The Pepperbox

Keeping love alive: More than Roses

Sierra Roberts, Reporter — February 13, 2026

Valentine's Day, the day of love, with colors of red, pink, and hearts littered everywhere. Boxes of...

Emily McLaughlin, Photo Editor — February 13, 2026

An unsuspecting student walks onto the Arcata High School campus at 8 am on a crisp Humboldt day. She...

Lily Felsenthal, Business Manager — February 13, 2026

In December 1989, the U.S. made a nearly unprecedented decision: they captured the sitting leader of...

Sage Ward, Social Media Director — February 13, 2026

The average human being needs around 2,000-2,500 calories a day in order to sustain a healthy gut and...

Jarren Crandall, Reporter — February 13, 2026

James Washington is a very well-known figure at Arcata High School and in the Arcata community as a whole....

Iris Quinlan, Reporter — December 19, 2025

The moment we have all been waiting for… It is officially Christmas season! Are you ready to relax...

Arthur Yang, Videographer — December 17, 2025

The first semester of a new school year has just passed us. With our grades shortly coming to a reset,...

Lincoln Neuman and Sean Green — December 17, 2025

The sight of people with cardboard signs asking for money, food for themselves or their dog, or simply...

Quinn Pickens and Ryder Robinson — December 17, 2025

Flashy lights and shiny decorations pull American customers in during the holiday season. This marketing...

Amelia Hall, Reporter — December 17, 2025

Boredom easily creeps into students’ lives, especially during these cold winter breaks, making it easy...

Chase Bickmore, Reporter — December 17, 2025

This year marks the 57th annual Arcata Invitational Basketball Tournament (AIBT). The Arcata High Leadership...

Kylie Lusk, Reporter — December 17, 2025

Practicing open and active communication with opposing opinions to yours is an incredibly valuable skill...