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Trader Joe’s is one of many stores limiting egg sales for their customers during the shortage. Photo used with permission from Erika Lipkin.
As bird flu cases increase, egg prices soar
Popular sportsbooks let users bet on popular sports, including football, soccer, hockey and basketball.
Sports betting: An addiction epidemic
In a new executive order, the Trump Administration plans to reinstate capital punishment. Photo used with permission from Claire Anderson via Unsplash.
Is the death penalty back, or did it never leave?
An Inspector General leads independent investigations, audits or inspections when waste, fraud and/or abuse are suspected in agencies they serve.
Inspecting the Inspectors General: A history of the position
With the cost of production of a penny being 3 times its value, the future of the coin remains uncertain.
A potential pause in penny production
In a new executive order, the Trump Administration plans to reinstate capital punishment. Photo used with permission from Claire Anderson via Unsplash.
Is the death penalty back, or did it never leave?
An Inspector General leads independent investigations, audits or inspections when waste, fraud and/or abuse are suspected in agencies they serve.
Inspecting the Inspectors General: A history of the position
The United States' role in the world is changing during the current Trump Administration. (Photo used with permission from Leo McDunn, Alan Shr, Emily Gouthro and Jesse Shalev)
President Trump outlines new foreign policy plans
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion has been a social divide among Americans after Trump rolled out his series of executive orders banning DEI. Various companies have either shown their support for or against the orders.
Is America done with DEI?
Green Hope displays the message that, “all are welcome” with a mural in one of the stairwells.
Immigration policy changes in Wake County
Artificial intelligence is now being used to score common app essays.
AI is on the rise in college admission review processes
Green Hope displays the message that, “all are welcome” with a mural in one of the stairwells.
Immigration policy changes in Wake County
PowerSchool is used by many schools to store academic data. A recent data breach may have put its future in jeopardy.
PowerSchool data breach affects millions at a crucial moment
A sign that announces the temporary closing of West Regional Library's building, one of many ways that library staff are informing visitors of the incoming renovations.
West Regional Library closes for renovations through fall 2025
Photo used with permission from roya ann miller via Unsplash.
Green Hope’s ongoing push towards feminism
Light scattering on particles in the air from the fires gives the sky a scarlet orange appearance. Photo used with permission from Ashritha Nayini.
‘These places are what we considered home’: Palisades wildfires burn across Los Angeles
Carrboro sues Duke Energy for their fossil fuel contributions.
Town of Carrboro sues Duke Energy for climate change impacts
AI has an unexpected impact on natural resources: water usage. Often used to cool the data centers at the core of its generative capabilities, programs like ChatGPT pose challenges to regions with already-limited water resources.
Generative AI’s has a hidden footprint – and it isn’t what you think
Avian influenza can be a highly pathogenic virus that spreads among birds and rarely to humans with a mortality rate of over 50 percent in both humans and birds. Photo used with permission from Will. H McMahan via Unsplash.
Rare outbreak of bird flu occurs in North America
Opportunity crops are not often seen in American grocery aisles, yet have potential to enhance the country’s response to challenges of climate change and increasing food demands.
All about the crops helping alleviate food crises around the world
Covering the stories that matter
Covering the stories that matter
The new semester is the perfect time to improve your study, work and time management habits to ensure that you have a successful semester.
Felicity Falcon: Set yourself up for a successful semester
Green Hope winters are crisp and cool, perfect for cozy fashionable and practical winter outfits.
Winter weather: Guide to layering cozy clothes
Green Hope High School students are encouraged to create positive change in their community as the year comes to an end.
Student initiatives embrace the giving season
Students from all over the world come to Green Hope for the stellar academics and immersive culture.
Finding home: Green Hope Transfer students share their stories
Josselyn DeSantis ('28) hits a serve at a home match, taking place at Cary Tennis Park. Photo used with permission from Josselyn DeSantis.
Humans of Green Hope: Josselyn DeSantis
Bianca Salve sits at the head of the table, leading a Model UN conference in discussion. Photo used with permission from Bianca Salve.
Humans of Green Hope: Bianca Salve
From managing attendance to working alongside the school nurse, Ms. Kimbark works hard behind the scenes to ensure Green Hope is running smoothly.
Humans of Green Hope: Ms. Elizabeth Kimbark
Sonya Hilbert '25 leading the Fashion & Design meetings. Photo used with permission from Sonya Hilbert.
Humans of Green Hope: Sonya Hilbert
Mrs. Chelsea Filipowski starts her day with teaching limits to her AP Calculus AB students.
Humans of Green Hope: Mrs. Chelsea Filipowski
Nic Anderson (‘25) seen in the fall ‘23 advanced theater production of “The Terrible Infants.” The upcoming spring musical “9 to 5” will be her eleventh production with the Green Hope Theatre Company. Photo used with permission from Nic Anderson.
