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Celebrating a week of festive activities, NC seniors spend their final days celebrating their accolades and creating memories with loved ones. From comical dress-up themes to collegiate spirit wear, seniors expressed their excitement for their futures through a series of honor events and commemorations. Thursday, May 1, numerous senior students recognized their accomplishments towards their future in acknowledgement of National College Decision Day.
The final commitment: NC seniors declare their futures
Callie Kinsinger, Copy Editor • May 3, 2025

Recognized worldwide on May 1 each year, National College Decision Day marks a pivotal time in each high school senior’s life: the announcement...

In 1984, National Postcard Week surfaced to promote deltiology, the act of collecting postcards. This year, the week falls from May 4 to 10 in commemoration of the history of postcards. As of the middle of April, Palmer Middle School art teacher Nicole Gaut and NC visual arts teacher Karrie Arana created an assignment for their students to learn about the cultural significance of postcards in their own creative way.
A postcard to a friend: Ms. Karrie Arana’s project to Palmer Middle School
London Ford, Reporter • April 30, 2025

During the first week of May, National Postcard Week occurs to celebrate the art of writing letters to friends. NC’s visual arts (VA) teacher,...

With the increasing tension journalists face within their career field, the Columbia Journalism School (CJS) and The New York Times (NYT) came together Monday, April 21, to discuss the global threats directed towards these individuals. Through a nearly four-hour conversation among well-known journalists, the issues behind press freedoms revealed the need for higher levels of advocacy for future generations of journalists. The Dean of the CJS, Jelani Cobb, and the Chairman and Publisher of the NYT, A.G. Sulzberger, elaborated on how their publications have fought against journalistic oppression and spoke up about the issues journalists face under the current U.S. government.
“We are not in the optimism business”: How The New York Times and the Columbia Journalism School combat the threats towards global press freedoms
Mackenzie Blanco, Copy Editor • April 25, 2025

Monday, April 21, The Columbia Journalism School (CJS) and The New York Times (NYT) joined together to deep dive and converse on the issues surrounding...

Since his return to office, President Donald Trump and his administration have prioritized immigration and deportation using new and old laws, including the Alien Enemies Act. The revival of this act brought heat to the Trump Administration as numerous politicians, such as James Boasberg, questioned the constitutionality of these deportations and eventually created a case against Trump. As this case continues, new accusations and evidence have emerged, which put the Trump Administration in a difficult position.
Deportation dilemma: Trump Administration caught in a Supreme Court case
Alyssa Mehta, Reporter • April 22, 2025

Upon his return to office January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump set his focus on detaining illegal immigrants and has since reintroduced and...

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STUDENT LIFE
Senior breakfast 5/2
Senior breakfast 5/2
Darwin Kamau and Alyssa Mehta • May 6, 2025

Senior Week "Anything but a backpack" Day 5/2
Senior Week “Anything but a backpack” Day 5/2
Lidia Sidorova, Reporter • May 5, 2025
Commitment day 5/1
Commitment day 5/1
Lidia Sidorova and Darwin Kamau • May 5, 2025
Senior breakfast 5/2
Senior breakfast 5/2
Darwin Kamau, Reporter • May 5, 2025
4/30 Senior Citizen Day
4/30 Senior Citizen Day
Lidia Sidorova, Reporter • May 5, 2025
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FEATURES
Evan Fernandez’s music journey began at the age of three, when his family introduced him to the world of music by playing several instruments in their family home. Now a senior, Fernandez plans to attend Belmont University to pursue his dreams of becoming a professional music artist. With several releases on his Spotify page and with his attention on social media, Fernandez is climbing his way to the top of the music industry, leaving behind a lasting impact on NC.
An “Eruption” of sound: Evan Fernandez’s new wave music
Valentina Gonzalez, Page Editor • May 11, 2025
Varsity softball player Leah Byrd (9) thrives on the field through her determination and skills. The capable teenager illustrates a competitive spirit through her focus and friendship while playing softball. With a strong mentality, Byrd flew past all expectations and helped push the NC team to a remarkable number one spot in the region.
Meet the team: Leah Byrd
Sophia Lamb, Reporter • May 6, 2025
Starting the second semester of the 2024-2025 school year, two student leaders invested their time into creating a club that aids English for speakers of other languages (ESOL) to build up a community of mentors and mentees. The Bridge the Gap club earned its spot as an NC club in late March to begin this program of mentorship. The upcoming club utilizes English-learning students with English-speaking student tutors to ultimately build new connections and bonds with high school students while also developing the vital language.
NC’s Bridge the Gap club encourages ESOL students through its rising mentor program
Mackenzie Blanco, Copy Editor • May 2, 2025
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SPORTS
Tuesday, April 29, the NC boys volleyball orange team (3-10) faced Creekview High School for the last home game of the 2024-2025 season. With numerous mistakes on both sides of the court, the match remained at a constant neck-and-neck. Though the Warriors fought their hardest for a win, they could not pull through against the Grizzlies, sadly ending the season for the boys.
The NC varsity boys volleyball falls short against ranked Creekview Grizzlies
Addie Hill and Ciara Whimbush • May 1, 2025

Tuesday, April 29, the NC varsity boys volleyball team (3-7) faced Creekview High School (9-2) in the Arena gymnasium. After a 2-0 loss against...

