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RBHS students walk through the new CPS weapons detection system to enter school.
Weapon detection systems at Rock Bridge leaves mixed opinions on student body
September 5, 2024
Photo of RBHS graduation cap and gown.
Columbia Public Schools prohibits individualization of attire at graduation, promotes community achievement
May 10, 2024
Ahlam Alamin (10) and Aneesh Calyam (9) run a check-in table during RBHS's annual debate tournament, COMO Classic, on Feb. 2.
RBHS Speech and Debate to hold showcase, aim to raise funds and awareness
May 9, 2024
Photo of Feeding Como flyer. The main event for Feeding Como is May 4, from 12pm-3pm at Bethel Park.
Feeding COMO holds annual potluck, raises awareness for food insecurity
May 3, 2024
Reid Fairlamb (12) practices his solo for the upcoming school musical, "Let it Be," during the April 30. dress rehearsal.
“Let it Be” will debut on opening night May 3 at 7 p.m.
May 2, 2024
Crew Norden (11) bats the ball. RBHS bruins won 4-1 at the baseball game Saturday, April 20.
Bruins Baseball ranks second in the state, April 20
April 23, 2024
Mari Miller (11) dribbles past a Cor Jesu Academy player in the 2024 MSHSAA Show-Me Showdown Class 6 Saturday, March 16.
RBHS varsity girls’ basketball beats Cor Jesu Academy 60-51 in Final Four
March 17, 2024
Malia Chievous (11) quickly runs to the basket against Incarnate Word during the 2024 MSHSAA Show-Me Showdown Class 6 Friday, March 15.
RBHS varsity girls’ basketball falls to Incarnate Word Academy 65-41 in Final Four
March 16, 2024
Squaring up for a three, senior Lexi Butts is looking to score the ball. The game ended in a 74-49 victory for the RBHS bruins over Helias on senior night.
RBHS varsity girls’ basketball dominates Helias 74-49
February 24, 2024
Ready to pass the ball, junior Malia Chievous (2) is looking for an open teammate. The RBHS Bruins took a 49-47 victory over the Cardinal Ritter Lions with a buzzer beater on Feb. 15.
RBHS varsity girls’ basketball triumphs over Cardinal Ritter Lions 49-47 with buzzer-beating shot
February 17, 2024
The cover of "God Plays His Piano Drone," captured by Ethan Cooksey, highlights the "shoegaze" and "dream pop" feel of the album, released May 17, 2024.
‘God Plays His Piano Drone:’ The start of a young musician’s career
August 21, 2024
Image courtesy of Envato Elements
RBHS seniors reflect on their feelings of preparedness for college
May 8, 2024
Stress, anxiety skyrocket as students prepare for upcoming AP tests
Stress, anxiety skyrocket as students prepare for upcoming AP tests
April 18, 2024
Not even water?
Not even water?
April 10, 2024
School board members discuss the start time proposal, and later vote
How CPS is organized: a guide
April 3, 2024
The cover of "God Plays His Piano Drone," captured by Ethan Cooksey, highlights the "shoegaze" and "dream pop" feel of the album, released May 17, 2024.
‘God Plays His Piano Drone:’ The start of a young musician’s career
August 21, 2024
Photo courtesy of taylorswift.com
The Tortured Poets Department takes fatalistic approach, reflects real life
May 1, 2024
photo courtesy of IMDb.
“Kung Fu Panda 4” adds an entertaining yet predictable film to its franchise
March 9, 2024
Paul Atreides (Timothee Chalamet) in Dune: Part Two. Image courtesy of IMDb
“Dune: Part Two” sees large box office numbers, continues compelling story
March 9, 2024
Photo of the popular Valentine's Day candy conversation hearts. This treat dates back to 1847 and were originally used as throat lozenges. However, by the early 1900's they became a sweet treat to gift to a friend or valentine.
The bloody history of Valentine’s Day, how it morphed into the modern celebration
