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Kansas State Wildcats Ranked #13th in the Country

Kansas State Wildcats Ranked #13th in the Country

adviser November 2, 2022

On Saturday, October 22nd, The Kansas State Wildcats took on the undefeated TCU Horned Frogs @ TCU. Early on in this game, the Wildcats Quarterback Adrian Martinez suffered an injury and had to be take...

Panthers vs. Falcons

Panthers vs. Falcons

Franki Dixon November 2, 2022

P, J. Walker and the Carolina Panthers hit the road to face the Atlantic Falcons in a NFC South matchup on Sunday at 12 PM. In week 7 the Falcons bounced back up from a 35-17 loss from the Cincinnati...

In Memory of Ted White

In Memory of Ted White

adviser October 31, 2022

Actor and stuntman Ted White passed away in his sleep at the age of 96, October 14, 2022. Ted White was a very good actor and stuntman who made many appearances in a lot of different movies. He is most...

Liam Hemsworth Replaces Henry Cavill in 'The Witcher'

Liam Hemsworth Replaces Henry Cavill in ‘The Witcher’

adviser October 31, 2022

Liam Replacing Henry It has been confirmed we are getting a season 3 and 4 of The Witcher. Henry Cavill will reprise his role as Geralt of Rivia in season 3. In season 4 however, Liam Hemsworth will...

Three of the Stupidest TikTok Trends

Three of the Stupidest TikTok Trends

Zoe Washington October 31, 2022

Stupid trends have been on the internet for years, but with the recent rise of TikTok popularity, many of these trends have moved and started on TikTok. With most of these trends or challenges, you'd...

Should The Driving Age be Moved to 18?

Should The Driving Age be Moved to 18?

Dahlia Garcia October 31, 2022

More than 46,000 people die in car crashes each year, according to the Annual United States Road Crash Statistics. So, who is most at risk? Ages 16-19 are the highest risk for motor vehicle crashes as...

Washington's Creek Fire swells to 2,000 acres

Washington’s Creek Fire swells to 2,000 acres

Franki Dixon October 31, 2022

On Sunday, October 17th, 2022, the Nakia Creek was caught on fire which grew rapidly to 2,000 acres in size causing authorities to order 2,900 homes to evacuate. The fire threatened tens of thousands...

The Millenium Prize Problems

The Millenium Prize Problems

Ollie Cockrum October 31, 2022
Reading Time: 4 minutesImagine earning $1 million, just for solving math problems.
Olathe school closes due to 150 students and staff being ill

Olathe school closes due to 150 students and staff being ill

Franki Dixon October 31, 2022

Olathe's school district has closed their elementary school in Olathe KS due to a high number of students and staff being absent. The Johnson County Department of Health and Environment recommended that...

South High's Newspaper Issue is Out Now!

South High’s Newspaper Issue is Out Now!

Zoe Washington October 31, 2022

The Torch has released its first paper issue of the 2022-23 school year! This issue has special Homecoming and Halloween stories featured in them. Our newspaper is designed by our advisor (Mr. Welch)...

Ways to Celebrate Dia de los Muertos

Ways to Celebrate Dia de los Muertos

Anthony Gonzalez-Medina October 31, 2022

Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) or Dia de Muertos is a traditionally Mexican holiday celebrated November 1st and 2nd. For many outsiders to the culture Dia de los Muertos may sound like Mexico's...

Kansas City Chiefs vs Buffalo Bills Overview

Kansas City Chiefs vs Buffalo Bills Overview

adviser October 31, 2022

1st Quarter The Buffalo Bills start off with the ball first and on 2nd and 11 Josh Allen throws to his wide receiver for a 10+ yard gain. The Bills are driving down the field, looking like they are...

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