One of the most important roles in our education system is declining. We’re losing the people who are both undervalued, yet some of the most influential leaders in our local communities: teachers. It’s no surprise that the decline in teachers has been a trend since the pandemic. In fact, the N.C....

 Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill showcase many beautiful aspects of nature, including gardens, one of the most enticing parts of spring. Gardens make the perfect spot for photography, picnics, or a fun day with family and friends. Consider visiting the Raleigh Rose Garden, Sarah P. Duke Garden, WRAL...

  “Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe” by Benjamin Alire Sáenz is a queer coming-of-age young adult novel following two young Mexican-American boys, Aristotle “Ari” Mendoza and Dante Quintana.   Despite being published in 2012, “Aristotle and Dante Discover the...

    On Wednesday, President Biden signed a military and foreign aid package after it was quickly passed through the Senate and House of Representatives this past weekend. The bill gives $61 billion in weapons and loans to Ukraine, as well as $26 billion in military and humanitarian aid to Israel...

On Tuesday, Mr. Fisher’s marine ecology classes took a trip to a local nature preserve in Raleigh. Prairie Ridge Pond is a branch of the Natural Science Museum located downtown. This preserve and a few others are located in the area where the museum’s scientists do their research. Before the trip,...

  The Barkley Marathon is a 100-mile ultra marathon that few people can enter, and even fewer can race. Held in Frozen Head State Park in Morgan County, Tennessee, runners and photographers look forward to the event each year.    The event is held on a different day each year, but the race usually...