School is almost out, which means enjoying a three-month-long summer vacation! While some people might be traveling out of the state or even the country, there are many fun things to explore within North Carolina. There are many hidden gems and beautiful sights to see in this state. One of those is the city of New Bern. It is a
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Most people can remember their first day of high school and the nerves that accompanied it. The stress of navigating your schedule and the seemingly labyrinthian hallways confuse everybody when they first arrive at Apex. Not to mention having to meet the people and teachers in your new classes. With only about a month left of school, seniors will soon
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The month of May is considered Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Its purpose is to recognize the important contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders to the culture and history of the United States. It is important to know why and how this celebration came about, the importance of the holiday, and how Apex High has
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Last weekend on April 13th was UFC 300. It featured many popular and fierce fighters including Alex Pereira and Jamahal Hill as the main fight of the night. Some say it was the greatest card in MMA history, and after seeing how the fights played out, it definitely lived up to the hype. Ryley Atkinson (‘25), an avid UFC fan,
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A few weeks ago, a friend recommended to me the Shatter Me series by Tahereh Mafi. At first I just tossed it in my ever-growing To Be Read (TBR) pile, and I thought I would forget about it. I remember seeing countless recommendations for it on BookTok, but I had never given it a chance because people have had the
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Whether you are a rising junior or senior, registering for Wake Tech can be a long and confusing process. There are many steps and requirements students need to meet, so some might give up before they can start. However, the College and Career Promise program at Apex is worth trying out for anyone looking to get college credits in high
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The Apex Peak Players are proud to present the Dolly Parton-inspired musical 9 to 5! After several months of hard work and extensive practice, the production is ready to hit the stage. It is a story of three secretaries working in an office in the ‘70s and overcoming the many challenges that life throws at them. Packed with a wide
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Valentine’s Day is a holiday typically celebrated by giving out candy, chocolates, flowers, and love letters to your lover either by some grand gesture or a simple, romantic one. It is also popular to celebrate with friends. However, the holiday has come a long way since its first known origins dating as far back as 270 AD. There are many
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The start of a new year is the perfect time to set new goals and resolutions. However, people often find themselves struggling with maintaining their commitments and are typically unmotivated by the end of the first week. There may be a few reasons for that, but some simple changes in both the way a goal is written and the approach
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‘Tis the season for Hallmark Christmas movies! While some people might find them cliché or repetitive, there’s something about this genre that “encapsulates the warm fuzzy feeling of Christmas,” according to Mrs. McGee, an avid fan of Hallmark movies. She provided some recommendations for her all-time favorites. Five More Minutes is a touching story of a woman traveling back to
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