Stories Written by Mary Wolfrey

Story behind the Creation

Mary Wolfrey, Reporter
May 11, 2012
Filed under Uncategorized

Many may think that tattoos are gross, trashy, or ignorant. They may also be known as art, a sign of strength, or portray something that’s very meaningful to them in their lives. “Starting from about age ten, I had always wanted a tattoo, a kind of tattoo to show everyone the true... (more...)

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Hungry for The Hunger Games

Mary Wolfrey, Reporter
May 3, 2012
Filed under News & Features

I am not normally the kind of person who would read for fun, or to enjoy reading a book so much. I thought this book would be the typical boring, and not interesting books that I have to read for class. The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is different. The Hunger Games is a phenomenal novel... (more...)

From her to him – what should you really give?

Mary Wolfrey, Reporter
February 14, 2012
Filed under News & Features, Uncategorized

While traditions calls for expressing your love on February 14 by showering your loved one with gifts, it can be extremely difficult to know what to get. Shopping for the perfect gift for your man can be stressful and time consuming. And forget about the typical candy and flowers – they... (more...)

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Anti-Couch Potato:Time to get hooked!

Mary Wolfrey, Reporter
January 17, 2012
Filed under News & Features

           It takes a very committed person to actually get up off the couch and do something with their free time. Most people sit around, sleep, eat, stay on the computer, and watch television instead of getting into action.  Here’s an idea, get up and go fishing!            ... (more...)

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Anti-couch potato:It’s time to lay one down

Mary Wolfrey, reporter
January 17, 2012
Filed under News & Features

      Have you ever had that feeling where you just can’t get enough and you just have the best time of your life?  If you haven’t, hunting will definitely change that!             “I have never had as much enjoyment with anything besides hunting. Hunting is like a sport... (more...)

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It’s Chili Time!

Mary Wolfrey, Journalist
October 31, 2011
Filed under Knight Life

On Friday, October 7, 2011, Spotsy held a Chili cookoff in the senior courtyard for the staff. Each staff member that enrolled in the cook-off had to bring their favorite chili recipe and prepare it for others to try. The event was sponsored by DECA of Spotsylvania High School and the judge... (more...)

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Is Cheerleading a Sport?

Mary Wolfrey, Reporter
September 23, 2011
Filed under Opinion & Editorial

The typical cheerleader practices everyday of the week. They stunt, they run, and they practice cheers and dances. But most people argue, “Is that really a sport?” Cheerleading isn’t a sport because they don’t compete. They may practice every day, and do hard work, but it doesn’t... (more...)

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‘No matter what the outcome of the Game is, I will always be proud’

Mary Wolfrey, Journalist
September 22, 2011
Filed under Sports

Many people have a lot of doubts about our Knight’s football team, but on Thursday, September 1, 2011, the Knights fought a hard battle.             The Knights were extremely stoked for their first game, fired up and ready to defeat the Eagles. John Merryman said, “I’m so... (more...)

Gas prices described as outrageous

Mary Wolfrey
March 31, 2011
Filed under News & Features

According to the AAA, gas prices have gone up 47 cents; from $2.64 to $3.11 in the last 12 months. “The gas prices in the U.S. are just outrageous. It’s getting way to expensive.” said Toni Thomas. “Why are the gas prices such a big problem? Why don’t we just use the oil we have... (more...)

PDA

Mary Wolfrey, J1
February 23, 2011
Filed under Opinion & Editorial

It’s February, and there is love in the air. However, school officials are against public displays affection, better known as PDA. PDA is a huge, but very common problem in schools. James Jones said “I highly disagree with the school officials. Students should be able to show and express... (more...)