February 14, 2024
Photo of menstrual products
Metal exposure in tampons exposes the negligence of the menstrual product industry
October 1, 2024
Photo of Chappell Roan at the Gov Ball
The Respect and Demands of a Midwest Princess
September 18, 2024
The entrance to the Rock Bridge baseball and softball complex.
Weighing the Pros and Cons of School and Club Sports
May 22, 2024
Flags in the counselors office, represent college choices in the United States.
Navigating college recruitment first hand
May 20, 2024
Image of Howard-Evans Place prior to its destruction in 1995.
Inadequate district funding metrics perpetuate anti-Blackness, segregation in schools in the Greater St. Louis area
February 28, 2024
Transphobia remains a pressing issue in the American education system
Transphobia remains a pressing issue in the American education system
September 30, 2022
Photo courtesy of envato elements.
Crisis, conflict reporting unveils bias in western media
May 13, 2022
Daughter Of The Dragon, Anna May Wong
Fetishization drives violence against Asian women
April 7, 2022
The female gaze counteracts existing standards in cinema
The female gaze counteracts existing standards in cinema
December 20, 2021
The 27 Club glorifies premature death in the music industry
The 27 Club glorifies premature death in the music industry
December 3, 2021
The entrance to the Rock Bridge baseball and softball complex.
Weighing the Pros and Cons of School and Club Sports
May 22, 2024
Flags in the counselors office, represent college choices in the United States.
Navigating college recruitment first hand
May 20, 2024
End of high school prompts reflection, exploration of memories
End of high school prompts reflection, exploration of memories
May 19, 2022
Journaling journey, finding tranquility in writing
Journaling journey, finding tranquility in writing
April 6, 2022
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Online english renews desire to write
December 13, 2021
Southpaw Volume 14 Issue 4
Southpaw Volume 14 Issue 4
May 9, 2024
Southpaw Volume 14 Issue 3
Southpaw Volume 14 Issue 3
February 29, 2024
Southpaw cover for Volume 14 Issue 2. Photography by Bailey Blackburn
Southpaw Volume 14 Issue 2
February 29, 2024
Southpaw cover for Volume 14 Issue 1. Art by Olivia Rollison
Southpaw Volume 14 Issue 1
October 25, 2023
Southpaw Volume 13 Issue 4
Southpaw Volume 13 Issue 4
April 28, 2023
Riley Rolwing (11) and Brennan Scott (10) discuss how they're going to execute the 200m dash.
RBHS Track Team Opener at Battle Gallery
March 19, 2024
Children during March Mathness having a lunch break before doing various activities.
March Mathness Photo Gallery
March 18, 2024
The RBHS Show Choir members strike their final pose concluding their City Lights opening performance on Jan. 11. This pose marks the end of the song Candle in the Wind/Saturday Night by Elton John featuring soloist Reid Fairlamb (11).
RBHS Show Choir premieres City Lights performance on Jan. 11
January 15, 2024
This incredibly tall white light tree stands tall in the Veterans United light display. The light show will run through Dec. 17 from 7-10:30pm each night. Photo by Kaden Rhodes
Veterans United Light Show
December 14, 2023
Emily Blake (11), understudy for Aubrey Reilly (11), Madison Torres (12), Sadie Spiller (11), Evelyn O'Toole (11), and Dawson Black (12) line up during the dress rehearsal for "Play On."
RBHS Winter play, ‘Play On,’ premiered this past weekend
November 21, 2023
RBHS wishes Principal Sirna happy birthday
RBHS wishes Principal Sirna happy birthday
April 12, 2020
Senior Thalia Montilla reflects on her favorite cultural traditions, addresses stereotypes
Senior Thalia Montilla reflects on her favorite cultural traditions, addresses stereotypes
