All posts by Erin McRae
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Seniors prepare to vote in their first election
Many seniors are preparing to vote in their first ever election, one that many consider to be the most important one the country has ever...
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How to navigate college applications and scholarships for seniors
The process of college admissions can seem daunting at first for the unprepared high school senior, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed with the vast...
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Junior shares love of photography on Instagram
As Junior Audrey Ehler lines up her subject through the lens of her camera, her finger pushes down the button, freezing the moment for eternity....
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CFHS grads adjust to freshman year of college during COVID
As Alayna Yates gets ready for her first day of college at the University of Dayton, it looks a little different than normal. Opening her...
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Seniors adjust to college searches during COVID
As senior Sara Goodenbour stepped under the arch of Wartburg College’s entrance, she was one of few high school students who were able to continue...
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Junior shares her faith though new podcast during COVID
On any typical Sunday in Cedar Falls, hundreds of churchgoers pile into Orchard Hill Church for a morning of praise. Aisle after aisle is usually...
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Athletes working through loss of seasons, staying in shape during COVID
The whirlwind of the current pandemic has canceled events left and right, ripping away graduations and dances. But some of the most noticeable cancellations have...
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Self isolation inspiring teens to find creative ways of celebrating
With school being canceled and most major events canceled, many celebrations have been put on hold, but somehow, high schoolers have found ways to continue...
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During this pandemic, stay home and stay safe
It’s become clear in the last month that the idea of what is normal has changed considerably. Families are separated, students are out of classrooms,...
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Individual speech team prepares for state contest
After a successful contest at Districts, the speech team is busy with preparations for the individual state speech contest. Students from all over the state...
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DECA members prepare for competitions during COVID
DECA advisers Mike Hansel and Julie Cuvelier, two business teachers, are working together with students to make DECA happen. DECA (Distributive Business Clubs of America) is all about preparing...
