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Senior drum major Jonny Pickell leads the band before a game.
Pickell named first chair at PMEA district festival
Emma Powell and Mary-Kate Stock February 11, 2026

Senior Jonathan Pickell was named first chair for euphonium, an instrument similar to the tuba, on Friday...

Nolan Geary, Alex Castaneda, and Caleb Fruscello run indoor track.
No snow days for them
January 23, 2026
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Valentine's Day is recognized globally as a cultural holiday about love. Photo by Karolina Grabowska via Pexels.com.
For love or money?
Mary-Kate Stock and Kelsey Meyer February 9, 2026

Whether or not the Punxsutawney groundhog, Phil, will see his shadow is the focus of Groundhog Day. Punxsutawney Phil by Chris Flook is licensed under CC BY SA 4.0 DEED.
The shadow of a doubt
January 28, 2026
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Zach Bryan has released acoustic and full-band versions of his new album. Image via   Warner Records and Belting Bronco.
Zach Bryan shows variety with acoustic, full-band versions of new album
Nolan Macurak, Multimedia Editor • February 11, 2026

Zach Bryan’s new album, With Heaven On Top, is getting a lot of attention, and it is very easy to see...

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Feb 10, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Quenton Jackson (29) celebrates his three point shot against New York Knicks guard Mikal Bridges (25) with Pacers guard Aaron Nesmith (23) during overtime at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
Pacers, Mavericks underperforming as NBA reaches all-star break
Parker Smith, Staff Writer • February 13, 2026

The NBA is about to reach the halfway point of its season, and some teams have been very underwhelming.  One...

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Jack Parkin
Jack Parkin
Staff Writer

Jack Parkin is a junior and first-year Staff Writer. He can be found painting Warhammer 40,000 miniatures or historical military miniatures from WWII and the Cold War, as well as researching military history.

Michael Haas
Michael Haas
Staff Writer

Sophomore Michael Haas is a first-year Staff Writer. He can be found running on the track, listening to music, or skiing.  

Madison Hamilton
Madison Hamilton
Sports Editor

  Junior Sports Editor Madison Hamilton is in her second year on the Purbalite. In her free time, she can be found playing soccer or hanging out with friends.

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