Talents of Theater: Nic Anderson
Ria Rohilla (‘24) is seen constructing the set for Green Hope Theatre Company’s fall 2023 play, “Almost Maine.” Photo used with permission from Ria Rohilla.
Talents of Theater: Ria Rohilla
Eva Alperovich (‘24) poses for a photo shoot after her performance of “The Marriage” at her old theater camp in Massachusetts. Photo used with permission from Eva Alperovich.
Talents of Theater: Eva Alperovich
Dianhao Li ('25), portraying "Lendall" in Green Hope's production, “Almost Maine,” acts out a breakup with fellow member of the drama club. Photo used with permission from Dianhao Li.
Talents of Theater: Dianhao Li
Henry Rowen (‘24) assumes the lead role of Franklin Hart Jr., in the spring musical, 9 to 5. Photo used with permission from Mr. Allen Botwick.
Talents of Theater: Henry Rowen
Michael Joof ('25) drives to the basket for a layup. Joof has started every conference game the Falcons have played.
Gallery: Men’s basketball battles Apex Friendship and Green Level
The Philadelphia Eagles soared over the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX with a 44-20 win. Photo used with permission from Evan Brockett via Unsplash
Eagles win Super Bowl LIX
The women’s team poses with their medals and trophy after being named second in the State.
Women’s swim team dominates at regionals and state championship
The Chiefs will battle the Eagles in the Super Bowl on Sunday. Photo used with permission from Nathaniel Denton
Chiefs Dynasty Retrospective
The Four Nations Face Off begins next week with Sweden and Canada kicking off the tournament at the Bell Centre in Montreal.
Four Nations Face-Off preview
Find your Falcontine!
Find your Falcontine!
Super Bowl LIX set new viewership records, topping at 127.7 million viewers.
Commercial review: Super Bowl Sunday
Ms. Jensen, accompanied by her students and members of PEPI, poses for a picture celebrating the Wake County Employee Excellence Award. Photo used with permission from Ms. Danielle Jensen.
Exemplifying excellence: Ms. Danielle Jensen recognized by Wake County
Flowers are a common tradition on Valentine’s Day, and are a great way to show love to a partner. Photo used with permission from Ed Robertson on Unsplash.
Marriage and murder: The unusual history of Valentine’s Day
Eight months after their debut, INSAAN continues to chase their dream of pursuing music – all while keeping up with their studies. Photo used with permission from Cait Belingon.
Inside with INSAAN: Green Hope’s band continues their journey
Living in the medieval times was not easy; no matter what, it always seemed like the Grim Reaper was lurking around the corner for inhabitants of the period.
The Medieval Times were the worst
Mr. Beast's YouTube channel currently has 342 million subscribers.
Mr. Beast: Is the channel a philanthropic effort or predatory scheme?
One of America’s most influential families, The Kennedy’s, is known for their power over the political scene during the 1960s.
The Kennedys: Coincidence or a familial curse?
Every year, Rolling Stones Magazine releases a list of the top albums of the year. However, do these records deserve a spot on the list?
Did Rolling Stone nail 2024’s best albums?
This holiday season, there are many must-see movies that help bring friends and family together for the festive season! Photo used with permission from Jakob Owens via Unsplash.
Underrated Christmas movies to enjoy this season
“The Brutalist,” released in December of 2024, featured a 15-minute intermission in the middle of its three-and-a-half hour runtime. It is not common for films to feature an intermission in their entire theatrical run, with the 1982 film “Gandhi” as the last Hollywood movie to do so until “The Brutalist.”
Is AI shaping the future of Hollywood?
Over the last few years, aesthetics have become catalogs of items to buy rather than sources of style inspiration.
Aesthetics: The latest commodity
What was once a holiday celebrating devotion and love, Valentine's Day has become a day that seemingly commemorates and promotes consumption
The commercialization of cupid
For some teens, it can seem like getting likes and comments is all there is to care about, consuming life and isolating them from social experiences.
Social media is causing depression and anxiety
Due to short trend cycles and worsening fabric quality, people are buying– and throwing away– more clothes than ever before.
From trending to trash: Overconsumption in the fashion industry
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Michael Joof ('25) drives to the basket for a layup. Joof has started every conference game the Falcons have played.
Gallery: Men’s basketball battles Apex Friendship and Green Level
Abigail Brown ('25) rejects a shot from a Middle Creek guard. She is averaging 1.4 blocks per game.
Gallery: Womens basketball against Middle Creek
Kody Frey ('25) finishes at the basket. He is currently second in the conference with 18.3 points per game.
Gallery: Mens basketball against Middle Creek
Knox Frey ('28) dunks the basketball on a fast break. He is averaging 14.4 points per game
Gallery: Mens basketball against Panther Creek
Cover created by Isabel Westerlund.
Falcons on Film: 2025 Oscar Predictions
Cover created by Isabel Westerlund.