April 11, 2020
How to make 4 DIY masks from household items
How to make 4 DIY masks from household items
April 5, 2020
Female students share what makes them feel beautiful
Female students share what makes them feel beautiful
March 28, 2020
Looking Back: True/False Boot Camp 2020
Looking Back: True/False Boot Camp 2020
March 19, 2020
Art by Vivian Spear
Shark rank: Barbie film series
October 29, 2021
Overexposed: Nature photography
Overexposed: Nature photography
February 11, 2021
Art by Rachel Stevens.
Super Bowl 55 prediciton
February 7, 2021
Photo by Desmond Kisida.
Overexposed: Sports/Action Photography
January 25, 2021
Tier list made on tier maker.com
Shark rank: Black Mirror
January 8, 2021
First Time I took the ACT
First Time I took the ACT
February 27, 2020
First time I tried modeling
First time I tried modeling
February 21, 2020
First time I tried a paper straw
First time I tried a paper straw
January 28, 2020
First time I made my own pasta
First time I made my own pasta
January 13, 2020
First Time I tried a new food
First Time I tried a new food
December 13, 2019
Bruin bear had a great fall
November 2, 2020
Students tell their favorite winter tales
Students tell their favorite winter tales
December 21, 2019
Bruin Bear's Snowtime Shenanigans
Bruin Bear: Showtime Shenanigans
December 14, 2019
Art by Devin Hall.
Students retell haunting tales
October 30, 2019
Undying Love
Undying Love
October 4, 2019
Photo courtesy of Shruti Gautam.
Sandeep Gautam and Manisha Jain
April 17, 2021
Photo courtesy of Sophia Eaton.
Touria El Jaoual
April 15, 2021
Photo courtesy of Anjali Noel Ramesh.
Shyamala Ramesh and Noel Ramesh Aloysius
April 13, 2021
My mom and dad in Hangzhou. Photo courtesy of Sarah Ding.
Zhijian Ye and Shinghua Ding
April 12, 2021
Biting my nails
Biting my nails
April 10, 2020
Photo courtesy of Shruti Gautam.
Sandeep Gautam and Manisha Jain
April 17, 2021
Photo courtesy of Sophia Eaton.
Touria El Jaoual
April 15, 2021
Photo courtesy of Anjali Noel Ramesh.
Shyamala Ramesh and Noel Ramesh Aloysius
April 13, 2021
My mom and dad in Hangzhou. Photo courtesy of Sarah Ding.
Zhijian Ye and Shinghua Ding
April 12, 2021
I was proud of myself for checking renewing my driver's license off my to-do list today. Photo by Bailey Stover.
Pandemic Diaries
June 26, 2020
Students work jobs to save money, evade boredom; responsibilities affect online learning
Students work jobs to save money, evade boredom; responsibilities affect online learning
April 8, 2020
How to make 4 DIY masks from household items
How to make 4 DIY masks from household items
April 5, 2020
Hands of adult female student typing on computer keyboard while studying at home in the evening
First day of online learning sparks discussions of academic equality
March 31, 2020
Close-up tablet computer in a woman hand. Photo from Envato Elements.
Students share initial thoughts on online education
March 31, 2020
Baby fox. Photo by Sarah Mosteller.
Human activities prove detrimental to environment, increase risk of infectious diseases
April 14, 2020
Political action, youth involvement necessary to protect environment
Political action, youth involvement necessary to protect environment
April 10, 2020
Blue recycling bag. Photo by Audrey Novinger
Waste Minimization Coordinator Ben Kreitner answers questions about city recycling policies
March 18, 2020
Photo illustration of single-use plastics by Sophie Froese.
Plastic pollution ruinous to environment, requires immediate action
February 17, 2020
Climate change presents hazards for Missouri agriculture
Climate change presents hazards for Missouri agriculture
February 3, 2020
The Student News Site of Rock Bridge High School

