Audrina Trauth – The Hilltopper

Audrina Trauth, Photo Assistant

Audrina Trauth is a junior this year at Highlands High School, and it is her third year in the publication program. She is one of the four photo assistants shooting football, volleyball, cheer, dance, and many other games and events. She is interested in going to college for either criminal justice, criminology, or forensic science. She would like to pursue photography as a side job to earn extra money in college. She is looking to join the track team this year and make new friends in the program.

Content by Audrina Trauth

FTIS announce closure on May 19 for Primary Election Day after community concern

Audrina Trauth, Photo Assistant
March 27, 2026

In a change of course, May 19, primary election day, will now be a day off for FTIS students. On Saturday, March 21, The Ft. Thomas Community Forum Facebook group posted an alert stating that May...

Birds beat Campbell County 83-79 at Carespring Classic

Andrea Suarez Espinosa and Audrina Trauth
February 4, 2026

Highlands’ varsity boys played Campbell County on Sunday, Feb. 1, at Truist Arena on the campus of Northern Kentucky University. The game went into overtime after being tied at the end of regulation,...

Ladybirds battle at Truist Arena 38-31

Audrina Trauth and Andrea Suarez Espinosa
February 3, 2026

On Sunday, Feb. 1, the Highlands High School girls’ basketball team took on Campbell County High School at Northern Kentucky University for the first game of the boys and girls double header. The...

Student led committee hosts DanceBlue mini-marathon

Ady Klosterman and Audrina Trauth
January 20, 2026

Highlands High School (HHS) is proud to once again participate in DanceBlue, a student-led organization dedicated to raising money for the Golden Matrix Fund. This year’s DanceBlue Mini-Marathon will...

Junior varsity boys basketball faces Moeller High School on 12/08

Audrina Trauth, Ellie Thornton, and Vera Knight
December 11, 2025

Bluebirds sign into a new future

Audrina Trauth and Andrea Suarez Espinosa
December 5, 2025

On Dec. 3, Highlands High School held their college signing ceremony for the senior class on scholarship. Highlands is proud to have 10 people signing to move on for their future careers and to continue...

Liam Downie levels up at the collegiate level

Audrina Trauth, Photo Assistant
October 21, 2025

Highlands High School has seen many talented kids over the years in the journalism and publications classes. In 2021, while a new class started their high school journey, the publications program gained...

Highlands breaks through with a 28-24 win over Ryle

Audrina Trauth, Andrea Suarez Espinosa, and Zac Crawford
September 23, 2025

Highlands had a 28-24 home field win over the Ryle Raiders last Friday, Sept. 19. Offensively, Highlands racked up 150 rushing yards while allowing 175, with 76 passing yards, and allowed the Raiders...

[Photo] Highlands Bluebirds start the season fresh and new in Blue and White Scrimmage

Xander Bailey, Staff
August 20, 2025

Max Merz (12) blocks defense of line from quarterback. "All I think about is getting my guy to help out my QB1, I'll always get my guy of the opposing team." Merz said.

Highlands High School celebrates athletic legacy during the Hall of Fame night

Audrina Trauth, Photo Assistant
August 19, 2025

On August 15th Highlands High School announced the new people for the Hall of Fame who showed either leadership and or sportsmanship in their graduating class. They valued their achievements of varsity...

Fall sports seniors recognized at annual Blue and White Scrimmage

Audrina Trauth, Photo Assistant
August 19, 2025

On August 15, Highlands High School held an honors night for the senior class of 20206, along with their parents. The sports walking were football, cheer, band, golf, color guard, and cross country. This...

The Peppermint Pig’s story entrances shoppers with heartfelt feelings

Audrina Trauth, Photo Assistant
May 16, 2025

Looking to find new clothes but on a budget? Many people love to go thrifting for cheap clothes that need a new home. Places like Plato’s Closet, Snooty Fox, Once Upon A Child, and Goodwill provide these. But...

Ohio River flood displaces community members

Audrina Trauth, Photo Assistant
April 14, 2025

Spring is coming, which means more rain is brought to the north, followed by tornado watches and flood warnings across Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, etc. Usually, when it gets rain here, people expect nothing...

The importance of time management for personal growth

Audrina Trauth, Photo Assistant
March 12, 2025

Since ACT, end-of-quarter tests, presentations, and starting to study for AP exams are coming up, which is one of the most stressful times of the school year, it is important to manage time between studying,...

How to improve your sleep quality

Audrina Trauth, Photo Assistant
February 24, 2025

Ever stay up late on a school night or even on a weekend eating food, playing games with friends, or watching a show? Even staying up late and waking up whenever in the morning is unhealthy and very harmful. Too...

Mac Miller releases new album

Audrina Trauth, Photo Assistant
January 23, 2025

Caught scrolling through Spotify trying to find something new to listen to? Love all music genres, especially Hip-Hop/Rap and can’t find music that fits the specific music taste? Well, there might be...

Cooper defeats the Birds in state semifinals

Audrina Trauth, Photo Assistant
December 5, 2024

On Friday, November 29, The Highlands High School’s football team took on Cooper for the state semi-finals. The winning team would advance to the state championship at the University of Kentucky on Kroger...

[Photo] Highlands Varsity football reaches the state final four

November 26, 2024

Tayden Lorenzen (10) runs the ball in for a bluebird touchdown. Lorenzen said, "Getting this opportunity to help my team and gain points by Rios passes is a blessing in disguise."

[Photo] Highlands varsity football reaches the 3rd round of the playoffs

Zac Crawford, Staff
November 22, 2024

The football team prepares to run out on the field.

Highlands volleyball wins the 36th District Championship

Parker Henegar and Audrina Trauth
October 28, 2024

On Tuesday, Oct. 22 the Highlands High School varsity volleyball team won the 36th District championship against Newport Central Catholic 3-0, making them this year's district champion. This victory brings...

[Photo] The Birds dominate Conner with a 42-14 victory

Ady Klosterman, Photo Editor
October 22, 2024

Tyus McCarter (12) warms up before the big game. McCarter said, "Doing this before every game is important because it gets us ready and warmed up."

[Photo] Highlands dominate Dixie Heights in a 49-0 takedown

Ady Klosterman, Photo Editor
October 9, 2024

Max Merz (11) defends his quarterback.

[Photo] HHS Football Player Max Merz Commits To Louisville

Ava Muzumdar, Copy Editor
September 13, 2024

Max Merz (11) lifts Gabe Williams (10) after a Bluebird touchdown.

[Photo] The Birds take down Covington Catholic in Colonel’s territory

Jenna Richey and Ady Klosterman
September 5, 2024

Max Merz (11) pancakes his opponent. Merz said, "It's just what I do, all day everyday. You can't get passed me."

[Photo] The Birds Take Down Lex Cath 08/23

Ady Klosterman, Photo Editor
August 27, 2024

Tyus McCarter (12) blocks his opponent from the ball.

Highlands Bluebird Kicks Off the Season With the Blue-White Scrimmage

Jenna Richey, Ady Klosterman, Luke Deegan, and Audrina Trauth
August 21, 2024

The Blue-White scrimmage is an annual event that kicks off the football season at Highlands High School. All boys in the football program are split into blue and white teams to compete against each other....

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