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Smoke Signals Student Media

The student news site of George Rogers Clark High School

Smoke Signals Student Media

The student news site of George Rogers Clark High School

Smoke Signals Student Media

Out with the old habits, in with the new to you
Out with the old habits, in with the new to you
Heiraelle Osborne, Multimedia Staff • January 22, 2025

Society has one huge problem: Overconsumption. Lululemon this. Uggs that. Think about all of the clothes you have bought over the years, just to...

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The annual MLK breakfast was a huge success once again.
MLK Jr. event continues to unite community
Heiraelle Osborne, Multimedia Staff • January 22, 2025

On Monday, Jan. 20, Winchester held its annual Martin Luther King Jr. celebration event, and it was one of the most inspiring, beautiful, uplifting...

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FCA has grown substantially over the past few years at GRC.
FCA brings students together
Levi Ross, Multimedia Staff • January 21, 2025

Lifelong friendships, Bible studies, devotion time. Fellowship of Christian Athletes is looking to grow in size and popularity. This club is about keeping...

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Carter Johnston performs with the Lexington Theatre Company through their high school apprentice program.
GRC sophomore shines on stage
Karlee Gray, Multimedia Staff • January 21, 2025

Stage fright is a common anxiety among many teenagers, but there is one GRC student who thrives in the spotlight: Carter Johnston.  Johnston, a sophomore,...

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Malachi Ashford looks for an open teammate.
The time has wound down: High school needs a shot clock
Wade Johnson, Multimedia Staff • January 13, 2025

High school basketball is huge just about anywhere you go, especially in Kentucky; however, with many states beginning to implement a shot clock, is...

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Reese Patrick nails a header during the district championship.
Standout player graduates early, joins EKU
Ben Cantrell, Managing Editor • January 13, 2025

For most students, high school marks the end of their competitive sporting career. Only around 7% of high school athletes play a varsity sport in college....

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Clark County fans come together for their sports
Clark County fans come together for their sports
Annie Lucas, Social Director • January 8, 2025

When most people picture Winchester, beer cheese, historical buildings, or Ale-8 often come to mind. However, Clark County is also known for for bringing...

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Students with cool co-ops share about their jobs
Students with cool co-ops share about their jobs
Olivia Brownlee, Features Editor • January 8, 2025

GRC has always been determined on setting their students up for success. Offering so many career pathways allows students to either begin a career or...

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Gabriella Moldonado
GRC freshman reaches for the stars (and beyond)
Karlee Gray, Multimedia Staff • January 8, 2025

Students at GRC reach for the stars when it comes to achievements, but freshman Gabriella Maldonado is taking things to new heights. Maldonado attended...

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A minute a week changes the course for GRC
A minute a week changes the course for GRC
Olivia Brownlee, Features Editor • January 8, 2025

“Happy Monday GRC!” This well-known quote accompanied with a very familiar face that pops up on your feed every Monday has become a popular component...

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GRC seniors Anna Barnes and Gracie Cecil with Baker student Zuleymi Perez Flores
Baker Ladies Luncheon brings students of all ages together
Annie Lucas, Social Director • January 7, 2025

Stepping into intermediate school can be a really scary time for students. Making friends is suddenly a lot more difficult than it was in elementary. It's...

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Clark County FFA members gather outside of the Lucas Oil Stadium at FFA National Convention
Clark County FFA continues to shine as a three-star chapter
Cole Horn, Multimedia Staff • January 7, 2025

The FFA’s three-star rating is the highest that the FFA Organization can bestow, and for the second year in a row, our very own Clark County FFA Chapter...

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Abby Crase, Meredith Boone, Caroline Harper, Sydney Antoniou, Olivia Brownlee
Nutcracker: a Winchester holiday gem
McKinley Hacker, Managing Editor • January 7, 2025

The lights dim, you hear the hum of classical music ring in your ears, the curtains open, and the show begins. A classic Christmas tradition all over...

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Lawsons reopen Pilot View Market, keep tradition going
Lawsons reopen Pilot View Market, keep tradition going
Janeice Gwynne, Multimedia Staff • January 7, 2025

Shop local! Small businesses are what keep our little town spinning. The heart of our community is founded upon the entrepreneurs solely focused on...

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GRC graduates traditionally wore red and white gowns until the change to black for the Class of 2024.
Bring back the red and white cap and gown tradition
Sydney Antoniou, Multimedia Staff • January 7, 2025

“Class of 2025, I now pronounce you, graduates!”  At this exact moment, GRC graduates take off their caps and give them the ceremonial toss.  The...

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Heidi Castle
Heidi Castle
Multimedia Staff

In a world where dreams intertwine with reality, I, Heidi Castle, embark on a journey like no other,...

Kaleigh Stamper
Kaleigh Stamper
Multimedia Staff

Hey guys! I’m Kaleigh Stamper, and I guess you could say I’m funny—at least I think so! I love...

McKinley Hacker
Mckinley Hacker
Managing Editor

Hello! My name is McKinley Hacker. I am a lover of many things but mainly coffee, and my friends and...

Libby Taylor
Libby Taylor
Photo/Graphics Editor

Hi I’m Libby Taylor and I am one of the seniors on the Smoke Signals team. Smoke Signals has broadened...

Ava Mardis
Ava Mardis
Sports Editor

Hi my name is Ava, and I have a lot of flava. Been in smoke signals media for 3 years now, but I’m...