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The Student News Site of Rock Bridge High School

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Bailey Blackburn

Bailey Blackburn, Photo Editor

Senior Bailey Blackburn is the photo editor for Southpaw and Bearing News. She is also the president of Film Club and is on the RBHS Cross Country and Track and Field team. In her free time she enjoys reading, listening to music, and painting.

All content by Bailey Blackburn
Photo of Feeding Como flyer. The main event for Feeding Como is May 4, from 12pm-3pm at Bethel Park.

[Photo] Feeding COMO holds annual potluck, raises awareness for food insecurity

May 3, 2024
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[Photo] Hundreds protest war in Gaza on MU campus

May 1, 2024
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Grayson Fick (12) practices in the on deck circle. RBHS bruins won 4-1 at the baseball game Saturday, April 20.

Crew Norden (11) bats the ball. RBHS bruins won 4-1 at the baseball game Saturday, April 20.

[Photo] Bruins Baseball ranks second in the state, April 20

April 23, 2024
Bruin players wait on the side watching the game while Brock Essner (9) practices in the on deck circle.

Mari Miller (11) plays offense against a player from Incarnate at the 2024 MSHSAA Show-Me Showdown Class 6 Friday, March 15.

Coach Nagel gets the attention from a referee during the game against Incarnate Word at the 2024 MSHSAA Show-Me Showdown Class 6.

Malia Chievous (11) looks to pass the ball to one of her teammates during the 2024 MSHSAA Show-Me Showdown Class 6 Friday, March 15.

The RBHS varsity girls' basketball team huddles in preparation for the game against Incarnate Word at the 2024 MSHSAA Show-Me Showdown Class 6.

Malia Chievous (11) quickly runs to the basket against Incarnate Word during the 2024 MSHSAA Show-Me Showdown Class 6 Friday, March 15.

[Photo] RBHS varsity girls’ basketball falls to Incarnate Word Academy 65-41 in Final Four

March 16, 2024
Malia Chievous (11) runs to the basket during the game against Incarnate Word at the 2024 MSHSAA Show-Me Showdown Class 6 Friday, March 15.

Jayda Porter (10) goes for a rebound during the game against Incarnate Word at the 2024 MSHSAA Show-Me Showdown Class 6 Friday, March 15.

Photo of student filling out test bubble sheet. RBHS will hold March Mathness Saturday, March 16.

[Photo] RBHS to hold March Mathness

March 15, 2024
Southpaw cover for Volume 14 Issue 2. Photography by Bailey Blackburn

[Photo] Southpaw Volume 14 Issue 2

February 29, 2024
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[Photo] Southpaw Volume 14 Issue 3

February 29, 2024
Photo of a student filling out the course registration form.

[Photo] Scheduling conflicts: what is the master schedule, and how does it impact RBHS students?

February 26, 2024
The RBHS BruCrew shows support for the RBHS varsity basketball team on Feb. 13. The Bruins won against Hickman.

Hickman players prepare for a rebound after a successful shot from the Bruins. The RBHS Bruins won against Hickman on Feb. 13.

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Josh Muhirwa (11) protects the ball against a Hickman player. RBHS won against Hickman on Feb. 13.

[Photo] RBHS varsity basketball dominates, beats Hickman High School 62-46

February 15, 2024
Photo of RBHS student learning how to code. The Hackathon is open to any students, and it will take place Feb. 3, at Mizzou in Lafferre Hall from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Photos of the FAFSA and CSS Profile websites. The final deadline for the FAFSA is Jun. 30 and the CSS Profile is Feb. 25.

[Photo] FAFSA vs CSS Profile

February 2, 2024
Photo of student filling out the 2024-25 FAFSA form. Assistance from administrators in filling out the FAFSA form will be given during the FAFSA Frenzy, on Jan. 25 in the RBHS Media Center.

[Photo] RBHS to hold annual FAFSA Frenzy

January 25, 2024
During the City Council Meeting on Jan. 16, the audience raised their hands to show support for a ceasefire. Later that night, Mayor Buffaloe signed a proclamation calling for a ceasefire.

The RBHS Show Choir members strike their final pose concluding their City Lights opening performance on Jan. 11. This pose marks the end of the song Candle in the Wind/Saturday Night by Elton John featuring soloist Reid Fairlamb (11).

