Free State Journalism

The components of fantasy sports are quite contradicting; they use stats from real athletes in real time to build make-believe teams that fill leagues across America. It conjoins casual players with serious players, contributing to the lucrative industry that is Fantasy Football.

OPINION: Fantasy Football The components of fantasy sports are quite contradicting; they use stats from real athletes in real time to build make-believe teams that fill leagues across America. It conjoins casual players with serious players, contributing to the lucrative industry that is Fantasy Football. What is supposed to...

As of Sept. 13, 2023, the Kansas State High School Activities Association Board of Directors voted 42-17 in favor of extending the baseball season to 26 games, after rejecting the proposal in a vote last spring.

SPORTS: KSHSAA Baseball Increase Games As of Sept. 13, 2023, the Kansas State High School Activities Association Board of Directors voted 42-17 in favor of extending the baseball season to 26 games, after rejecting the proposal in a vote last spring. Many are curious as to how that will shape the season and how it will flow into the post...

After a long-awaited eight to ten years, the Five Nights at Freddy’s movie came out on Oct. 27. Many fans had mixed reviews over the film, some liked it, and some did not. As a Five Nights at Freddy’s [FNAF] fan myself, I had to say I didn’t love it, but I did not hate it.

REVIEW: The Five Nights at Freddy’s Movie After a long awaited eight to ten years, the Five Nights at Freddy’s movie came out on Oct. 27. Many fans had mixed reviews over the film, some liked it, some did not. As a Five Nights at Freddy’s [FNAF] fan myself, I had to say I didn’t love it, but I did not hate...

“Having a therapy dog in our hallways brings smiles to lots of faces,” counselor Julia Johnson said. “He goes on walks with students and spends time with them when they’re feeling overwhelmed or anxious.”

Security guard Dee Kemp adopts a new puppy to add to the therapy dog roster.

FEATURE: Dog Tales On Oct. 16, Marlo was brought to school by security guard Demetrius Kemp. Students have enjoyed this newest addition to the school and hope to see a lot more of Marlo. “Having a therapy dog in our hallways brings smiles to lots of faces,” counselor Julia Johnson said. “He goes on walks with st...

“I follow in the footsteps of outstanding educators and artists that have impacted many individuals, students and educational institutions around the community and world,” Melissa Smith, assistant band director said.

Smith received the Lied Center's Impact Award this year in recognition of her time as a music educator at both Free State and West Middle School over the years.

FEATURE: Impactful Individual Every year, an exceptional teacher is awarded the Impact Award from the Lied center; this year, assistant band director Melissa Smith won the award. The award has been given to educators and musicians in the community for over 20 years. Smith, who works at both Free State and West Middle School was....