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The award-winning voice of North Cobb High School in Kennesaw, Georgia.

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NEWS
The Supreme Court heard a major case that could threaten the Voting Rights Act of 1965. In Louisiana v. Callais, disputes based on Louisiana’s congressional map could hold heavy nationwide impacts by eliminating considerations of racial demographics in redistricting. Depending on the outcome of the case, millions of minority voters' voices could hold a lower impact in upcoming elections.
Supreme Court case threatens the future of the Voting Rights Act
Faith Allen, Reporter • October 21, 2025

The Voting Rights Act, signed in 1965 by President Lyndon. B Johnson enforced the 15th Amendment that prohibited denying U.S. citizens the right...

October 1, the federal government officially shut down for the first time in six years. Both Democratic and Republican proposals intended to extend federal funding but failed to gain approval from the Senate, officially placing the government at an impasse at midnight. The deadlock of congressional spending bills forces over four million federal employees to work without pay, putting the entire nation at a standstill.
October 1 federal government shutdown
Megan Taffel, Reporter • October 6, 2025

As of midnight October 1, the federal government officially shut down due to an impasse on congressional spending bills. Democrats refused to...

After almost a year, President Trump continues to postpone the ban on TikTok. September 19, President Donald Trump discussed whether the ban would fall through officially, depending on whether the Chinese party agrees with their new app. The national security and privacy of millions of Americans depend on the outcomes of this negotiation from both sides.
Ban or no ban: The possibilities of the disappearance of TikTok
London Ford, Reporter • September 22, 2025

Tuesday, September 16, President Donald Trump extended the deadline for a ban on TikTok for the fourth time this year. President Trump signed...

September 19, 2025, Apple released the new iPhone 17. The phone excites users with features including 30 hours of video playback, the Always-On display, ProMotion technology and an upsized display screen. It also comes in new colors, including the fan favorites white and lavender — similar to the lilac-colored iPhone 11. The release marks a future-facing path in Apple’s technological development, as it replaces the typical iPhone Plus model with an iPhone Air.
iPhone 17 released September 19, 2025
Skye Pierre, Reporter • September 22, 2025

Apple, a well-known phone brand in the industry, released the iPhone 17 Friday, September 19, 2025. The release includes the iPhone 17, the iPhone...

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STUDENT LIFE
Edited by Bernard Boston
Homecoming court 2025!
Cassidy Lumpkin, Page Editor • October 24, 2025

Warriors v. Raiders
Warriors v. Raiders
Vaughn Thomas, Reporter • September 12, 2025
Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) host a free car wash for the local community!
FCA’s free car wash!
September 11, 2025
Orange out 8/15
Orange out 8/15
Skye Pierre, Devyn Potts, and Vaughn Thomas • August 20, 2025
Senior breakfast 5/2
Senior breakfast 5/2
Darwin Kamau and Alyssa Mehta • May 6, 2025
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FEATURES
With fall decorations surrounding the outside of the restaurant, the festive times welcome guests to Keegan’s Irish Pub in downtown Acworth, showcasing the restaurant’s spirit. Their touch at playful decor reflects the pub’s celebration of Irish culture and its knack for blending tradition with a jazzy vibe. The leprechaun mascot represents a spirited reminder of the community's warmth and character that Keegan brings to Acworth’s growing downtown scene.
A taste of Ireland comes to downtown Acworth
London Ford, Reporter • October 21, 2025
Juan Mora, founder of Warrior Scholars, created an interesting and approachable way of learning science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). Warrior Scholars grants sophomores a chance to participate in leadership roles, as Mora wanted students to govern the program with teacher supervision, rather than a teacher creating and setting the curriculum. Warrior Scholars strives to create a community for students through STEM classes that can help them develop their skills and hone their abilities in a collaborative setting.
Warrior Scholars: Building on STEM
Memphis Dhirar, Reporter • October 21, 2025
After years of hard work and dedication, NC’s 12th-grade special education math teacher, Cleopatra Iliescu, recently gained the title of World Master Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Champion. In the past five years, Iliescu rediscovered her love for the art through intense and detailed training in Brazilian-style Jiu-Jitsu. Now, Iliescu continues to practice weekly in hopes of advancing to black belt status.
A woman of various talents: The multifaceted world of Cleopatra Iliescu
Mackenzie Blanco, Editor in Chief • October 17, 2025
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SPORTS
As fans gathered at Emory Sewell Stadium Friday, October 17, the NC varsity football Warriors (5-3) prepared to fight the Cherokee Warriors (1-8). In honor of the homecoming game, the team felt determined to revive its winning streak. The NC Warriors brought a strong win to celebrate NC’s annual homecoming, boosting morale for the exciting homecoming dance ahead.
Kings of the field: NC takes down Cherokee during homecoming game
Alyssa Mehta and Cassidy Lumpkin • October 21, 2025