The NC men’s varsity volleyball team (3-7) competed against the Harrison High School Hoyas (0-8) April 22, unfortunately losing after two overtime rounds. Despite the scoreboard, the team remained a powerful collaborative force, demonstrating true Warrior spirit. Following the game, the seniors received acknowledgement and thanks through a celebration with cake and gift baskets. Despite the bittersweetness of the impending graduation, the seniors’ hard work and love for the team may forever remain at the core of North Cobb athletics.
Spike it like it’s hot: NC varsity men’s volleyball plays against Harrison High School during senior night game
Cassidy Lumpkin and London Ford • April 26, 2025
The NC girls’ varsity lacrosse team competed against the McEachern Indians, securing a win (19-9) with a series of impressive blocks, passes and collaborative maneuvers. Following the powerful win, both senior varsity girls and boys walked the field as the crowd cheered their love and appreciation for the athletics. Although their teammates will miss these seniors, their hard work and diligence leave an unforgettable mark on the fields of NC.
A goal-den senior night: NC lady varsity lacrosse wins against McEachern Indians
Cassidy Lumpkin, Taylor Morrow, and London Ford • April 25, 2025
As lacrosse playoffs approach, the NC boys varsity lacrosse (11-9) players increase their intensity from game to game. Following a ceremony honoring senior lacrosse players, NC teammates turned up the heat towards their chances of success. The Warriors won 19-0 against the McEachern High School Indians (2-14) after a game full of tension and emotion.
A spectacular send off: How the NC Warriors showed spear-it on senior night
Lidia Sidorova and Valentina Gonzalez • April 24, 2025
Tuesday, April 1, the NC Warriors boys volleyball orange team (2-5) played head to head against the Sprayberry High School Yellow Jackets (5-7). While each team worked deliberately to win the match, the NC Warriors took home the win, leaving the orange team excited for future games. The Warriors continue to take their skills to new heights as they showcase their skill sets every Tuesday night, prepped and ready for a fresh match.
NC Warriors boys volleyball team ends April Fools game with a striking ace
Mackenzie Blanco, Copy Editor • April 3, 2025
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ENTERTAINMENT
As seniors prepare for their last weeks of high school, numerous traditions have resurfaced on the internet. The senior sign off, a popular TikTok trend, focuses on near graduates’ signatures and their final goodbyes to high school. Using whiteboard markers and a glass frame, this trend captures one of the graduates’ final memories.
Senior Signoff
Citlalli Vela and Alyssa Mehta • May 8, 2025
The genre of music an individual enjoys can predict what style they wear. Over multiple decades, numerous styles populated the scene, from grunge's creation in the early 1990s to the resurfacing of the preppy style in the 2020s. These unique styles continue to live on, pairing with different music tastes.
Can we guess your style based on your music taste?
Dominic McSpadden, Media Team • May 7, 2025
Despite the controversies surrounding credit scores, the system ultimately impacts how people financially interact with the world, no matter their stage of life. While young people enter adulthood without a credit score, even minuscule actions can begin to impact how lenders view them. From those terrified to touch a credit card to their friends knee-deep in student loans, understanding the definition of credit scores, how to check them and ways to alter them will only ease the plunge into adulthood.
To NC’s credit: The ceilings and floors of credit scores
Rosalyn Schwanke, Page Editor • May 5, 2025
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Due to President Donald Trump’s new policies on immigration, the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has begun raiding highly populated cities in search of undocumented immigrants guilty of committing crimes. Immigrants from Chicago to Atlanta have expressed their fear on this topic as the Trump Administration started to charge undocumented immigrants with criminal offenses instead of civil ones. Although numerous individuals have questioned these new policies and the ethicality of ICE’s strategy, raids continue to inspire fear.

Families torn apart: ICE raids hit Georgia immensely • 6431 Views

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The Mental Illness Needs Discussion (MIND) club at the University of South Carolina (USC) partnered with the nonprofit organization, Active Minds, in late March and created the Speak Your Mind ice bucket challenge. The trend aims to raise awareness for mental health and to decrease stigma around speaking out about mental illness. Now, the challenge sweeps through NC and gains new nominees daily as students participate and nominate their friends to follow suit.

