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FLYING HIGH: Ruby steps bravely into a stunt based by fellow cheerleaders who cheer her on as she flies. Ruby was born with Down syndrome, but she is pushing past the stereotypes about individuals with disabilities.

Freshman raises disability awareness

Savannah Riggins, Feature Page Editor October 20, 2025

Clad in a red and black uniform, freshman Ruby Plachta steps onto the field, poms in hand and a shining smile on her face. Plachta joined the JV Bowie Cheer team this year, and she strives to bring an...

Singer lets go in stunning debut song

Charlotte Schwarte, Objective Executive Editor October 16, 2025

Senior Ava Clark stands there for a moment, staring at her mirrored reflection looking back at her. There’s a crackle as a voice echoes in the padded room, telling her to begin. She inhales and steadies...

CHEESING FOR THE CAMERA: Chris Simons smiles down at his phone, just as he greets the teaching focused TikToks he makes.  Simons’ TikTok content varies from “day-in-the-life’s” to skits.

TikTok trendsetter takes over the Bowie teaching world

Morgan Hertel, Reporter October 10, 2025

Through the crowded halls, a new teacher has become a familiar face to not only his students in the classroom, but also thousands of people on social media. He transforms regular classroom moments into...

UNSTOPPABLE ENERGY: Frost loses himself in the rhythm, his focus intense as he drums with passion. Each strike is a reflection of the hard work and dedication to his music career.

Junior drummer snares the spotlight

Savannah Riggins, Feature Editor June 5, 2025

Under the glow of stage lights and the roar of a crowd, three teenagers who met through a shared love of music and were molded in the rehearsal rooms of School of Rock, the band Requient isn’t just playing...

PAINTING FOR PERFECTION: Elena Zapiain paints her nails, fixing the small details for the finished product. Zapiain has been interested in nail art and design since she was in 5th grade.

Zapiain sparks creativity with nail art

Charlotte Schwarte, Feature Editor May 26, 2025

The sharp smell of nail polish fills the air, as sophomore Elena Zapiain’s eyes glance over her materials. She steadies her hand before she glides a brush over one nail, the task almost meditative in...

Junior’s lifelong love of music leads to launch of lyrics

Eliza Williams, Dispatch Reporter May 20, 2025

Stepping in the recording studio, a beat is playing, the sound of drums echoing through the room. Junior Nick Forrest sits before a laptop, reading the lyrics he’s written. Carefully looking them over,...

A picture perfect prom season begins

A picture perfect prom season begins

Charlotte Schwarte, Feature Editor May 19, 2025

As the first signs of spring emerge, prom season takes over the minds of high schoolers nationwide. However, for senior Neela Lerma and junior Peyton York the big night doesn’t just mean picking out...

Artist utilizes tattooing as an outlet for his creative ideas

Sofia Yordanova, Dispatch Reporter May 16, 2025

Arranging his tools and putting on a pair of rubber gloves, senior Tuffy Hall begins to work on a new tattoo. Only using his mind as a reference, he free-hands intricate details and line-work onto the...

Miah McAulay races ahead in statewide competition

Miah McAulay races ahead in statewide competition

Olivia Hunter, Dispatch Reporter May 12, 2025

Running eight laps around a track is often physically and mentally exhausting for most people. But for Miah McAulay, it’s where she feels the most at ease. On a sunny Saturday afternoon at Burger...

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