After a homecoming spirit week full of anticipation — starting with a digital learning pajama day and ending with each grade repping a different...

Following a sweet celebration for its six senior members, the NC women’s varsity volleyball team (29-10) battled against the Harrison Hoyas (26-9). The adrenaline-filled match drew NC fans to the edge of their seats, but the stress culminated in a thrilling victory. For the seniors, the hard-earned win reflected the battles each fought to reach the precipice overlooking the lives they will soon enter.
The volleyball Lady Warriors take flight against the Hoyas during a dazzling senior night
Rosalyn Schwanke, Editor in Chief • October 3, 2025
As NC softball bids farewell to the graduating class of 2026, the varsity softball senior Lady Warriors reminisce on the triumphs and successes of their high school careers. After two consecutive region championships and state appearances, this class proved one of the most successful in the program's history. Whether moving on to collegiate careers or other endeavors, coaches and underclassmen alike remain proud of the class of 2026.
Final pitch: NC celebrates senior Lady Warriors
Devyn Potts, Reporter • September 22, 2025
Featuring muddy shoes, entertaining costumes and a familiar campus, the NC Cross Country (NCXC) team staged a relay event at home during a week without a competitive race, ensuring a quality workout and bolstered team spirit. The team was organized into 23 groups, each splitting an 8,000-meter run. As the event came to a close, runners received awards and walked away with a strengthened team bond, excited for the remainder of their season.
NC Cross Country runs rounds at intrasquad relay and costume contest
Cassidy Lumpkin, Page Editor • September 8, 2025
As the varsity volleyball season progresses, the NC girls varsity volleyball team (11-7) continues to showcase its talent in each game. August 26, the Lady Warriors faced the Cherokee High School Warriors (3-13), resulting in a high-intensity play. NC’s girls won the match (3-0), earning up to 11 kills per set and five total blocks.
North Cobb’s varsity volleyball Lady Warriors triumph over Cherokee’s Warriors
Lidia Sidorova, Page Editor • September 4, 2025
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ENTERTAINMENT
Vampire popularity within the media historically corresponds with times of social and economic anxieties. Today, vampirism’s resurgence simultaneously coincides with a rising fear of the potential of an economic recession. Surprisingly, a phenomenon known as the Monster Theory explains the correlation between vampires and a recession.
Vampires bite back into pop culture… again: The Monster Theory and public anxiety
Faith Allen, Reporter • October 21, 2025
High school relationships represent an opportunity for students to experience multiple emotions at the same time. These emotions allow students to grow both emotionally and as a person as a whole. This grants them the perspective of feeling deeply for another person, as well as how to deal with rejection. It also creates a stressful environment, as students try to balance school, free time and a significant other.
So high school: the struggle of teenage relationships
Memphis Dhirar, Reporter • October 21, 2025
Elective courses at North Cobb offer variety and creativity that balance the school day. Each class brings opportunities to explore new interests and develop useful skills beyond core subjects. These experiences help turn everyday learning into engaging and memorable times.
Favorite electives at NC
Jeremiah McKinney, Media Team • October 21, 2025
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TRENDING
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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 • 6475 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 • 979 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 • 738 Views

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Roller coasters, the mechanical amusement rides loved by thrill enthusiasts throughout the world, not only serve as an exciting modern application of physics and engineering, but also evoke emotions in the riders and bring people to love and crave the thrill of the ride.