Freezing out suicide: USC ice bucket challenge raises awareness for mental health • 899 Views

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As prominent rappers Drake and Kendrick Lamar throw shots at each other through subliminal disses and ruthless lyrics, hip-hop fans debate who stands out as the superior artist. From his creative writing to his energetic cadence, Lamar separates himself from his peers as one of the most critically acclaimed artists of the current generation. With releases such as “Like That” and “euphoria”, Lamar continues to showcase his pengame and dedication to music.

“The big three”: Kendrick Lamar remains the greatest artist of the generation • 680 Views

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Fans of girly media that reside in the worlds of Lana Del Ray’s music, the movie “The Love Witch” and the book “Lolita” will frequently find themselves in search of films that capture similar aesthetics and core plot lines. Films, both vintage and modern, manage to form cinematically alluring, yet mildly disturbing movies for the pleasure of the viewer. From coquette to complex, these three films distinguish themselves as the paragons of girlhood, both broken and beautiful.

Three coquette movies to delight, disturb and deliver • 399 Views

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The pop singer Benson Boone has craved popularity since high school. Now, after extensive work in adult life, Boone has gained satisfaction. With the help of a recent TikTok trend, his newest single broke records on Spotify’s charts; Boone’s upcoming tour dates allow new fans to support the musician and enjoy his former music in real life. As society discovers Benson Boone for the first time, he continues pushing out hit songs to shock fans' ears.

The “Beautiful Things” about Benson Boone • 342 Views

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The genre of music an individual enjoys can predict what style they wear. Over multiple decades, numerous styles populated the scene, from grunge's creation in the early 1990s to the resurfacing of the preppy style in the 2020s. These unique styles continue to live on, pairing with different music tastes.
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Not a goodbye, but a see you later: One last article dedicated to the best people at NC
Ciara Whimbush, Editor in Chief • May 13, 2025

Well, well, well. The time has arrived. As I sit here starting this article on the second day of Spring Break (never let anyone tell you I’m...

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Sophomore Sophia Levy’s art journey began far before her high school years. With inspiration from her older brother, Levy has developed her art style, combated artist’s block and earned high leadership positions in her art extracurriculars. As she continues high school and prepares to pursue college, she plans to include her artistic passions in her day-to-day life.
Highlighting NC artistry: Sofia Levy
Lidia Sidorova, Reporter • April 22, 2025

NC sophomore Sofia Levy began creating art at the beginning of her middle school years in 2020. Levy spent her entire 6th-grade year attending...

OPINIONS
Production companies have released hundreds of biographical films, series, and documentaries throughout history. With these forms of media production, viewers and critics begin to realize that the biographical subjects of these filmographies are exploited, with or without consent. Due to the abundance of shared personal information, producers should not propose biographical media without the consent of their subjects.
The problem with unauthorized biopics
Valentina Gonzalez, Page Editor • May 12, 2025

Digital devices remain the number one source of information as of 2024, as 86% of U.S. adults constantly discover news from their smartphones...

Christianity has maintained a place at the heart of American cultural identity since the nation’s colonization, but its role in political life has demonstrated comparative complexity. The first section of the Bill of Rights—one of the government’s governing documents—assures Americans freedom of religion, which extends to the separation of church and state. Regardless, politicians play on Christian Americans’ religious affiliations to draw in votes and direct policy. This use of religion can fragment families that previously found themselves disagreeing only on political lines.
The rifts caused by American Christian nationalism
Rosalyn Schwanke, Page Editor • May 9, 2025

Across America’s 50 states, Christians occupy churches, cathedrals and federal offices. This religious group contributes to around 60% of the...

Approaching the end of the National Basketball Association (NBA) season, the Most Valuable Player (MVP) ladder currently stands with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander as the likeliest to win. Despite a stellar season both individually and with his team, Nikola Jokic’s season stands out in numerous aspects. Outside of the differences between the two players’ styles of play, both players and the third finalist, Giannis Antetokounmpo, justify their push for the award by accomplishing numerous feats. Through a voting system in the hands of journalists, the league will choose its consensus best player.
An argument with no middle ground: The NBA’s Most Valuable Player
Darwin Kamau, Reporter • May 8, 2025

 April 20, 2025, the National Basketball Association (NBA) released its three finalists for the Most Valuable Player (MVP) award. Oklahoma City...

Each year, the daunting stress of college applications looms over high school seniors. While the application process maintains its intimidating reputation, students can enjoy the route to life beyond high school. From upcoming independence to the nostalgia of childhood, this transitional phase can allow students to feel proud of their work and happiness for adulthood.
Fun in the fear: The joy of applying to college
Addie Hill, Lead Page and Media Team Liaison • April 29, 2025

Each year, the CommonApp portal reopens, and numerous colleges send emails to convince high schoolers to consider their campus. This process...

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