May 3, 2022
By Emily Williams Senior Paige Scott will represent the state of Illinois at the Microsoft Competition in Dallas, Texas at the Gaylord resort in June. On June 20, the organization leaders will be hosting an orientation/ kickoff party for the contestants. During this time, participants will have the opportunity to introduce themselves and make new...
March 18, 2022
By Justin Mitchell “Argh!!!” yell the pirates on the stage. This year, the Flora High School Drama Club performance is Pirates of Penzance at the Harry Penny Auditorium on Friday and Saturday, March 19-20 at 7 P.M, and Sunday, March 21 at 2 P.M. Written by Gilbert and Sullivan, Pirates of Penzance tells a story...
March 11, 2022
By Kaylee Scarbrough Job shadow/college cays are a big deal for FHS juniors and seniors. The junior job shadow/college day is on April 14, and the seniors’ days are April 13 and 14. The juniors and seniors have to decide if they want to do a college day, job shadow, or community service hours for...
Kaylee Wathan • April 16, 2024
The man. The myth. The legend, Smitty. Lindell “Smitty” Smith has made his mark in the small town of Flora, Illinois. Smitty...
May 3, 2022
By: Kaylee Scarbrough Community service has looked a little bit different throughout the past few years. Covid- 19 was a major aspect that made community service harder to do. There are still plenty of opportunities now that the Covid-19 numbers have lessened. Some of the opportunities include helping out at animal shelters, working at the...
May 3, 2022
By Charley Shelton As students leave FHS, few crave to come back. One of the few is the new FACS teacher. Mrs. Thackrey is excited to be one of the few to return to FHS because of her school spirit. Flora is her home and she feels beyond blessed to return. After graduating from FHS,...
Kaylee Wathan • March 4, 2024
Flora High School won the scholastic bowl sectional competition on February 19 at Fairfield High School. The first match was a close...
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Eli Horvet • March 5, 2024
The FHS Drama Club will perform Mean Girls on March 22, 23, and 24 The show is rated PG-13, but it has been edited to be family-friendly. ...