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Opinions
The Capitol City Intersection is Being Taken Advantage Of
February 15, 2019
Alright, Helena High students. We have a beef to settle. We need to talk about a very specific intersection that is the absolute bane of my existence. To specify, it is the...
Student Life
Helena High Thespians in Missoula
February 13, 2019
Melina Scott, Head Editor
On February 1st and 2cnd, the Helena High Thespians attended the 90th annual Thespian Festival in Missoula, where students from all over the state join together to...
Student Life
Welcome to Junior Year. Now Here’s Your Diploma
February 13, 2019
Mia Tocas, Head Writer
Graduating from high school is a huge step for everyone. After all, life begins all over again the second you receive your diploma. While most students greatly benefit from...
Creative Submissions
Chill Out, Dude
February 11, 2019
Zane Roush, Head Writer
Sports
The NBA, Halfway Through
February 8, 2019
John Orzechowski, Head Writer
The NBA All Star teams have been announced, meaning we’re close to the halfway point of the regular season. Most teams have played between 50 and 55 games, so...

January 30, 2019 • No Comments

Make America Great Again. For some, it’s a rally cry that will lead to positive change in the country. For others, it’s synonymous with hatred, bigotry, and racism. In the past week, Covington Catholic High School...

This Government Shutdown Affects Everyone

Connor Casne-Jones, Head Writer

January 11, 2019 • No Comments

Government shutdowns have become increasingly common in our nation. This is the 21st government shutdown in American history, and the 3rd shutdown during President Trump’s term. To put that in perspective, during Obama’s...

Media and Politics: Where Did We Go Wrong?

John Orzechowski, Head Writer

December 11, 2018 • No Comments

As I scroll through the Apple News app, my feed is being bombarded with, not what I’m necessarily looking for (mainly stuff from ESPN and Complex), but rather political news. Now, don’t get me wrong, it’s important...

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Sports

The Return of Jon Jones

Marcus Roberts, Head Writer

February 12, 2019 • No Comments

Jon “Bones” Jones is arguably the greatest, most unique fighter to ever live. His impressive 23-1-0 record in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) proves that he is dominant at the very highest level of hand-to-hand...

Photo Gallery: Varsity Girls X-Town Throw Down

Zane Roush, Head Photographer

January 24, 2019 • No Comments

The Lightning Will Win the Stanley Cup December 12, 2018

Photo Gallery: Girls Varsity Basketball December 10, 2018

10 Core workouts December 3, 2018
Student Profile: Caleb Binfet October 23, 2018

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Entertainment

Helena High Thespians take “Lawyer”to the Thespian festival

Connor Casne-Jones, Head Writer

January 31, 2019 • No Comments

Every year the annual Thespian Festival in Missoula Montana is filled with high schools performing their favorite plays. But one high school is different. Every year Helena High School takes a student...

Queen Minaj

Marcus Roberts, Head Writer

January 24, 2019 • No Comments

Undoubtedly, Nicki Minaj is one of the greatest artists ever. This time, she cements her legacy through her new album, Queen. The nineteen-song tracklist includes from Labrinth, Eminem, Lil Wayne,...

Rainbow Kitten Surprise is Back… And They’re Not Kitten Around

January 11, 2019