Freshman Insights

Makayla Ferguson, Gracie Pettit, and Emily Lybarger, Staff Reporters

September 18, 2019

For 200 people, August 14 became a new beginning, as new faces flooded the crowded freshman hallway.  Here are some insights that really put the fresh in freshman. Most ninth graders said they like high school more than the middle school.  However, they differ on why they like it better. For...

What Makes a “Good” Person “Good”?

Nathan Holmes

September 12, 2019

When you think of a good person what comes to mind? Someone who is caring? Brave? Or, someone who questions authority?  What makes a “good” person “good”?  Many students and teachers said often a “good” person is seen doing compassionate, kind deeds for others.   “Being kind to animals and old people...

AFJROTC Off to A Successful Flight

Ian Forinash

September 12, 2019

“Attention!”   In any given class period, more than a dozen AFJROTC cadets will stand at attention when this command is issued by an AFJROTC class leader.  This is just one of the many expectations of members of the LCHS Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC).  This f...

Minuteman Farms: School’s Very Own Farm

Elisabeth Wilfong, Minutemen farms

September 4, 2019

Goats! Pigs! Steers! Oh my! It's not a scene from The Wizard of Oz, but a scene from Mrs. Diana Garrett's 8th Period Minuteman Farms class; it is part of the Agriculture CTE curriculum for LCHS. Students in Garrett's 9-12 class operate their own farm; this is a 365-day-a-year job with students...

Q&A:What is Your Favorite Spring Sport?

April 30, 2019

Freshmen: Alex Romero- "Baseball" Dylan Dever- "Tennis" Allen Williams- "Baseball" Damien Wolf- "Baseball"           Sophomores: David Johnson- "Baseball" Haley Smith- "Baseball" Joe Derico- "Baseball" Ella McDougal- "Baseball"   ...

Varsity Boys’ Basketball Claims Region II Title

March 20, 2019

     For the first time in 35 years, the LCHS Boys’ Basketball team headed to the WV State Basketball Tournament in Charleston March 14.      The Minutemen lost in the opening round to the eventual state runners-up Fairmont Senior 92-35.  The Minutemen were paced by Senior Luke White who...

Minutemen Head to States

March 12, 2019

For the first time in 35 years, the LCHS Boys' Basketball team is headed to the WV State Basketball Tournament in Charleston March 14. The Minutemen captured the Region II title by defeating Bridgeport 53-36.  They were paced by Kyle Gannon who had 20.  In the first quarter, the Minutemen fell behind...

Valentine’s Around the World

Faith Messenger

February 14, 2019

February 14, this date marks a significant meaning for some. Many traditions are held on this day. Although no one knows the true meaning behind Valentine's Day, it is contributed to the legend of St. Valentine. Saint Valentine is recognized in the Catholic Church. One of three myths are: Valentine...

Teachers of Tomorrow

January 29, 2019

Students from Lewis County High School in the Careers in Education Program have been involved in several community service projects and educational field trips.  In late September, they visited several one room schoolhouses located in the Johnstown area.  Later in October, they made and delivered Halloween...

Christmas Spirit Week

December 20, 2018

Monday: PJ Day Tuesday: Ugly Sweater Day Wednesday: Favorite Christmas Character Thursday: Redneck Christmas Friday: Santa Hat ...

Holy Smokes: A Look In The Life Of A Teen Firefighter

Megan Moran, Staff Reporter

December 14, 2018

"I always wanted to be a firefighter." Jessica Jenkins, LCHS Senior.

Students Bring Holiday Cheer to Many

Faith Messenger

December 13, 2018

     At the high school, many groups, clubs and other miscellaneous students have been collecting and donating to give back to the community. Between conducting fundraisers, purchasing gifts for the Salvation Army Angel trees and bell ringing and buying items for Operation Christmas Child.      ...