Falcons on Film: 2025 Oscar Predictions
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The Green Hope Greatness Podcast: Winter sports midseason recap
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Art in action: Colorguard
Art in action: Colorguard
AP Environmental Science program nurtures future stewards
AP Environmental Science program nurtures future stewards
Igniting innovation: Economics fair 2024
Igniting innovation: Economics fair 2024
Among the halls: State Fair edition
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Michael Joof ('25) drives to the basket for a layup. Joof has started every conference game the Falcons have played.
Gallery: Men’s basketball battles Apex Friendship and Green Level
Abigail Brown ('25) rejects a shot from a Middle Creek guard. She is averaging 1.4 blocks per game.
Gallery: Womens basketball against Middle Creek
Kody Frey ('25) finishes at the basket. He is currently second in the conference with 18.3 points per game.
Gallery: Mens basketball against Middle Creek
Knox Frey ('28) dunks the basketball on a fast break. He is averaging 14.4 points per game
Gallery: Mens basketball against Panther Creek
The Cary Christmas Parade took place on Dec. 14, 2024, in the afternoon. Attendees gathered on Chatham Street to see the festivities in store.
Gallery: Cary Christmas Parade
2024: November monthly playlist
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Photo used with permission from Monique Carrati via Unsplash.
What Valentine’s Day chocolate are you?
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Photo used with permission from Ricardo Gomez Angel via Unsplash.
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Light scattering on particles in the air from the fires gives the sky a scarlet orange appearance. Photo used with permission from Ashritha Nayini.
‘These places are what we considered home’: Palisades wildfires burn across Los Angeles
Hollywood has a habit of casting lighter skinned people in the roles of darker skinned characters, the most recent example being that of Aaron Pierre as John Stewart in the DC Studios and HBO series, “Lanterns.”
Colorism + Hollywood = Nothing new
Hurricane Helene swept across Western North Carolina, devastating towns like Canton and disrupting sports teams' seasons. Photo courtesy of Nora McDunn.
Storming back: How a small town football team defied all odds
A city underwater: feet of floodwater drown the historic Biltmore Village in Asheville. Photo courtesy of Ms. Kaylee Jacobs.
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Trader Joe’s is one of many stores limiting egg sales for their customers during the shortage. Photo used with permission from Erika Lipkin.
As bird flu cases increase, egg prices soar
Jenna Lipkin, Staff Writer • February 14, 2025
Ms. Jensen, accompanied by her students and members of PEPI, poses for a picture celebrating the Wake County Employee Excellence Award. Photo used with permission from Ms. Danielle Jensen.
Exemplifying excellence: Ms. Danielle Jensen recognized by Wake County
Evan Fekete, Staff Writer • February 13, 2025
In a new executive order, the Trump Administration plans to reinstate capital punishment. Photo used with permission from Claire Anderson via Unsplash.
Is the death penalty back, or did it never leave?
Ava Kruczko, Staff Writer • February 13, 2025
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Ms. Jensen, accompanied by her students and members of PEPI, poses for a picture celebrating the Wake County Employee Excellence Award. Photo used with permission from Ms. Danielle Jensen.
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Michael Joof ('25) drives to the basket for a layup. Joof has started every conference game the Falcons have played.
Gallery: Men’s basketball battles Apex Friendship and Green Level
Liam Rothwell, Sports Photographer • February 13, 2025
The Philadelphia Eagles soared over the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX with a 44-20 win. Photo used with permission from Evan Brockett via Unsplash
Eagles win Super Bowl LIX
Daniel Izquierdo, Staff Writer • February 12, 2025
The women’s team poses with their medals and trophy after being named second in the State.
Women’s swim team dominates at regionals and state championship
Sophie Meekins, Staff Writer • February 12, 2025
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Photo used with permission from Monique Carrati via Unsplash.
What Valentine’s Day chocolate are you?
Mason Cline, Staff Writer • February 12, 2025
Quiz: Which Crumbl cookie are you?
Quiz: Which Crumbl cookie are you?
Rhea Kakde, Staff Writer • February 11, 2025
Photo used with permission from Ricardo Gomez Angel via Unsplash.
Which Gilmore Girls character are you?
Isabella Phillips, Staff Writer • February 6, 2025
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“The Brutalist,” released in December of 2024, featured a 15-minute intermission in the middle of its three-and-a-half hour runtime. It is not common for films to feature an intermission in their entire theatrical run, with the 1982 film “Gandhi” as the last Hollywood movie to do so until “The Brutalist.”
Is AI shaping the future of Hollywood?
Max Spiegel and Jesse Shalev • February 15, 2025
Over the last few years, aesthetics have become catalogs of items to buy rather than sources of style inspiration.
Aesthetics: The latest commodity
Isabella Phillips, Staff Writer • February 8, 2025
What was once a holiday celebrating devotion and love, Valentine's Day has become a day that seemingly commemorates and promotes consumption
The commercialization of cupid
Ava Kruczko, Staff Writer • February 8, 2025