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BETTER THAN PERFECT. Calee Nicole Cooney was born on May 18, 2007, to Jamie Wachsnicht and Mike Cooney. Calee has two younger siblings, Cassie and Natalee. Calee’s ideal Friday ...

PRESEASON TRACK. With track season starting, the athletes have been working hard everyday at practice. The first meet is on April 7th at the high school. Senior Mia Vermetten, ...

The end of the third nine weeks is here! That also means spring break has just come to an end. This is a time where the students get a little over a week to recharge and rest so t...

THE FINAL NINE. The last nine weeks have kicked off, and the end of the school year will fly by faster than ever, especially for the seniors. The seniors are almost done with t...

STRENGTH. James Anthony Bohlken was born on July 31, 2008 to his parents Tawnya and Jacob Bohlken. “Where there’s no struggle, there’s no strength,” is his favorite quote becau...

YEARBOOKS ON SALE. Don’t forget to purchase your yearbook for the 2025-2026 school year! The last day to order is Friday, May 15. Editor-in-Chief, Mia Vermetten was asked what ...

PRESEASON SOFTBALL. “ Practice like you compete; compete like you never lost.” This is a quote from famous softball player, Jennie Finch. With softball approaching, the returning...

GET YOUR GREEN ON! Saint Patrick's Day is celebrated every March 17th. It is a vibrant holiday, set to commemorate Saint Patrick, a patron saint of Ireland! The day is marked by...

HE WILL MAKE STRAIGHT YOUR PATHS. Brady Douglas DeWalt, was born on September 4, 2007 to Aron and Tiffany DeWalt. Brady is the brother of Keaton, Jayden, and Camden; when asked ...

SPRING FORWARD TO SPRING SPORTS. As winter sports wrap up, students and athletes are preparing for an exciting new season. Many athletes are beginning practices and working har...

DREAM BOLDLY. Kadence Grace Pierson was born on February 13, 2008 to Kevin and Lisa Pierson. Kadence is the middle child to her older brother, Tristan, and younger brother, Hayd...

SUBSTATE. This basketball season, the Lady Mustangs have worked hard to secure a number three seed for Sub-State. After beating Washington County last Thursday, they now have a...

4N6. The Forensics season is off to a great start! They have been to three meets so far, at Republic County, Rock Creek, and Riley County. The results for Republic County, are a...

ROOTED IN FAITH. Born on October 25, 2007, to Jarrod and Jami Gillig, Kinsley Jean Gillig has grown up surrounded by family, faith, and community. She has a close bond with her...

FFA PANCAKE FEED. On Wednesday, February 25, FFA will be hosting their annual pancake feed. This event is open to the public from 7-9:00 am and is a free will donation. This sum...

PURRR-FECTLY UNIQUE. Raymond Michael Feltner was born on March 1, 2007 to Randy Feltner and Elizabeth Genuik. Raymond has six siblings: Megan, Billy, Desi, Easter, Robin, and ...

ALL ABOUT LOVE. This Saturday was the day for love! The legend of St. Valentines starts with a priest, St. Valentine, who defied the Emperor Claudius II by secretly marrying co...

Kebeb Michael Zimmerman is a senior at Valley Heights High School. He is the son of Jena and Joe Zimmerman, and he is the youngest of his three siblings; sisters Hailey and Samant...

BATTLE OF THE BRAINS. Last Thursday, Linn High School hosted the annual TVL Scholars Bowl meet. Our Valley Heights Mustangs placed fourth overall. Coach Shannon Conti said, “TVL...

SADDLE UP ANYWAYS. Josie Lynn Parker was born on July 13, 2007. She was raised by her parents Brett and Amanda Parker alongside her younger sisters Nora, Ellie, Janey, and Gra...