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Telling the story of LHS mattered

Telling the story of LHS mattered

By Zia Kelly
May 26, 2016
With no notification requirements, schools are unable to make informed decisions if students with criminal offenses need alternative education options.

Schools not notified of students with sex offenses

By Zia Kelly
April 22, 2016
KITE complications are unacceptable

KITE complications are unacceptable

By Zia Kelly
March 26, 2016
Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders spoke at the Douglas County fairgrounds on March 3, after previously coming through the area on Feb. 24 in Kansas City. “It [the speech] was very strong and he touched on all the topics that matter and should decide this election,” junior Noah Kuzca said. Kuzca, along with other members of LHS’s Young Democrats Club, went to both rallies.

Democratic presidential candidate hosts two area rallies, students show support

By Zia Kelly
March 24, 2016
Handicap buttons on the interior and exterior of entrances allow students with physical disabilities to navigate campus. However, some of the buttons have stopped working throughout the year.

School facilities don’t measure up for people with disabilities

By Zia Kelly
March 23, 2016
Students 'feel the Bern' two days before the Kansas caucus

Students ‘feel the Bern’ two days before the Kansas caucus

By Zia Kelly
March 3, 2016
Sophomore Stephen Johnson warms up during Saturday morning practice on Dec. 5. The team began its season with a second place finish at the Free State quad on Dec. 2.

[Photo] Experience pushes team ahead

By Colton Lovelace
December 15, 2015
Former president Bill Clinton gave an acceptance speech on Nov. 23 for the Dole Leadership Prize. Photo courtesy of Sam Goodwin

Clinton accepts award at KU

By Zia Kelly
December 10, 2015
Sophomore Chisato Kimura, and seniors Anna-Marie Turner, Payton Smith and Kaytlin Riedesel training to become Yellow Ribbon Ambassadors. "I took it because a few of my friends have experienced thoughts of suicide,” Smith said. “And I want to be able to help people.”

Students train to prevent suicide

By Luna Stephens and Zia Kelly
December 10, 2015
A "Free Spirit" is selected from each state and Washington D. C. to spend a week in the Capitol to learn about the journalism industry. Courtesy of the Newseum Insititute

Editor joins student journalists from across the nation at D.C. conference

By Zia Kelly
December 1, 2015
The two Yellow Ribbon note drop off boxes are in the library and in room 139.

Feedback sought for suicide prevention story

By Zia Kelly
November 30, 2015
Former president Bill Clinton on Monday spoke at the Lied Center, where he received the Dole Leadership Prize.

Bill Clinton receives Dole Leadership Prize

By Zia Kelly
November 23, 2015
Basketball team back at it

Basketball team back at it

By Zia Kelly, Editor
November 23, 2015
Kansas campuses to allow concealed carry

Kansas campuses to allow concealed carry

By Zia Kelly
November 19, 2015
Active consent becomes new norm

Active consent becomes new norm

By Zia Kelly and Kansas Gibler
November 19, 2015
Editorial: Achievement gap figures don't tell the whole story

Editorial: Achievement gap figures don’t tell the whole story

By Zia Kelly
November 8, 2015
Members of HANG12, like Rochelly Elias and Evondi Weston, review art to choose pieces for their shows.

Exhibiting new aesthetics

By Zia Kelly
October 27, 2015
A letter from the editors

A letter from the editors

By Kansas Gibler and Zia Kelly
October 25, 2015
Challenges — Many transgender students find difficulty in navigating daily tasks because of marginalization. The district is working to adress their challenges by providing gender-neutral bathrooms.

District working to meet needs of LGBT students

By Zia Kelly
October 22, 2015
Biology teacher Ann Foster teaches a class of 24 students in 2015.

Funding ‘blocked’ from public schools

By Zia Kelly
September 29, 2015

ROARing too loud

By Zia Kelly
September 24, 2015
Safety concerns arise after man walks in on annex class

Safety concerns arise after man walks in on annex class

By Zia Kelly
May 15, 2015

Female students succeed in a male-dominated auto shop class

By Zia Kelly and Cortlynn Stark
April 27, 2015
Graphic by Joaquin Dorado Mariscal

KSHSAA unaccommodating of student press

By Zia Kelly
April 13, 2015
Exiting through the front doors, seniors Isaiah Young and Jose Tryon pass through one of the 22 open entrances that the school has during the day. The front entrance will be remodeled to be more secure next year.

Secure building out of reach

By Zia Kelly
April 8, 2015
Senior Anthony Bonner and other players were embraced by fans after Saturday's loss in the championship game against Wichita East.

Lions fall to Wichita East, finish second in 6A basketball tournament

By Zia Kelly
March 14, 2015
John Barbee pushes to the basket during the first half of the state championship game.

