Freedom Area High School's Student Newspaper

FHS Press

Freedom Area High School's Student Newspaper

FHS Press

Freedom Area High School's Student Newspaper

FHS Press

The defamation trial between the two well-known actors, Johnny Depp and Amber Heard, continues.

Celebrities Amber Heard, Johnny Depp face controversy

Ana Shipman and Janey Parks May 24, 2022

Johnny Depp and Amber Heard, the once-famous couple, have recently gone to court against each other for defamation of character after Heard accused Depp of domestic abuse.  Heard is no stranger to...

Junior Leyasa Young steps out and pitches the ball during a game against Mohawk on April 4.

Softball team finishes off season strong

Mikalah Smith, Asst. Sports Editor May 24, 2022

As the end of the school year is right around the corner, the softball team wrapped up their season too. The team consisted of 13 girls and a new head coach, Ray Pranskey and assistant coach Ron May. Moving...

Ms. Emily Rickard’s band students sit on stage during their spring concert on May 4. The flutes rest while the saxophones play along to the melody.

Spring melodies

Paige Young, News Editor May 24, 2022

As spring is in the air, so are people’s spirits. On Wednesday, May 4, at 7 p.m., Ms. Jennifer Newman’s chorus students performed their spring concert, along with Ms. Emily Rickard’s jazz and concert...

Safe space or free speech?

Safe space or free speech?

Editorial Board May 24, 2022

With Elon Musk buying Twitter, many conversations have sparked about whether or not one believes social media should have violations or not. There are many pros and cons to the chances of social media...

Students show off their prom flowers in a circle on May 6.

April showers bring May flowers

Megan Evans, Copy Editor May 24, 2022

With rainy April days wrapping up, warmer air flows in adjacent to May. The name of the month, May, originates from Greek mythology – from the Greek goddess Maia. Maia is associated with growing and...

Still in shock, junior Megan Evans is congratulated by PSPA Contest Chair Paul Fantaski after winning the Editorial Cartoon contest at States on March 30.

Capturing news through eyes of media

Jessica Majors, Photo Editor May 24, 2022

Three tasks that come very naturally to students that take part in media classes at Freedom: recording a video, writing an article and capturing an image. Advised by Mr. Aaron Fitzpatrick, Print Media...

You are not alone

You are not alone

Editorial Board May 2, 2022

Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) was founded to raise awareness and prevent sexual assault, harassment and abuse. Sexual assault consists of any type of sexual activity or contact without consent,...

Will Smith slapped comedian Chris Rock across the face at the 94th annual Academy Awards ceremony on March 27.

Reality is a ‘slap in the face’

Alexa Davis, Features Editor May 2, 2022

Most social media users are accustomed to seeing celebrities on their feed, whether it be photos from a recent award show or daily updates on a superstar’s life. However, where do people draw the line...

Winter clothing is easy to cover up in while summer clothing can be uncomfortable.

Summertime sadness

Megan Evans, Copy Editor May 2, 2022

As winter starts wrapping up, the warm summer air starts flowing in. With swimming in the pool, tanning in the sun, relaxing outside and hanging out with friends, summer is a month of great times and no...

Communication is an important part of sports to win and make good plays. The coach calls a mound visit to bring the team together to communicate and get their heads back in the game against the Rochester Rams on March 31.

Baseball team faces challenges throughout season

Skylar Scobbo, Asst. Features Editor May 2, 2022

So far, the baseball season has not been going as well as the players had hoped. Currently with a 0-6 record, the team has a very slim chance of making it to the playoffs. However, the team is still working...

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