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Violet Newton

Violet Newton, Editor in Chief of News

Violet is the Content Director and Opinions Editor for the News Staff. She has been on staff since her freshman year, she loves writing opinions, copy editing, and helping others try new writing styles. She plans to attend a four-year college to pursue public relations.

All content by Violet Newton

May 20, 2025 | Knight TV

By Violet Newton and Drew Johnson
Published: 22 hours ago

May 19, 2025 | Knight TV

By Violet Newton and Drew Johnson
Published: May 19, 2025
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Netflix’s Hit Psychological Thriller “You” Leaves Fans on the Edges of Their Seats

By Violet Newton, News Editor in Chief
Published: May 19, 2025
Conley & Krekeler pose for a photo. The couple recently committed to the same college.

Seniors Collin Conley and Camille Krekeler Choose To Go All in on the Same College

By Drew Johnson and Violet Newton
Published: May 12, 2025
Community members utilize the skate park on May 1.

St. Charles Skate Park Becomes a Congenial Gathering Place for Local Youth

By Violet Newton and Abby Dunbar
Published: May 2, 2025
The Move Out [Personal Column]

The Move Out [Personal Column]

By Violet Newton, Editor in Chief of News
Published: April 22, 2025

April 15, 2025 | Knight TV

By Violet Newton and Drew Johnson
Published: April 15, 2025
Where Book Banning Began in Missouri and What it Means for FHN

Where Book Banning Began in Missouri and What it Means for FHN

By Violet Newton, Editor in Chief of News
Published: April 14, 2025
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Students Turn Personal Celebration into a New Event at FHN

By Violet Newton, News Editor in Chief
Published: March 31, 2025

March 21, 2025 | Knight TV

By Violet Newton
Published: March 21, 2025
Disney's Live-Action "Snow White" Appears in Theaters Despite the Controversy

Disney’s Live-Action “Snow White” Appears in Theaters Despite the Controversy

By Violet Newton, Newspaper Editor-in-Chief
Published: March 20, 2025

March 18, 2025 | Knight TV

By Violet Newton and Drew Johnson
Published: March 18, 2025
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[Photo] Si Pudiera Devolver el Tiempo [Personal Column]

By Jose De La Paz, Sports Photo Staffer
Published: March 19, 2025

March 7, 2025 | Knight TV

By Violet Newton, Drew Johnson, and Laney Quandt
Published: March 7, 2025
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What to Expect From This Year’s Snowcoming in a New Space

By Violet Newton, Newspaper Editor-in-Chief
Published: February 27, 2025
Marcy’s Project is one of many charities in the St. Louis and St. Charles area, but the only one on this list that partners directly with FHSD while helping others in the community.

[Photo] Hidden Heroes in the Area Offer a Way to Give Back to the Community

By Peyton Thies, Online Editor
Published: February 21, 2025
How do Journalists Integrate Artificial Intelligence While Maintaining Audience Trust?

How do Journalists Integrate Artificial Intelligence While Maintaining Audience Trust?

By Violet Newton, Newspaper Editor-in-Chief
Published: February 20, 2025
Trey Lukitcsh helps Diane Thompson with her computer issues. Lukitsch frequently fixes computers all over the school and helps with other WiFi issues. He was especially important last year in reseting students’ passwords when Wi-Fi in the school was compromised.

[Photo] Trey Lukitcsh Opens Up on Life as a District Technician

By Michaela Manfull, Design EIC
Published: January 29, 2025
Dan Lamb converses with students in his Black History class.

[Photo] Black History Class Sheds a Light on Historical Impacts Shown in Today’s Society

By Caleb Thompson, News Staffer
Published: January 28, 2025
Ornaments shown for purchase at Reno's for a lower price than in retail stores.

All I Want For Christmas: Exploring the Top Gift List Items For Teens at FHN

By Violet Newton and Michaela Manfull
Published: December 24, 2024
The Gift of Giving and Saving: How Businesses Use Consumer Smart Practices

The Gift of Giving and Saving: How Businesses Use Consumer Smart Practices

By Violet Newton, Newspaper Editor-in-Chief
Published: December 23, 2024

LIVE : FHN Boys Basketball takes on Warrenton

By Ivan Pitts, Luis Narvaez-Torres, Drew Johnson, Miranda Fabian, Jackson Schneider, Sagar Singh, Hunter Sanford, and Violet Newton
Published: December 17, 2024
Amari Ammons delves into his passion for his love for food

[Photo] Amari Ammons Finds a New Passion With Baking

By Amari Ammons, News Staffer
Published: December 10, 2024
Inside the Cozy shop with numerous types of clothing on display to get ready for the holiday season. The store offers items from candles to sweatshirts. Every season of the year they try to deck the establishment with delightful scenery.

