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The new iPhone 17 was recently revealed, and showcases many new features. Photo used with permission from James A. Molnar on Unsplash.
An apple users guide to the new generation of products
First-time home buyers used to make up as steady 40% of the housing market, yet today that number is declining. Photo used with permission from Tierra Mallorca via Unsplash.
Why is the number of first-time homebuyers declining?
Protest, revolt and change occurred within Nepal in the past few days, bringing a new era to the country. Photo used with permission from Prashanna Thapa.
Nepal’s Gen-Z revolution
The Department of Transportation rolls back their previous plan to make compensations required for passengers. Photo used with permission from Ankur Khandelwal via Unsplash.
Department of Transportation scraps old flight refund plan
Many long-time video game fans look forward to the release of new Mario and Hades games. (photo used with permission from Kelly Sikkema via Unsplash)
Nintendo Updates: Hades II, Super Mario Galaxy 1 & 2 on the Switch and The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Protest, revolt and change occurred within Nepal in the past few days, bringing a new era to the country. Photo used with permission from Prashanna Thapa.
Nepal’s Gen-Z revolution
Kirk was well-known for his controversial yet peaceful debates, but violence found its way to a core value of America. Photo used with permission from Edwin Andrade on Unsplash.
Popular right-wing influencer Charlie Kirk dead at 31
The United States is home to a diverse set of people. Used with permission from Maarten van den Heuvel via Unsplash.
Immigration and the nation
On account of bad weather, the North Carolina Senate is proposing a new bill to create more flexible calendars for schools.
Late starts, lost days: North Carolina aims for a flexible school schedule
Many universities across North Carolina are experiencing reduced funding. Photo used with permission from Ross Joyner via Unsplash.
Local universities experience funding cuts. What comes next?
Students often turn to AI for difficult problems or topics.
The risk and revolution of AI in classrooms
North Carolina is moving student information systems from Powerschool to Infinite Campus in two phases, with Wake County adopting it this summer.
Goodbye Power school, hello Infinite Campus
On account of bad weather, the North Carolina Senate is proposing a new bill to create more flexible calendars for schools.
Late starts, lost days: North Carolina aims for a flexible school schedule
There is a curious decline in the number of students attending college, with various factors considered to be the cause. Colleges are attempting to combat this mini crisis with targeted programs and personalized advertisements, but the results are yet to be shown.
College attendance is declining. Why?
Many universities across North Carolina are experiencing reduced funding. Photo used with permission from Ross Joyner via Unsplash.
Local universities experience funding cuts. What comes next?
While its red and yellow fruits may look appealing, the oriental bittersweet is a notoriously harmful plant in North Carolina. Photo used with permission from Maria Ermolova via Unsplash.
Pretty but deadly: North Carolina’s invasive plants
Chick-fil-A is one of several fast food brands to incorporate new technology into its operations through a drive-through-only model.
Driving into the future of fast food
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
The student council decorates the commons for Homecoming. Photo used with permission from Selina Sentosa Harjo.
A quick guide to Green Hope’s 2025 Homecoming season
Green Hope’s student section was bright with neon lights at Friday’s game vs Apex Friendship. (photo used with permission from Josh Min)
Friday Night Lights are back, but are students actually going?
"Mr. Ro," the brand new assistant principal at Green Hope, is ready to make change. Photo used with permission from Mr. Rosenburg.
Get the “Ro” down on the new assistant principal
Green Hope Theatre's "Winterbreak/Springbreak" cast poses for a picture after a show
The making of 1984: Green Hope Theatre’s fall play
Green Hope high school kicks off the school year with some new policies and practices for students. Photo used with permission from Daria Glakteeva via Unsplash.
New policies and practices introduced at Green Hope
Psi Alpha co-presidents and vice president spread mental health awareness by raising awareness for mental health at Green Hope High School. Photo used with permission from Alan Shr.
Psi Alpha fundraisers exceed expectations
Green Hope students get to socialize with people interested in similar topics to them at SkillsUSA events.
Success at SkillsUSA
Green Hope's Model UN poses before their annual conference at University of North Carolina Chapel Hill. Photo used with permission from Alex Robinson.
MUN-umental: Green Hope’s Model UN wins at annual conference
The Environmental Club at Green Hope is dedicated to bettering the Earth through acts of sustainability.
Going green: The efforts of Green Hopes environmental club
Green Hope DECA members holding up signs before the awards ceremony. Photo used with permission from Jay Kalidindi.
See the DECA-cation: Green Hope wins big at state competition
Aryan Subhash ('26) applying his skills from the Finance and Economics Club. Photo used with permission from Aryan Subhash.
Humans of Green Hope: Aryan Subhash
Natalie Hancock ('26) expresses herself through dance. Photo used with permission from Natalie Hancock.
Humans of Green Hope: Natalie Hancock
Aubrey Green ('26) poses with the rest of the SkillsUSA team. Photo used with permission from Aubrey Green.
Humans of Green Hope: Aubrey Green
Mr. Benjamin Rush shows AP Environmental Science (APES) students animals on trips to the wetland.
Humans of Green Hope: Mr. Benjamin Rush
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
The Hall of Fame induction ceremony was full of emotion as the stars of Green Hope received an everlasting place among the halls. Photo used with permission from Josh Min.
Best of the best: Green Hope’s 2025 hall of fame inductees
Multiple powerhouses vie for the title of Super Bowl Champions this season. Photo used with permission from Fredrick Lee on Unsplash.
Who are the 2026 Super Bowl contenders?
The Green Hope team stands in unity after a 3-0 win against Leesville road earlier in the season.
What comes next for Green Hope volleyball?
