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“Vivian’s Slime Shop” Turns Hobby Into Business

By Brynna Owen What started as a childhood interest has grown into a small business for one student. Freshman Vivian Ribblet, the creator of “Vivian’s Slime Shop,” first became interested in slime after watching videos online at the age of 7. She soon began making her own slime and selling it to friends. Today, VivianContinue reading ““Vivian’s Slime Shop” Turns Hobby Into Business”

Kansas Cell Phone Ban Sparks Mixed Reactions Among Students

By Moran Gooding, Kaylee Scheckel, and Hayleigh Spears With a new statewide policy set to take effect next fall, Anderson County High School students are already sharing their opinions on cell phone use during the school day. On March 19, 2026, Kansas lawmakers passed House Bill 2299, often referred to as a “bell-to-bell” cell phoneContinue reading “Kansas Cell Phone Ban Sparks Mixed Reactions Among Students”

Screen Time Habits at ACHS

By Emma Jordan and Chloe Moore To explore student screen habits, several Anderson County High School students were surveyed about their phone usage, including weekly totals, daily averages, and how their time is divided among apps. Junior Chloe Moore reported a weekly screen time of 47 hours and 9 minutes, with a daily average ofContinue reading “Screen Time Habits at ACHS”

Bulldogs Lose to Burlington in First Baseball Game of the Season

By Westin Wright and Landon Totten On Tuesday, March 24, the Anderson County Bulldogs faced the Burlington Wildcats in a challenging baseball matchup. The game was marked by hard work and determination from both teams, highlighting the importance of teamwork and resilience in baseball. Every player, whether on the field or in the dugout, playsContinue reading “Bulldogs Lose to Burlington in First Baseball Game of the Season”

College Government Class Takes Trip to Washington, D.C.

By Kris Holloway The Anderson County High School College Government class recently took an educational trip to Washington, D.C., allowing students to experience the nation’s capital firsthand. The group departed from MCI early Thursday morning, March 12, leaving the school around 4 a.m. After arriving in Washington, D.C., students visited several historic memorials, including thoseContinue reading “College Government Class Takes Trip to Washington, D.C.”

What Would You Do If You Were Famous?

By Paisley Clinton A survey was sent to students at Anderson County Jr./Sr. High School asking, “What would you do if you were famous?” Students shared a variety of creative and humorous responses. Kris Holloway said that if he were famous, he would spend money on college and other essentials first, then on things heContinue reading “What Would You Do If You Were Famous?”

Bulldogs Excel at KMEA State Choir

By Kora Gaines On Feb. 28, Junior Emily Sobba and Senior Kris Holloway achieved an impressive honor by performing at the Kansas Music Educators Association (KMEA) State Choir concert in Wichita. The students spent three days preparing for their performances. During that time, they practiced six to seven hours a day and rehearsed for severalContinue reading “Bulldogs Excel at KMEA State Choir”

Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge Promotes ACHS Student Business Plans

By Hailey Gregory and Addison Kettler On Tuesday, March 10th, Garnett hosted the 2026 Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge (YEC) competition at the Community Building. Students from Crest High School, Anderson County High School, and homeschooled students presented their business plans to community members and judges. YEC is a daylong event where students present business ideas andContinue reading “Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge Promotes ACHS Student Business Plans”

Girls Softball Starts 2026 Season

By Jaelyn Leyser and Lilly Dunkin Anderson County High School held softball tryouts from March 2–5, with players competing for spots on the 2025–2026 team. Athletes spent the week showing their skills while preparing for the upcoming season. Several players shared their favorite positions on the field. Sophomore Avery Thompson said catcher is her favoriteContinue reading “Girls Softball Starts 2026 Season”

FFA Places First Overall at Vet Science Contest

By Kaylee Scheckel, Morgan Gooding, and Hayleigh Spears This week, FFA students from Anderson County attended a veterinary science and welding contest. Several students who competed were interviewed about how well they did, how they could have prepared more, and what they thought were the easiest and hardest parts of the contest. Jadyn Parks, aContinue reading “FFA Places First Overall at Vet Science Contest”