[Photo] Small Businesses Strive on Main Street Seeing Newfound Profit

By Kaylee Priest, News Staffer
Published: December 31, 2024

Knightly Show #87 | Goat Yoga, Halloween Events and More!

By Camden Blair, Violet Newton, Lito Ledezma, Laney Quandt, Braeden Kettinger, Kane Manfull, Melanie Juarez Olivares, and Riley Aldenderfer
Published: October 31, 2024
New Joker Sequel Flops So Bad That It's Laughable

New Joker Sequel Flops So Bad That It’s Laughable

By Violet Newton
Published: October 17, 2024

Changes to Homecoming

By Abby Dunbar and Violet Newton
Published: September 26, 2024

Sept. 25, 2024 | Knight TV

By Nathan Smith, Violet Newton, Ben Bartels, and Camden Blair
Published: September 25, 2024

Who You Need To Know?

By Sam Hall, Grant Kilen, Michaela Manfull, Violet Newton, Kaylee Priest, Peyton Thies, and Naomi VanDyne
Published: August 30, 2024
Things to Ease Your Mind in the New Building

Things to Ease Your Mind in the New Building

By Michaela Manfull and Violet Newton
Published: August 21, 2024

Show Your Spirit

By Violet Newton and Michaela Manfull
Published: August 20, 2024
Letter From the Editors

Letter From the Editors

By Michaela Manfull and Violet Newton
Published: August 20, 2024
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[Photo] 5 Books To Get You Into Reading

By Kaylee Priest, Features Editor
Published: May 8, 2024
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Tweak Week [Comic]

By Violet Newton, Content Director
Published: May 8, 2024
Journalism Awards

Journalism Awards

By Violet Newton, Content Director of News Staff
Published: May 8, 2024
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[Photo] The Time for Media Literacy Is Now [Editorial]

By On Behalf of the Editorial Board
Published: May 8, 2024
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[Photo] Must Watch Anime Series

By Noah Tucker, News Staffer
Published: May 6, 2024
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[Photo] Four Entertainment Stories About Various Trending Topics and Current Events

Published: May 7, 2024
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[Photo] Palestine-Isreal Conflict Leads to Boycotts Against Various Companies

By Regan Griffin, News Staffer
Published: April 12, 2024
Due to Our Worlds Over-Consumption and Poor Business Practices, Fine Crafted Art Is Dead

Due to Our Worlds Over-Consumption and Poor Business Practices, Fine Crafted Art Is Dead

By Violet Newton, Content Director
Published: April 7, 2024
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[Photo] Instagram Reels Takes a Win Over TikTok After Years of Downgrades [Opinion]

By Drew Johnson, Online Editor
Published: April 6, 2024
Senior Brendan Reilly Balances Working 30 or More Hours a Week Alongside School

Senior Brendan Reilly Balances Working 30 or More Hours a Week Alongside School

By Violet Newton, Content Director
Published: February 27, 2024
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A Valentines Day Gift Guide For the Special People In Your Life

By Violet Newton
Published: February 11, 2024
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[Photo] Freshmen Kyndal Jacobs and Jade Johnson Balance the Stresses That Competitive Dance Brings With The Workload Of High School

By Chase Pray, Editor in Chief of FHNtoday.com
Published: March 5, 2024
The Morning Rush [Personal Column]

The Morning Rush [Personal Column]

By Violet Newton, Content Director
Published: January 2, 2024
On Dec. 11, CEO of Buc-ee's, known as Arch "Beaver" Alpin stands alongside fellow members of the Buc-ee's corporation and Springfields Mayor Ken McClure.

Buc-ee’s Opens New Location in Springfield, MO

By McKenna Hudson, Violet Newton, Payton Johnston, and Vanessa Ng
Published: December 13, 2023
Three News Stories About Various Clubs and Activities

Three News Stories About Various Clubs and Activities

Published: December 15, 2023
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[Photo] Three Relevant Stories About Musicians and Musicals

Published: December 5, 2023
Martha Sacay works on an art project while using her phone for a reference.

