Archives

Does the flag still represent all American people?

The transition back into in person learning will be, without a doubt, one of the most difficult chapters in the story of the 21st century...

During the terrorist attacks on the U.S. on 9/11 in New York, Pennsylvania, and Washington, nearly 3,000 people died. Ultimately, the...

The way an individual dresses can say a lot about them. Conversely, the way an individual must dress says even more.

As summer comes to a close, and all go into fall and a new school year, minds wander wistfully back to vacation. For some, thoughts will...

This Homecoming week, AFHS welcomes everyone back with open arms. After the whirlwind of a hectic, yet somber past two years, it feels...

The complexity of the story and characters are refreshing and make the show one-of-a-kind.

With senior year flying by, Veach contemplates his options, thinking about potential colleges and plans for his future.

As school begins and students get back into the groove of things, COVID-19 continues to spread through schools across the state. For the...

Sports like volleyball at AFHS have made a comeback.

Here at Apex Friendship High School, Friday night football has always been more than just a game...

By allowing choice clubs to host meetings during Patriot Time, the period will be given a new purpose.

Following music-sharing service Napster’s success starting in 2000, everyone knew the music industry would change forever. But no one...

Many events depicted in television have impacted culture and society. For a while now, a lot of people may have noticed an eerie...

Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse, directed by Bob Persichetti, Peter Ramsey, and Rodney Rothman, stars Shameik Moore and Jake Johnson....

Many of us have heard of various scandals and allegations in different categories, but many don’t know of the famous cheating scandals...

After a roller coaster ride of a school year, summer break lies just around the corner. The lazy days and exciting vacations awaiting...

By a show of hands, who still reads newspapers? Not necessarily the New York Times or USA Today websites, but do print newspapers still...

In the world of fashion, diversity and inclusive values are on the rise.

On June 25, 1978, in San Francisco’s United Nations Plaza for Gay Pride Day, the rainbow flag flew for the first time. Gilbert Baker, an...

Many people will agree that 2020 could go down as one of the most horrible, devastating, and emotionally draining years in human history....

Many people enjoy the various holidays celebrated throughout the year, like Christmas, Hanukkah, Ramadan, and more. These holidays bring...

The senior editors of the AFHS Patriot Press write one final article as a farewell.

With the summer season incoming as pools open and exams start, treats can be an essential part of a great summer experience. Whether the...

Excluding the purchase of alcohol or cigarettes and rental cars or hotel rooms, an adolescent can pretty much do anything a regular human...

Ever since the vaccine race began, the debate on whether or not to put a patent on the vaccines has raged forward. Recently, the concept...

According to History, Juneteenth, short for June 19th, commemorates the day that federal troops arrived in Texas to take control of the...

Just like no two people can be exactly the same, no one’s skin needs the same care as someone else. Some people have dry skin, oily skin,...

During the day, it can be easy to get pulled into school, stress, and scrolling social media. Many high school students find themselves...

Whether the service of choice be Netflix or Amazon Prime, Redbox or Blockbuster, alas, Blockbuster is no more, picking a movie to watch...

Creating a resume as a high school student can be difficult. Limited work experience, basic class selections, and the lack of thought...

Racism lives everywhere and no one can escape it. No matter how hard people try, it seems unlikely that racism will disappear any time...

This quick quiz can help indicate whether you fall under the extrovert or introvert category.

Helping others can improve one's health, life skills, and future.

Pandemic. Quarantine. Social distancing. Virtual academy. Unprecedented times. These words create a true cacophony for students and...

One of the best ways to prepare for college and show colleges you can handle their courses would be by taking AP classes. With AP exams...

With decision day having passed, the college season for the Class of 2022 begins. With over 5,300 choices to choose from, the next four...

Though a common school assignment, reading up on the latest news and identifying a particular event’s key points can be a rather...

Ever since January 2021, the media has been focused on mass shootings across the country. Some blame the pandemic, others question how...

As kids, many of us grew up watching channels like Nickelodeon, Boomerang, and Cartoon Network, but one in particular raised the bar for...

As the 2021 NFL season comes nearer and nearer, one important aspect of the NFL season still has not come to pass, that being the 2021...

Cruella DeVil, also known as the white and black-clad wanna-be puppy killer, needs no introduction.

Many may be new to working out and wind up venturing to the gym alone, increasing since the lockdown hit in March 2020. With the need to...

As vaccinations ramp up and the pandemic slowly comes to an end, the idea of looking back on the events of 2020 and 2021 might not sound...

Social media has rapidly become a staple in everyday life. Social media helps in many categories such as business, school, communication,...

Think of any long-awaited senior year rite of passage. What comes to mind? The most common would likely be graduation, senior ditch day,...

With so many new books to choose from in the world of Young Adult literature, selecting the next read can seem like an exhausting chore,...

During the month of March 2021, President Biden’s American Rescue Plan has been recently passed by Congress. The plan remains ambitious,...

The notion of athanasia, the state of being unaffected by death, has been pondered by many.