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Burial Site of Lesley Sparrow

The Deathly Invitation

Jasmine Stephenson, Editor of Events April 1, 2025

This week's fatal Friday is about a murder that happened in Richwood Kentucky in October 1979.   Lesley Sparrow, described as a sassy, independent businesswoman, was lured to her death on Sunday,...

Duck, Duck, Fools!

Caught in the Act

Sophia Neumeister and Abbigail James March 31, 2025

Marching our way to April, students await the burden of exams, homework, and graduation. In the midst of our busy schedules, a certain day dawns among the monotony of routines. For those who choose to...

“One word to describe my experience would be irreplicable. The bonds formed      throughout the duration of practices, choreography, and the three nights on stage will never be tarnished nor imitated by any other show” Annie Kunkel

“‘Cuz somewhere in the crowd there’s you…”

Abbigail James, Editor-in-Chief March 27, 2025

“Life is short, the world is wide. I want to make some memories,” a younger Donna once said. It seems in studying the script, the cast and crew of the spring musical have taken Donna’s nostalgic...

Sophie Carty's barrel head on display

A Bearcat’s Work of Art

Abbigail James, Editor-in-Chief March 26, 2025

Walton-Verona High School hosts a wide variety of interests for students to explore, including the arts! Mrs. Horn has worked diligently to guide students toward their best potential. On the path to artistic...

Whiteboard Words of Wisdom

March 26, 2025

With roughly 2 months to go, seniors are feeling bittersweet about their high school career coming to an end. Years of experience, folders of homework, and lots of tears build great advice for those younger....

Mrs. Core-Stine and the unforgettable 35 cents.

Teacher Tales

Sophia Neumeister, Academics Editor March 20, 2025

Teaching is never just about notes and lesson plans, but about navigating unexpected, hilarious, and downright bizarre things students say. Teachers have had their fair share of funny student stories,...

Reese Meyer and Sophie Neumeister, representing Bosnia and Herzegovina during the World Expo.

Goodbye, KUNA TUNA

Sophia Neumeister, Academics Editor March 18, 2025

KUNA, standing for Kentucky United Nations Assembly, encourages students throughout the state to engage in global diplomacy and create resolutions for their chosen country. Y-Club represented Bosnia and...

Read or Run

Read or Run

Sophia Neumeister, Academics Editor March 5, 2025

Walton-Verona: home to many teachers with great strengths and talents. Some teachers, however, have certain skills that stick out to students. Mrs. Hartman, for example, is known for her structured teaching...

Bearcats dress up for prom!

Prom Planning Already?

Abbigail James, Editor-in-Chief February 28, 2025

 It may seem too early in advance to even begin thinking about the dance, especially alongside the busy calendar of junior and senior year; but the day will be here in a blink. Whether your plans are...

FFA Spirit Week

FFA Spirit Week

Abbigail James, Editor-in-Chief February 27, 2025

Dress up to show your support! The FFA is a non-profit organization geared towards shaping the next leaders in the science, business, and technology of agriculture. When you dress up, you are not just...

Crimes happen closer to home than you think.

In Our Hometown

Jasmine Stephenson, Editor of Events February 21, 2025

Carol Sue Klaber was just 16 years old when she was brutally murdered and left for dead in a ditch on Chambers Road in Walton, Kentucky in June 1976. Kentucky State Police had been the ones to respond...

Brain Drain vs. Joyful Jams: Battle of the Classes

Sophia Neumeister, Academics Editor February 20, 2025

Throughout our high school careers, we take rigorous courses to maintain high GPA’s and expedite our knowledge, but are there any classes that stick out? With every student having their strengths and...

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