Martha Sacay Has Had a Passion for Art Since Sixth Grade

By Violet Newton, Content Director
Published: November 27, 2023
Tales of a Child Delinquent [Personal Column]

Tales of a Child Delinquent [Personal Column]

By Violet Newton, Content Director & Opinions Editor
Published: November 13, 2023
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[Photo] Addiction Kills [Personal Column]

By Chase Pray, Editor in Chief of FHNtoday.com
Published: November 1, 2023
The Popular Drink "Prime Energy" Is Under Investigation

The Popular Drink “Prime Energy” Is Under Investigation

By Violet Newton and Patricia Fechter
Published: August 31, 2023
Words FHN Students Use for Places Located Around the School

Words FHN Students Use for Places Located Around the School

By Violet Newton, Director of Content & Opinons Editor
Published: August 21, 2023
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[Photo] Senior Advice for the School Year

By Cameron Chapple, Staffer
Published: August 23, 2023
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[Photo] How Seniors Can Get Their Final NHS Points

By Ray Hathcock, Managing Editor in Charge of Special Projects
Published: August 21, 2023
Kendra Swope displays her sign showing that she scored a new personal record of 200 goals.

Junior Kendra Swope Broke a Record in Their Game Against the Ursuline Bears on April 12

By Violet Newton
Published: May 10, 2023
Coaches Rowan Pugh and Barb Hill start off the half-mile jog with the girls lacrosse team at the beginning of the second day of tryouts on Feb. 28. The girls lacrosse coaches Hill and Shelby Pritt are new to the team this year. The team has a full week of tryouts before regular practices begin.

FHN Girls’ Lacrosse Gains Two New Coaches for the 2022-23 Season

By Violet Newton
Published: March 15, 2023
FHN bowler throws the ball down the lane during a match hoping to hit as many pins as they can.

The Co-Ed Bowling Team does not Have Any Girls on the Team

By Violet Newton
Published: February 1, 2023
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[Photo] Romantic High School Relationships can be the Most Meaningful [Editorial]

By On Behalf of the Editorial Staff
Published: February 1, 2023
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[Photo] Marijuana Users Need to Educate Themselves about the Laws and Health Concerns Regarding Usage

By Amber Winkler
Published: February 1, 2023
Bachelor Days [COLUMN]

Bachelor Days [COLUMN]

By Violet Newton
Published: December 7, 2022
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[Photo] The Changes Made to North Have Improved the School Environment [EDITORIAL]

By On Behalf of the Editorial Staff
Published: November 9, 2022
Art Club Prepares to Attend the Art Walk

Art Club Prepares to Attend the Art Walk

By Jonica Schmidt and Violet Newton
Published: October 3, 2022
Students wait in line in the cafeteria for lunch.

Free School Lunches are No Longer Offered to All Students

By Violet Newton
Published: August 31, 2022
Disney is Becoming a Monopoly in the Entertainment Industry [Opinion]

Disney is Becoming a Monopoly in the Entertainment Industry [Opinion]

By Violet Newton
Published: May 16, 2022
On a shelf, six books stand out from the rest by showing their covers. Parents have shared their disdain for the books at school board meetings.

Book Banning in School Libraries is Harmful to Students [Opinion]

By Violet Newton
Published: April 5, 2022
What is Environmental Consciousness?

What is Environmental Consciousness?

By Chloe Ellison, Morgan Chairs, Amber Winkler, Violet Newton, Olivia Van Horn, Alexander Thomas, Ray Hathcock, Macy Cronin, Justin Brewer, Peter Pae, McKenna Hudson, and Alex Wheadon
Published: March 16, 2022
New posters depicting the school wide rule posted on lockers throughout the building.

FHSD School Board Implements a New System for Mask Mandate

By Evan Becker and Violet Newton
Published: January 31, 2022
Athlete Of The Week | Trenton Oglesby

Athlete Of The Week | Trenton Oglesby

By Violet Newton, News Staffer
Published: December 6, 2021
Art Club student works to prepare for Deck the Hall decorating

Annual Student Council Deck the Halls Event Starts

By Violet Newton
Published: December 6, 2021
New School Construction Affects Parking Spots

New School Construction Affects Parking Spots

By McKenna Hudson and Violet Newton
Published: September 9, 2021
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