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Financial aid offer from a University of California

Does money make college decisions?

Shea Lyons, Sports Section Editor May 2, 2025

With graduation just around the corner, many seniors are relying heavily on their financial aid packages...

Troy eating at a diner in Ukiah after being released. This was his first time using metal silverware in 27 years.

Re-entry and rehabilitation: The story of Troy Williams

May 2, 2025

The United States has the highest population of incarcerated individuals in the world and the 5th highest...

A photo of Griffith published in an article honoring her as the Times Standard Prep Athlete of the year, 1988

Looking back on a legend: Laurie Griffith

Lily Cunningham, Business Manager May 2, 2025

Nowadays, students know her as Ms. Griffith or Coach Griff. Our math and health teacher, head volleyball...

Rex: The actual class pet

Rex: The actual class pet

Jacob Lopez, Reporter May 2, 2025

Walking into a classroom, one of the first things you may notice is a pet enclosure at the back of the...

Best car/truck - Andrea Merezko

Pepperbox superlatives

Danyella Waters, Opinion Editor May 2, 2025

Junior Sitong Chen (Right) when she was younger being held in her mothers  (Left) arms.

From flowers to family: The history of mother’s day

Isaiah Bell, Reporter May 2, 2025

The second Sunday of May, the third largest holiday in the United States, and a day that at least 85%...

Arcata FFA at the Golden One Center

FFA travels to Sacramento for 97th State Conference

Jaida Dusel, Reporter May 2, 2025

24 FFA members from Arcata High joined the sea of over 7,000 blue jackets in Sacramento for the 97th...

Cautionary sign along the Trinity River

Humboldt County river safety

Paige Burlison and Alisha Borglund May 2, 2025

The calendar marks the late spring months in Humboldt County, and the sun has finally broken through...

Zac Ramsey smiles while thinking about his achievement.

Local garbage collector wins national award!

Levi Browne, Video Editor May 2, 2025

Every week, in Arcata and Sunny Brea, a garbage truck roars up the streets. From house to house, from...

Student sitting holding a Red Solo cup.

Drinking to a dependence: Alcohol at AHS

Maeve Sanders and Lillian Ledford May 2, 2025

*student names altered for privacy It might start at a party or in your own home. Maybe your friend...

Handmade card and pipe cleaner flowers made by Jaime O'Donnell.

Mother’s Day: A gift guide

Jaime O’Donnell, Website Manager May 2, 2025

Children rush around their houses, excitement lighting up their faces as they prepare for Mother’s...

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