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The Western Hemisphere

The student news site of Western Albemarle High School - Crozet, VA

The Western Hemisphere

The student news site of Western Albemarle High School - Crozet, VA

The Western Hemisphere

In her address, Larson commended the bipartisanship displayed in this year's MoCo.
Welcome Madam President: Model Congress 2025 is Signed into the Books
Sam Rosenbaum and Reid Keller April 28, 2025

Triumphant music played throughout the Western Auditorium. President Larson...

Representatives sit in on final House Floor meeting.
Session Adjourned: House Closes on Final Bills
Reid Keller and Sam Rosenbaum April 23, 2025

"Quiet on the floor!" Speaker of the House Audrey Miracle shuts down impassioned...

Representatives sit in on final House Floor meeting.
Session Adjourned: House Closes on Final Bills
Reid Keller and Sam Rosenbaum April 23, 2025

"Quiet on the floor!" Speaker of the House Audrey Miracle shuts down impassioned remarks from Representative Felts on the issue of pharmaceutical...

McMurray, Hunt, and Crowder prepare the kitchen for another day of work.
“Feed the Kids”: How Cafeteria Staff Create WAHS’ Signature Flavors
Ike Noth, A&E Editor • March 10, 2025

Western has prospered under its cafeteria meals. Every lunch receives high praise,...

Sophomore Joel Bird is part of a new generation of WAHS sports photographers.
Joel Bird Captures WAHS Athletics
Reid Keller, Staff Writer • April 28, 2025

Joel Bird and his digital camera are a familiar sight at Western sporting events. From football to soccer, Bird has documented every part of Western athletics over his photography...

McMurray, Hunt, and Crowder prepare the kitchen for another day of work.
“Feed the Kids”: How Cafeteria Staff Create WAHS’ Signature Flavors
Ike Noth, A&E Editor • March 10, 2025

Western has prospered under its cafeteria meals. Every lunch receives high praise, the lines are packed, and people are smiling. Nothing is more motivating to our lunch staff than...

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“Devil in the Family: The Fall of Ruby Franke” exposes the shocking abuse allegations and criminal charges that shattered the professional image of the once-celebrated family influencer.
“Devil In the Family” Reveals the Shocking Truth Behind Ruby Franke’s Downfall
Nora Rosenbaum, Staff Writer • May 7, 2025

Once a beloved family vlogger with YouTube fame, now facing years behind bars. This is Ruby Franke's unexpected downfall. Franke, born in Springville, Utah, in 1982, became well-known...

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WAHS played Goochland earlier this season.
Boys Lacrosse Defeats Monacan and Albemarle
Jasper Barry, Staff Writer • May 2, 2025

The boys varsity lacrosse team picked up a big 12-8 win over Monacan on Friday night. Quinn Shifflett, Chris Baglio, and Hunter Wertheim led...

WAHS played Goochland earlier this season.
Boys Lacrosse Defeats Monacan and Albemarle
Jasper Barry, Staff Writer • May 2, 2025

The boys varsity lacrosse team picked up a big 12-8 win over Monacan on Friday...

Shenandoah Joe offers an intimate atmosphere for enjoying coffee,
Shenandoah Joe is the Perfect Study Spot and Hangout Vibe
Annabelle Mackey, Editor-in-Chief • March 17, 2025

I hate Starbucks. I hate all coffee chains, actually. Cafes, in my opinion,...

Virginia's Garden Week this year featured three houses in Albemarle County.
Albemarle County Garden Week 2025
Audrey Miracle, Editor-In-Chief • April 28, 2025

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