedley May 16, 2025

On April 12, 2025, Louisiana football star Kyren Lacy tragically passed away. The death was ruled a suicide, after police were brought out due to a “weapons disturbance call” from Lacy, who fired a...

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Star Lakers player Lebron James considers retirement. (DepositPhotos, editorial use permitted)

Students discuss LeBron James’ possible retirement

Zac Crawford May 14, 2025

At the final buzzer in game number five against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Los Angeles Lakers fell short 103-96 to end their season in the first round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs. This brings up the...

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Peyton Klosterman (left) and picture, from Ady Klosterman, of Aiden Duncan (right), both playing football before their injuries.

Injuries affect athletes’ mental health

Natalie Hinegardner, Staff May 7, 2025

Many student athletes have experienced injuries, whether minor or major. About 3.5 million athletes experience injuries each year (Sport Injury Statistics). Major injuries that take players out of playing...

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2024-2025 NCAA March Madness bracket shows Florida as the National Champions, picture of student's bracket.

March Madness comes to an end

Ava Muzumdar, Copy Editor April 9, 2025

The ball flies over the backboard. That’s it. The Houston Cougars take down the Duke Blue Devils.  Duke was up by seven points with two minutes remaining in the game; however, this is when the game...

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Ava Gwisdalla (10) begins her leg of the sprinters relay.

Varsity track sprints into the season

Sophie Taylor and Kara Laber April 8, 2025

On Saturday, March 22 the first varsity track meet took place at 10 AM, kicking the season off on a positive note. The track meet was a relay meet, meaning every running event was a relay. This is unlike...

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Highlands student completes March Madness bracket for the 2025 tournament.

Madness begins in march

Ava Muzumdar and Cydni Martin March 24, 2025

March Madness has returned for its 89th season. Every year the tournament consists of 68 teams battling to be the national champion.  Selection Sunday is when the bracket for the annual competition...

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Katie Bucher (11) attempts to block Emme Orme (12) in the LEGACY junior senior basketball game.

Seniors and juniors take on the court in Legacy basketball game

Ady Klosterman and Luke Deegan March 21, 2025

On Thursday, March 20, the Junior and Senior classes faced off in the semi-final match of the LEGACY basketball tournament. The game was announced by Eli Hills (11) and officiated by Principal John Darnell...

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Ty Berry gives directions to her teammates as she runs down the court.

Girls varsity basketball takes a loss to Notre Dame

Eva Smith March 7, 2025

On March 5, 2025, the Highlands Girls' Basketball team fell to Notre Dame Academy with a final score of 52-43. The game was tight until the 3rd quarter, with the score going in between tied and one or...

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Kayson White (9) winning his match.

Wrestlers journey to state

Xander Bailey March 6, 2025

On February 27 to March 1, the Highlands High School boys and girls wrestling team went to the KHSAA Championships to compete for the state title. The only girl that went to state was Emma Hood (10) while...

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The Birds will start their season on March 19 against the Dayton Green devils.

Bluebird baseball takes the field

Ethan Lang March 6, 2025

As the cold of winter turns into the warmth of spring, the Bluebirds baseball team is preparing for another competitive season.  With all the returning varsity players, Highlands is focusing on challenging...

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