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The student newspaper of Augusta High School

The Oriole

The student newspaper of Augusta High School

The Oriole

Political violence threatens America's future

Political violence threatens America’s future

Martin Epperson Jr., Crew Editor Sep 22, 2025

The murders of former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and conservative activist Charlie Kirk show just how dangerous politics have become. Hortman and her husband, Mark, were killed in their...

Augusta approved a $55 million bond for the improvements of the school within USD 402. The improvements planned so far sound great and I can not wait to experience whatever bit of them I can.

Bond brings new life to USD 402

Mason Pringle, Crew Editor May 16, 2025

The majority of the high school (AHS) will undergo renovations in the next three years after voters passed the $55 million bond issue May 6. Renovations are set to begin in October 2025 and finish in August...

Reporters Harley Williams and Mason Pringle pose for a photo in the library. The library is open during lunch for students to sit and talk.

Gossip is not equal to rumors

Emily Brinkley, Editor-in-Chief May 1, 2025

“Did you hear who hit Jay’s car in the parking lot?”  Conversations about events happen often, before and after school and at lunch. Sometimes, talk like this is not harmful to the person who...

Pancakes are a soft bread cooked flat over a heated pan, while waffles are cooked in a specific machine, sandwiching the batter. Both pancakes and waffles date back to ancient Greece.

Pancakes, waffles square off

Mason Pringle, Crew Editor May 1, 2025

Over the course of generations, one debate remains: pancakes vs waffles.  Both waffles and pancakes have been popular breakfast foods for years. The two are incredibly similar, containing ingredients...

Younger cousin Wyatt Russell, Abigail Brinkley and Emily Brinkley get ready to look for eggs on easter morning with their younger cousin Wyatt Russell. They all enjoy getting up early to see what the easter bunny brought for them.

Siblings create better environment

Abigail Brinkley, Reporter Apr 29, 2025

“Where do you want to go?” the older sister asked as she drove away from home.  “Walmart,” the younger sister said.  “You got it,” said the older sister.  “I don't know what I'd...

3 underrated artists who are worth listening to

3 underrated artists who are worth listening to

Isaac Basquez, Crew Editor Apr 23, 2025

Pop music is huge and takes up a large chunk of playtime on the radio and TV, causing tons of good music to go unnoticed and ignored. These three artists deserve more attention. The first artist is...

President Ronald Reagan (actor Dennis Quaid) gives his famous speech at the Berlin Wall. At this point in history, Reagan told the Soviet president, “Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall.”

“Reagan”

Martin Epperson Jr., Crew Editor Oct 28, 2024

With the success of “Oppenheimer”, it was only a matter of time before another biopic would be made. Director Sean McNamara made “Reagan”, a new film that explores one of the most significant figures...

From left to right: George Washington, James K. Polk and Theodore Roosevelt. These three presidents were the greatest presidents of the United States

The three greatest presidents

Martin Epperson Jr., Crew Editor Oct 21, 2024

Politics are a touchy subject in today’s society, and some of that is due to the modern presidencies and personal beliefs. With just a little less than a month before the next election, My mind focused...

Betetlgeuse sits next to a woman who was killed by cats and a man who died in a hot dog eating contest. Strange and bizarre deaths like these are seen throughout the movie.

‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’

Martin Epperson Jr., Crew Editor Sep 27, 2024

The phrase, “Betelgeuse, Betelgeuse, Betetlgeuse” has become synonymous with pop-culture, thanks to the genius of director Tim Burton who directed the original 1988 movie  The original “Beetlejuice”...

“Assassin’s Creed Valhalla”, a game in a beloved franchise, is rated lower than an indie game, “Baldur’s Gate 3”. Ubisoft, the developers behind AC Valhalla are a very esteemed company, while Larian Studios, the team behind BG 3 are a smaller and lesser-known team. Graphic by Hayden Blair

AAA games content fails gamers’ expectations

Hayden Blair, Crew-Editor May 1, 2024

AAA games are high-budget games usually produced and distributed by large, well-known publishers. This situation increases consumer expectations for content quality and the amount of content these games...

Social media platforms need to do more to protect their users

Social media platforms need to do more to protect their users

Rachel Womeldorff and Isaac Basquez Apr 25, 2024

Social media companies control what is on their platforms and what their users see. The recent rise of social media’s outreach and availability to younger audiences raises questions among users and...

Schools need to adapt to new technology

Schools need to adapt to new technology

Justin Gwaltney, Editor-in-Chief Apr 16, 2024

Technology is constantly changing and being added, which means society has to constantly adapt. However, schools do not adapt well to these technologies. One of the biggest changes technology has brought...

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