RBHS Show Choir premieres City Lights performance on Jan. 11

Bailey Blackburn, Photo Editor
January 15, 2024
Reid Fairlamb (11) sings his solo for the song Candle in the Wind/Saturday Night (it's alright for fighting) by Elton John. The RBHS Show Choir performance City Lights premiered Jan. 11.

RBHS Show Choir members Morgan Briley (12), Emma Blakey (12), and Peyton Irwin (11), perform as a trio alongside soloist Reid Fairlamb (11) during the performance of Candle in the Wind/Saturday Night (it's alright for fighting) by Elton John. The show choir performance City Lights premiered Jan. 11 in the RBHS PAC.

Show choir member Ellie Carlson (12) performs her solo of Stairway to Heaven during the City Lights performance. The show choir City Lights performance premiered Jan. 11 in the RBHS PAC.

Emily Blake (11) sings and dances during the RBHS show choir performance. The show choir performance City Lights premiered Jan. 11 in the RBHS PAC.

Camryn Coleman (12) performs her solo for the City Lights Show Choir performance. The City Lights performance is set to take place Jan. 11. in the RBHS PAC.

[Photo] RBHS Show Choir to premiere 2024 performance Jan. 11

January 10, 2024
Photo of empty art hallway.

[Photo] CPS struggles with staffing shortages

December 18, 2023
Southpaw staff celebrate the days leading up to winter break by playing a crafted playlist filled with the staff's favorite winter holiday songs.

Staff writer Ava Beary holds a cup of delicious hot cocoa.

Staff writer Natalya Horstmeier scoops a cup of warm hot cocoa.

Trey Clervi, champion of the 100 meter breaststroke, accepts his award of excellence on Dec. 11.

Athletic Director Mr. McGinty describes Trey Clervi's successes at the swim state meet to the school board on Dec 11.

Educators for safe schools set up a booth on the side of the road for protesters prior to the board meeting on Dec. 11.

Mr. Willoughby, a member of the school board, reviews the school board meeting schedule on Dec 11.

Educators advocating for safe schools protest on the side of the road prior to the board meeting on Dec 11.

[Photo] Board of Education holds meeting, teacher’s union protests

December 13, 2023
A delicious warm hot chocolate covered in marshmallows sits on the desk.

[Photo] High-Maintenance Hot Chocolate Recipe

December 12, 2023
Alyssa Ritter (9) plays hungry hungry hippos at the Thanks assembly.

Senior Izzy Arnett play game at Thanks assembly

RBHS cross country team celebrates state championship during Thanks assembly.

RBHS cross country team celebrates state championship during Thanks assembly.

Photo of participants at the Free Palestine Rally holding posters advocating for US government support of Palestine. The Free Palestine Rally took place outside of the RBHS main entrance on Oct. 25.

Photo of participants at the Free Palestine Rally holding posters advocating for US government support of Palestine. The Free Palestine Rally took place outside of the RBHS main entrance on Oct. 25.

Photo of the Boone County Nature School that is currently in construction. The Boone County Nature School is to open in June 2024.

Photo by Bailey Blackburn.

[Photo] On fall scents

October 31, 2023
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On favorite entertainment during the fall

Bailey Blackburn, Photo Editor
October 19, 2023
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Photo of Ozzie, a dog brought in by students of the Columbia Area Career Center. Other various animals such as Ozzie were brought into AG Day on Oct. 17.

RBHS football players make their grand entrance to kick off the homecoming game against Battle on Oct. 6. The game resulted in a win for the RBHS Bruins 38-0.

[Photo] RBHS defense smothers Battle High School, Bruins move to 5-2

October 9, 2023
RBHS BruCrew show of their school spirit and support for RBHS football by waving the Bruin flag at the homecoming game against Battle on Oct. 6.

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RBHS football players Crew Norden (11), Jeremy Woods (11) and Riley Rolwing (11) celebrate a touchdown at the homecoming game against Battle on Oct. 6.

Claire Richardson (10) runs alongside Reese McDevitt (11) from Francis Howell Central High School at the Gans Creek Classic on Sept 23. RBHS Varsity Boys finished 1st overall with 144 points total while Varsity Girls finished 7th overall with 320 points.

