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Woodgrove’s Symphony Stirs up Music Around Town

Written by Mya Haines, Staff Writer January 2, 2024

As the winter season approaches, the music departments are up to their knees in rehearsals and music. The Woodgrove Symphony is preparing two traditional pieces, Sleigh Ride and Christmas Festival, songs...

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Iconic Holiday Movies

Written by Shae Wheeler, Staff Writer January 2, 2024

The holidays are a significant and busy time of the year for everyone. It is a season full of staying under warm blankets, drinking hot chocolate, and watching holiday movies.  One major holiday favorite...

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Listen In, Woodgrove

Written by Ethan Tehan, Staff Writer December 20, 2023

Podcasting has taken a huge uprise over the past five years and even more so since the COVID pandemic. Podcasts are easily accessible, you can listen to them on your schedule, and they cover more niche...

Lillian Hackett recorded a few scratch tracks and learned about the process of recording music. Photo provided by Lillian Hackett.

From Lovettsville To Nashville: One Wolverine’s Journey To American Idol

Written by Ava Welsh, Staff Writer December 19, 2023

Woodgrove junior Lillian Hackett has recently traveled to Nashville, Tennessee, to audition for the famous singing competition, American Idol. The journey that led to this point is an inspiring one. It...

Photo of Ortega-Corral completing the Jump of Death during a competition. Photo provided by Juan Ortega-Corral.

Horse Training and Death Jumping

Written by Jillian Lewis, Online Editor December 19, 2023

Senior Juan Ortega-Corral is well known in the world of horse training and rodeos throughout Loudoun County and across the country. As a student, he spends his A-days at school completing his required...

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The Forest on Fire: How Wildfires Have Become an International Trend

Written by Sophie Mason, Staff Writer December 14, 2023

On October 24th, a wildfire broke out in Madison County, Virginia. The fire spread for close to a month and burned almost 4,000 acres in the process. The Virginia Department of Forestry was able to completely...

A full shelf in the Woodgrove Food Pantry. Photo provided by Mrs. Leslie Simpson.

Food for Thought: The Story of Woodgrove’s Food Pantry

Written by Sophie Mason, Staff Writer November 28, 2023

In early November, a schoolwide food drive was held, an annual tradition that was started by Woodgrove’s Food Pantry. According to Mrs. Leslie Simpson, a math teacher and one of the pantry’s founders,...

“Halloween” movie series icon Michael Myers strikes fear into the hearts of the audience. Photo provided by Creative Commons.

Origins of October 31st

Written by Noah Brown and Evan Kaiser November 28, 2023

Boo! As October comes to an end and fall is in full stride, everyone can feel the spookiness in the air. For centuries Americans have celebrated Halloween, whether for the tricks or for the treats. How...

The hardback edition of Fourth Wing.

Do you want to cry? Read Fourth Wing!

Written by Jillian Lewis, Online Editor November 20, 2023

Disclaimer: This book does have adult content, so if you are sensitive to some content, please make sure to look this book up before buying.  Wondering what the hottest, most-recommended book currently...

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The Taylor Swift Effect

Written by Augusta Beekman and William Den Herder November 20, 2023

It's no secret that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's relationship has fallen onto the public eye. Whether you support them or not, the effect they have had on football and beyond is obvious. Swift is known...

Mr. Schutte working on the technical side of Wake Up Woodgrove, making sure it goes off without a hitch. Photo provided by Sam Douglas.

The Magic Behind the Morning Show

Written by Sam Douglas, Online Editor November 17, 2023

Almost every Monday and Friday, the morning announcements have a little more spectacle than usual. Instead of the typical morning announcements hosted by Dr. Shipp, Wake Up Woodgrove blasts to life on...

A long line of excited patrons wait patiently to enter Franklin Park Arts Center. Photo provided by Franklin Park Arts Center.

Extended Content: The Artistic Heart of Western Loudoun County

Written by Iza Piatkowski, Staff Writer November 17, 2023

Overlooking the rolling hills of Purcellville sits Franklin Park Arts Center, recognizable by its bright green roof and tall silo that sits against it. Home to hundreds of shows each year, the Arts Center...

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