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Pictures captured after the Potomac river crash (left), and the Philadelphia crash (right). Medical teams and officials rush to the scenes to recover wreckage. (Getty Images)
Two deadly aviation disasters shake America
Eldritch Gravy & The Court Supreme bring their signature funky flair to the Olympia Funk Festival, electrifying the crowd with deep grooves and unstoppable energy.
Fresh funky fun: The Oly Funk Festival takes Olympia by storm
President Donald Trump plans to abolish the Department of Education, which would negatively impact the rising generations of our country.
President Trump plans to abolish the Department of Education: a district’s perspective
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Seen campaigning in Michigan, President Donald Trump plans to abolish the Department of Education. Photo courtesy of Nic Antaya
President Trump plans to abolish the Department of Education: a community’s perspective
Types of substances and drugs that are used have changed over the decades, including the discontinued use of the D.A.R.E program.
Drug abuse in the past and hope for the future
A seat of serenity in the Co-Editor in chief's garden.
Bathroom break to Big Brother: the new digital hall pass system
Nell Mcguiean, Clara Randall, Evie Penrod posing in front of the Feminism Pride flag, and the LGBTQ flag during Bear Time.
Feminism Club Highlight
Students have many questions when registering for classes, especially since there are many requirements students need to graduate.
Class requests for next year: everything students need to know
Knowledge Bowl group photo in the Gig Harbor High School Cafeteria after their competition on February 8th.
Knowledge Bowl is going to state
Freshman Toby Wilson has been playing violin for over eight years
Musicians in the Market
Sienor are counting down the down the major milestones before they graduate.
The senior countdown begins
Sophomore Brian Stevenson slams down a dunk over the North Creek defense. Photo by Caleb Wilson.
Bears are heading back to the Tacoma Dome for the fifth consecutive year
After a time-out, Doncic and James congratulate each other after continuing the 10-0 run. Photo courtesy of ABC30
Luka Doncić and LeBron James: A Dream Duo in the NBA
Photo by Lucas Gallardo. The swimming team with its captains and senior swimmers, showcasing their team shirts, still at OHS before the state competition.
Bears underwater: OHS competes at State
Senior Cameron Downing making a free throw as the trench cheers on the Bears.
Bears clinch a spot in the WIAA 4A State tournament: A District Tournament recap
The OHS Girls Wrestling team striking a fierce pose, ready to defeat their opponents. Although the sport is cutthroat and competitive, the girls have formed close friendships with each other.
Girls Wrestling: a successful season with the best bonds
Rogers' offense making first down, while the Bears race for the tackle.
Girls Flag Football takes 4th in SPSL
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Moana 2: The Wave of Adventure Returns
Whether shopping for the foodie, the adventurer, or anyone in between, find the perfect gift to add to the shopping list.
Christmas gift ideas for everyone on your list
Resident cat at the cafe watches over the newly arrived kittens!
Pawsific Northwest Cat Cafe helps cats get adopted and builds community
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Spring Break: What it’s Like to be an Actor

Mar 4, 2025
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Journalist Autumn Styles asks cast members Lola Havens and Brendan Johnson about their experiences acting.

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