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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
Gray Tracey

Gray Tracey, Editor-in-Chief

Gray is a senior in their fourth year at the Hemisphere and one of four Editors-in-Chief. Outside of Journalism, they lead props and mic crews for drama and captain one of WAHS’ club robotics teams. Outside of that, they enjoy reading, gaming, and spending time at the library.

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The clever, honest character writing of “Dandadan” is even more gripping than the series’ supernatural escapades.

“Dandadan” Season Two is Far-Out—And Full of Heart

Gray Tracey, Editor-In-Chief
September 17, 2025
Hobbs joined the choir as a freshman before founding Arthur & Co. as a sophomore and joining the orchestra this year.

“Keep Listening”: How Prolific Musician Arthur Hobbs Discovered the Passion to Play

Gray Tracey, Editor-In-Chief
May 20, 2025
Committee Chair Phoenix Claibourn (right) kicks off the morning's agenda for the Senate Health and Agriculture Committee.

Model Congress Returns For Its 19th Year

Gray Tracey and Staff Reports
April 23, 2025
Glenn Youngkin's recent announcement that he would partner with the Trump administration to cut funding to GAC providers sparked protests at UVA.

You’re Wrong About Gender-Affirming Care

Gray Tracey, Editor-In-Chief
February 26, 2025
Stone’s daughter, WAHS alum Jordan Stone, illustrated his previously-anthologized story “Vulturous Circle”.

How Storyteller Jeff Stone Finds Magic In the Mundane

Gray Tracey, Editor-In-Chief
December 11, 2024
Less than six months after phone pouches appeared school-wide, WAHS will again be tweaking its cellphone rules in accordance with state policy.

WAHS Prepares for Statewide Phone Policy to Take Effect in January

Gray Tracey, Editor-In-Chief
December 6, 2024
While the counseling office attempted to accommodate late transfers, the sudden removal of the limit still stuck many students with unfavorable schedules.

The AP Limit: Gone, But Not Forgotten, or Even Really Gone

Gray Tracey, Editor-In-Chief
November 1, 2024
There are only three races on the ballot this year, but they will determine who controls Congress and the White House.

[Photo] Students Decide Who Sits in Office: Voter Guide 2024

Olivia Moore, Student Life Editor
October 11, 2024
Ellison’s final posthumous collection is a masterful testament to the author’s life and work. Credit: Union Square & Co.

Straczynski Polishes a Brilliant Legacy With Harlan Ellison’s “Greatest Hits”

Gray Tracey, Editor-In-Chief
October 3, 2024
GND4S’ film “F*** Fast Fashion” addresses the practice’s environmental impact and what consumers can do to make a difference.

Green New Deal for Schools Club Fights for Climate Advocacy at WAHS — and Worldwide

Gray Tracey, Opinion Editor
May 29, 2024
Club leader Ben Brockmeier hopes the Champions Club fosters a culture at Western that is hard to find elsewhere

[Photo] Western’s Champions Club

Cooper Shelton, Staff Writer
May 13, 2024
An iconic clash revisited, just before things go south for Scott.

“Scott Pilgrim Takes Off” Delivers the Ultimate Scott Pilgrim Experience

Gray Tracey, Opinion Editor
January 22, 2024
As the player prepares to collect the first orb-world, this ominous chamber sets the tone for the rest of the game.

The Beauty of “Cocoon” Puzzles the Mind

Gray Tracey, Opinion Editor
January 22, 2024
Smash Bros. Captain Cal Hughes hones their defensive technique at a routine practice.

Growing WAHS Esports Locks In for Fall Season

Gray Tracey, Assistant Editor
November 27, 2023
Students weigh their academic priorities as the AP limit begins to take effect.

Mixed Feelings Emerge as New AP Rules Take Effect

Gray Tracey, Assistant Editor
October 24, 2023
Fresh tiles by the "23niors" overlook the senior patio.

[Photo] Hidden Heroes of '23

July 21, 2023
A slideshow about the new CLCs is high on polish but low on real information.

Career Learning Communities: What’s Going On and Who’s Joining In?

Gray Tracey, Staff Writer
May 12, 2023
Ito shows off his mastery of the human face in a panel from "Honored Ancestors." What has frightened our protagonist so? No spoilers!

Junji Ito Returns with Haunting “Tombs”

Gray Tracey, Staff Writer
May 12, 2023
All the WAHS's a Stage

All the WAHS’s a Stage

Gray Tracey, Staff Writer
February 6, 2023
Youngkin's policies roll back previous protections for trans students in Virginia's schools.

Youngkin Proposes New Policy for Transgender Students

Gray Tracey, Staff Writer
November 12, 2022
Ashley Rasmussen - Data Admin

Ashley Rasmussen – Data Admin

Ike Noth and Gray Tracey
October 5, 2022
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