The formerly 13-0 Green Hope Falcons varsity volleyball team fell to their hometown rival: the 13-0 Green Level Gators. Graphic created by Kai Alesio using Canva
Down but not out: Undefeated Green Hope volleyball falls to the gators
From left to right, Vivian Scoffield (‘27), Izzy Jankowsky (‘27), Chloe Burbage (‘28) and Andrea Munoz (‘27) celebrate a point in dramatic fashion. Photo used with permission from Ryan Kinder.
Falcons gone gator hunting: Green Hope vs Green Level volleyball
Ms. Cleveland smiling at a Green Hope sporting event.
Ms. Cleveland’s Senior Year
Jacob Barnett ('27) stares in angst as he prepares to take his SAT.
An Overview of Standardized Tests
The University of North Carolina at Wilmington is one of many universities reporting the indicators used for admission of students on the common data set.
The truth behind college admission decisions
Brain Basket Design is a vendor who makes wire-wrapped jewelry, monsters, and suncatchers. Photo used with permission of Jessie Rankin via Brain Basket Design Instagram.
Downtown Cary’s farmers fall festival
From left to right Ayla Benn (‘28) Sophie Elrihany (‘28) and Bella Sosa (‘28) taking a picture with one of the characters during horror nights. Used with permission from Sophie Elrihany.
Screams return: Phillips Farm horror nights officially opens
Descendants 2 focuses on the feeling of belonging, as everyone, whether AK or VK, belongs in Auradon. Photo used with permission from Canva.
Is Descendants 2 the Best Descendants Movie?
Declining theater attendance has contributed to some Marvel box office “flops.” (photo used with permission from Felix Mooneeram via Unsplash)
Is “Doomsday” close at hand for Marvel Studios?
Students no longer need to take teacher-made final exams if they have a B or higher, 10 or less tardies and 10 or less absences in the class.
New exam exemption policy: B average students can skip finals in all grades?
Only 5.5% of colleges find class rank as an important part of their application, 30% claim that it has no importance whatsoever and 74-77% of colleges consider GPA more important than class rank. Graphic created by Isabella Phillips in Canva
Is class rank really that important?
High school students stress over grades, extracurriculars and much more, all of which can be detrimental to their mental health.
Comparisons are killing us
The NC Division of Motor Vehicles has 115 driver license offices statewide, yet only accounts for 3% of NCDOT's budget.
Could DMV lines be a part of the past? What a new report reveals
AP scores make college applications more compelling, and success on AP exams grants college credits.
Should economic status determine college readiness? The issue with AP exam funding
The truth is a key factor in a friendship or relationship. Being upfront could help advance the relationship to a new level. Photo used with permission from Brett Jordan via Unsplash.
Why being straightforward is important
Republicans and Democrats are using social media and podcasts to different ends.
The social media landscape is changing, so too must Democrats
It is a common belief that Nickelodeon is currently making a mockery of Stephen Hillenburg, however, the evidence paints a more complex picture.
Is Nickelodeon actively disrespecting Stephen Hillenburg’s legacy?
Falcon fashion: A thrifting gallery
Each year, a day for parking spot decoration is planned among other senior events to boost school spirit as their last year of high school begins.
Senior spots: A decorated gallery
Cover created by Isabel Westerlund.
Falcons on Film: Invincible Season 3 spoiler review
Holi, the festival of colors originating in India, is celebrated by people all over the globe. This holiday often falls in the month of March, but is dependent on the Hindu lunar calendar. Photo used with permission from Thanu Kalikiri ('25).
Festival of colors: Holi in Cary
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Gossip Girls: Revisiting the Grammys
Cover created by Isabel Westerlund.
Falcons on Film: Invincible Season 3 spoiler review
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Gossip Girls: Revisiting the Grammys
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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Gossip Girls: Blake Lively’s backlash
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
Powderpuff 2023
Falcon fashion: A thrifting gallery
Each year, a day for parking spot decoration is planned among other senior events to boost school spirit as their last year of high school begins.
Senior spots: A decorated gallery
Holi, the festival of colors originating in India, is celebrated by people all over the globe. This holiday often falls in the month of March, but is dependent on the Hindu lunar calendar. Photo used with permission from Thanu Kalikiri ('25).
Festival of colors: Holi in Cary
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
2024: November monthly playlist
2024: November monthly playlist
2024: October monthly playlist
2024: October monthly playlist
2024: September monthly playlist
2024: September monthly playlist
2024: Summer playlist
2024: Summer playlist
2024: May monthly playlist
2024: May monthly playlist
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Quiz: Which Green Hope fall sport are you?
Photo used with permission by Luis Melendez on Unsplash.
Which Grey’s Anatomy character are you?
Quiz: What kind of water bottle are you?
Quiz: What kind of water bottle are you?
Photo used with permission by Stephen Harlan on Unsplash.
Quiz: Which of Taylor Swift’s exes are you?
Photo used with permission by Sean Oulashin on Unsplash.
Quiz: Which The Summer I Turned Pretty character are you?
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“Mickey 17,” an original film from filmmaker Bong Joon-Ho, did not make money at the box office despite the movement for original films taking place during its theatrical window. Promotional photo used with permission from Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.
Does anyone actually want original movies?
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.
“We had no idea”: Western North Carolina’s unexpected plight

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Falcon fashion: A thrifting gallery

Kai Alesio, Student Life Editor
September 9, 2025
Shopper at Father and Sons Thrift, downtown Raleigh, picking out new outfits.

Thrifting for teens: How secondhand shopping became a trend

Ella Chase, Staff Writer
September 4, 2025
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