Halftime Report: Lions trail Wichita East in state championship game

By Zia Kelly
March 14, 2015
Pregame: Lions take on Wichita East at 6:15 p.m.

Pregame: Lions take on Wichita East at 6:15 p.m.

By Zia Kelly
March 14, 2015
Junior Justin Roberts bounces the ball at the free throw line during Friday's semifinal game against Shawnee Mission North.

Audio: Players looking forward to championship game

By Cortlynn Stark and Zia Kelly
March 14, 2015
Teammates huddle on the court before the game.

Lions gear up for championship game, reflect on season

By Zia Kelly
March 14, 2015
Senior Anthony Bonner drives down the court during the first half of Friday's semifinal basketball game. Bonner finished the game with 20 points.

Lions advance to championship game for 6A state basketball

By Zia Kelly
March 13, 2015
Junior Justin Roberts inbounds the ball during the first half of the game against Shawnee Mission North. The Lions led 24-17 at halftime.

Lions lead 24-17 at half in state semifinals

By Zia Kelly
March 13, 2015
Senior Logan Applegate warms up with the team before Friday's semifinal game.

Pre-game Q & A with Coach Mike Lewis

By Zia Kelly
March 13, 2015
Pushing through a Shawnee Mission Northwest player, junior Anthony Harvey makes his way to the basket during the March 4 substate game. The Lions won 79-45.

Pregame Report: Lions take on SM North at 8:15 tonight

By Zia Kelly
March 13, 2015
Graphic by Shawn Han

Kansas avoids disease outbreak

By Zia Kelly
March 11, 2015
Maneuvering past an Olathe Northwest player, junior Justin Roberts helped lead the Lions to a 70-34 victory at home on Feb. 13. Roberts scored 13 points.

Shooting for a state title

By Cortlynn Stark and Zia Kelly
March 4, 2015
Assisting with an art project, senior Grace Barr volunteers with the Boys and Girls Club at Schwegler Elementary every day after school.

[Photo] Senior sets example for youths

By Kate Rettig
March 4, 2015
Court says schools need more funding

Court says schools need more funding

By Zia Kelly
February 4, 2015
Greeting the seven thousand Lawrence citizens that crowded Anchutez Athletic Pavilion, President Barack Obama gave his speech at KU on Jan. 22 after his State of the Union.

Presidental address targets students

By Zia Kelly
February 4, 2015

Students crowd in for Obama speech at KU

By Zia Kelly
January 22, 2015
Photo courtesy of Aidan Rothrock

Best School-Sponsored Trip – Hiratsuka, Japan

By Zia Kelly, The Budget
December 30, 2014
Letter from the Editors

Letter from the Editors

By Zia Kelly, Kyra Haas
December 15, 2014
Graphic by Joaquin Dorado-Mariscal

Kansas involved in immigration discussion

By Zia Kelly
November 18, 2014
Graphic By Nick Steichen

Pro athletic initiatives spur change

By Zia Kelly
November 14, 2014
Giving his concession speech, Paul Davis announced the election results at the Davis/Docking watch party at Abe and Jake’s on Nov. 4. “Moments ago, I called Gov. Brownback and congratulated him on winning his second term,” Davis said in his speech. “Brownback is a man of conviction who loves our state. His lifelong commitment to public service is remarkable, and I congratulate him on his victory tonight.”

Alumnus loses governor bid

By Zia Kelly
November 12, 2014
Davis falls to Brownback, Republicans sweep other offices

Davis falls to Brownback, Republicans sweep other offices

By Zia Kelly
November 4, 2014
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Midterm election polls closed, results compiling

By Zia Kelly
November 4, 2014
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Both schools disparaged on vandalized bus

By Zia Kelly
September 26, 2014
Police investigate anti-Free State vandalism

Police investigate anti-Free State vandalism

By Cortlynn Stark, Nikk McCollum, Zia Kelly, and
September 22, 2014

Students discuss bus vandalism

By Zia Kelly
September 22, 2014
Mascots Chesty and Freddie meet at the football game Friday night at LHS.

A response to ‘classy’ behavior

By Zia Kelly
September 21, 2014
BYOD makes it big

BYOD makes it big

By Zia Kelly
September 17, 2014
World’s largest waterslide will open in Kansas City

World’s largest waterslide will open in Kansas City

By Zia Kelly
April 30, 2014
Lawrence high graduates succeed

Lawrence high graduates succeed

By Zia Kelly
April 9, 2014
Bill could prohibit minors from tanning

Bill could prohibit minors from tanning

By Zia Kelly
March 12, 2014
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