Looping through fear: The psychology behind roller coaster thrills • 497 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 • 462 Views

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NC COMMITS
After spending months covering what student athletes will achieve after high school, Addie Hill and Ciara Whimbush announce their plans for college.
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QUIZZES
Watching a horror movie late at night creates a chilling feeling — and nothing fosters a greater fear than the thought of an Advanced Placement (AP) test in the morning. Whether it involves math, science, English, or social studies, that deep-rooted, almost primal fear sends a chill when the thought of last week's vocab quiz overwhelms the thoughts of a tired, worn-out student. These feelings of spine-chilling dread, frequently associated with horror and AP classes, work hand in hand, allowing the participants of this quiz to dive deeper into the spooky world of high school academics.
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Edited by Bernard Boston
Homecoming court 2025!
Cassidy Lumpkin, Page Editor • October 24, 2025

NC Artistry
Mathias Sebastian, an artist dedicated to his favorite craft of music, keeps himself busy as a motivated and creatively engaged individual. Sebastian began to explore his musical endeavors at the age of six and has continued to do so for over 10 years. Through playing violin in NC’s orchestra and playing guitar in School of Rock, Sebastian shares his passion and love of music through frequent performances.
Highlighting NC Artistry: Mathias Sebastian
Lidia Sidorova, Page Editor • September 11, 2025

Senior Mathias Sebastian began his musical journey at six years old, starting on the drums. Later on, Sebastian learned cuatro, a traditional...

OPINIONS
The release of three comedically awful movies in the early 2000s, The Twilight Saga, based on the book series, took the internet by storm. While a portion of dedicated fans believe the films and books alike hold significance in the world of popular culture, the truth remains. Twilight covers taboo subjects with a heavy hand, lacks the subtlety necessary for a Young Adult (YA) novel, and overall, retains a silly, easily meme-able air.
“Twilight:” Totally taboo
Sophia Allsen, Page Editor • October 23, 2025

A man sparkling in the sunlight, a woman biting her lip as she slowly tucks loose strands of her messy auburn hair behind her ear: so reads a...

“Twilight,” a book series with five film adaptations, remains revered as a founding father of the romantasy genre. While differing views criticize "Twilight" for its relationship between the main characters, the series’ depiction of the relationship sparked conversations surrounding censorship within the romantasy genre. Regardless of the personal opinion one holds over “Twilight,” the franchise maintains cultural significance within the realm of young-adult (YA), coming-of-age, fantasy and romance genres.
Twilight: Beyond its rotten tomatoes rating
Skye Pierre, Reporter • October 21, 2025

In the realm of early 2010s corny literature and film, one singular pioneer triumphs — “Twilight.” The franchise, originally a young adult...

Teenagers should not sacrifice their health just to arrive at first period on time. Lengthened sleep time means stronger focus, grades and engagement. A later high school start time would encourage happy, non-drowsy students to succeed in school and, further, in life.
Why high school should start later
Vaughn Thomas, Reporter • October 21, 2025

Every weekday morning, high school students across America drag themselves out of bed before sunrise, with the majority surviving on extremely...

The NBA’s all-time top 10 remains subject to change depending on fan outlooks. Despite numerous generational accomplishments, Kawhi Leonard’s name never receives praise. Kawhi Leonard’s legacy and history justify any argument in placing his name in the top 10.
Honoring the Klaw: Kawhi Leonard’s legacy and place in the Hall of Fame
Darwin Kamau, Reporter • October 20, 2025

To achieve in basketball means rising past any and all adversity faced. Kawhi Leonard (2) represents this mentality to its finest degree. Despite...

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