[Photo] RBHS cross country prevails in Gans Creek Classic

September 26, 2023
The audience at the MidMO PrideFest awaits the performances of the Yuppy Drag Story Hour on Sept. 24.

Students in the main hallway explore the various organizations represented at the Club Fair.

[Photo] RBHS holds annual Club Fair, gives students extracurricular involvement opportunities

McKenna Parker, Features Editor
September 14, 2023
Lizzy's Walk of Faith Foundation is hosting its annual 5k at Cosmo-Bethel Park Sept. 16. The event will happen from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and include pop-up shops, food trucks and its traditional walk-run.

[Photo] Lizzy’s Walk of Faith to host annual 5k

September 14, 2023
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RBHS Girls' Tennis played matches Sept. 8.

RBHS Girls' Tennis played matches Sept. 8.

RBHS Girls' Tennis played matches Sept. 8.

[Photo] Girls’ tennis defeats MICDS, Fayetteville

September 11, 2023
RBHS Varsity Volleyball competed against St. Dominic High School Sept 7.

[Photo] RBHS Volleyball fights, falls to St. Dominic High School

September 9, 2023
on favorite classes for next year

on favorite classes for next year

Bailey Blackburn, Photographer
January 23, 2023

[Photo] RBHS varsity girls’ basketball wins against Troy Buchanan 48-23 at home, maintaining a substantial lead from start to finish

January 12, 2023
On favorite past Halloween costumes

On favorite past Halloween costumes

Bailey Blackburn, Photographer
October 28, 2022
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[Photo] on fall traditions

Olivia Rollison, Artist
October 7, 2022
RBHS and HCHS huddle with their teammates after RBHS scores a point during the fourth set. Photo by Bailey Blackburn.

[Photo] RBHS volleyball loses 1-3 against Helias Catholic High School, addresses team vulnerabilities

Shubha Gautam, News Editor
September 29, 2022
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[Photo] Cross country makes in-state season race debut at Gans Creek Classic

Allison Kim, Editor-in-Chief
September 27, 2022
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[Photo] Decision to overturn Roe v. Wade creates unsafe abortions, exacerbates racial and economic disparities

Zay Yontz, Features Editor
May 20, 2022
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[Photo] Track and Field dominates competition, wins district championships

May 17, 2022
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[Photo] The Environmental Coalition wraps up initiative to counteract RBHS paper usage

Julia Kim, Staff Writer
March 24, 2022
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[Photo] Global Village international fashion show makes come back after COVID-19 cancellations

Anjali Noel Ramesh, Editor-in-Chief
March 21, 2022
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[Photo] Music aides therapy, promotes stress relief, relaxation

March 7, 2022
Photo by Bailey Blackburn.

Photo by Bailey Blackburn.

Junior Judah Belzer and senior Gram Coalier in "Noises Off."

[Photo] Winter play "Noises Off" brings talented student actors together

February 15, 2022
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[Photo] RBHS students walk out to demand return of masks

Nora Crutcher-McGowan, Editor-in-Chief
January 13, 2022
Photo by Bailey Blackburn.

[Photo] RBHS varsity boys basketball win vs KCE, 88-43

December 20, 2021
Photo by Bailey Blackburn

[Photo] Advanced Acting class debuts "The Outsiders"

December 2, 2021
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[Photo] Boys basketball defeats Marshall in home opener

Ketti Horton, Staff Writer
December 2, 2021
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[Photo] New volleyball head coach leads team to historic finish

Ketti Horton, Staff Writer
December 1, 2021
Photo by Bailey Blackburn.

[Photo] Fall musical “Bye Bye Birdie” closes with success

November 17, 2021
Photo by Bailey Blackburn.

[Photo] Boys' and girls' cross country teams finish second, fourth on state championship podium

November 9, 2021
Photo by Bailey Blackburn.

[Photo] Cross country fights for second place finish at Gans Creek Classic

September 28, 2021
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