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West Grove is anchored by Whole Foods, which broke ground in March and is set to open sometime this year. Chick-fil-A opened its doors in March 2024. “I’m so excited because I haven’t been to Whole Foods in forever, and I love all of the stuff they have,” senior Chloe Dias said. “They have so many hot foods, soups, salad bars, and even a smoothie shop. I could live there. I also can’t wait to have access to higher quality produce on days the Frisco Market isn’t open.”
West Grove development welcomes surge of new retailers
January 29, 2025
As it sits on a shelf in the pottery studio, the ceramic turtle serves as a decorative reminder of the store's name. The name "Speckled Turtle" was chosen by Gilbert because turtles were the most popular pieces to paint at her previous pottery business.
Local pottery business offers creativity to community
January 27, 2025
As she dances around the stage junior Clarice Pesce (right) sings "Most Amazing Thing". Pesce portrays the role of Amy March. Amy is the youngest March sister.
Grove Theatre performs Little Women: The Musical
January 17, 2025
Senior Maddie Karmun-Lanza opens up the TikTok app preparing to unwind. Karmun-Lanza spent 12 hours and 28 minutes on TikTok last week.
Sen. Ed Markey proposes bill to extend TikTok ban deadline
January 16, 2025
On the ground, Student Council Vice President Jocelyn Johnson and member Maylee Stankiewicz decorate the wagon student council will use in the parade. The parade will take place tomorrow at 11:45 during Grove Time. All toys and donations will be sent to Conerstone Church.
Annual Christmas toy-drive to donate toys for Cornerstone Church
November 20, 2024
Grove at a Glance: March 10 - March 14
Grove at a Glance: March 10 – March 14
March 10, 2025
Grove at a Glance: Feb. 24 - Feb. 28
Grove at a Glance: Feb. 24 – Feb. 28
February 24, 2025
Grove at a Glance: Feb. 18 - Feb. 21
Grove at a Glance: Feb. 18 – Feb. 21
February 18, 2025
Grove at a Glance: Jan. 13 - Jan. 17
Grove at a Glance: Jan. 13 – Jan. 17
January 13, 2025
Grove at a Glance: Dec. 16 - Dec. 20
Grove at a Glance: Dec. 16 – Dec. 20
December 16, 2024
Grove at a Glance: March 10 - March 14
Grove at a Glance: March 10 – March 14
March 10, 2025
Letterman jacket in hand, Stankiewicz poses for a senior photo in front of Walnut Grove High School.
Cats out of Class: Maylee Stankiewicz
March 6, 2025
Cats Out of Class: Miranda Graham
Cats Out of Class: Miranda Graham
March 4, 2025
In the air, senior Nicole Steel prepares to hit the ball across the court. "I think I'm most proud of participating in tennis," Steel said. "At the beginning of last year, our team had no culture, no traditions, and was starting from scratch. I’m proud to say that now as a team we have all of that, and we have a winning culture that fosters all of the little things our coaches consider important." This photo was taken at the 2023 senior tennis night.
Cats out of Class: Nicole Steel
February 25, 2025
Joyful faces light up the field as Mackenzie Garcia and her friends celebrate their victory together.
Cats out of Class: Mackenzie Garcia
February 24, 2025
Letterman jacket in hand, Stankiewicz poses for a senior photo in front of Walnut Grove High School.
Cats out of Class: Maylee Stankiewicz
March 6, 2025
Cats Out of Class: Miranda Graham
Cats Out of Class: Miranda Graham
March 4, 2025
In the air, senior Nicole Steel prepares to hit the ball across the court. "I think I'm most proud of participating in tennis," Steel said. "At the beginning of last year, our team had no culture, no traditions, and was starting from scratch. I’m proud to say that now as a team we have all of that, and we have a winning culture that fosters all of the little things our coaches consider important." This photo was taken at the 2023 senior tennis night.
Cats out of Class: Nicole Steel
February 25, 2025
Joyful faces light up the field as Mackenzie Garcia and her friends celebrate their victory together.
Cats out of Class: Mackenzie Garcia
February 24, 2025
Barker and his teammate were awarded with a medal after they received second place at a Junior National swim meet. In the picture, Barker is shaking the medal-giver's hand.
Cats out of Class: Grayden Barker
February 20, 2025
Foot foward, No. 22 senior Quinn Wolfe kicks the ball towards her teammate.
Varsity Girls Soccer ties with Lovejoy 1-1
February 26, 2025
Hand raised, the team meets in the middle of the court after player introductions.
Varisty Basketball loses 51-35 to Lovejoy
January 23, 2025
Arms around neck, junior Cole Johnson tries to gain control of his opponent.
Wrestling holds tournament at home
December 12, 2024
Ball in the air, No. 2 freshman Hayes Hackney throws the ball before getting sacked by the opposing defender. Hackney threw for a total of 329 yards.
Walnut Grove defeated in the third round of playoffs against Argyle, 52-34
December 2, 2024
Foot raised high, No. 97 freshman Kristopher Williams celebrates after tackling opposing player. Willams finished the game with 2 tackles.
Varsity football wins over Melissa 37-28 and places first in district standing
November 4, 2024
This is an image created by an AI software program. The image showcases humans in a bleak and grey world, and they are attached to screens in these big cities. The world is grey and stark to showcase what will happen if humans become dependent on AI.
What humans are truly up against with AI
January 27, 2025
Digitally constructed image made in Canva.
Editorial: New cell phone policy sparks debate, unrest among students
January 24, 2025
Photos used from Vanity Fair and New York Times. A digitally constructed image.
Netflix’s ‘Monsters’ series revives debate on the Menendez brothers’ case
October 30, 2024
Rating New Fall Drinks
Rating New Fall Drinks
September 19, 2024
Top 5 Best 2024 Met Gala Looks
Top 5 Best 2024 Met Gala Looks
May 16, 2024
This is an image created by an AI software program. The image showcases humans in a bleak and grey world, and they are attached to screens in these big cities. The world is grey and stark to showcase what will happen if humans become dependent on AI.
What humans are truly up against with AI
January 27, 2025
Digitally constructed image made in Canva.
Editorial: New cell phone policy sparks debate, unrest among students
January 24, 2025
Hand raised, the team meets in the middle of the court after player introductions.
Varisty Basketball loses 51-35 to Lovejoy
January 23, 2025
Arms around neck, junior Cole Johnson tries to gain control of his opponent.
Wrestling holds tournament at home
December 12, 2024
Ball in the air, No. 2 freshman Hayes Hackney throws the ball before getting sacked by the opposing defender. Hackney threw for a total of 329 yards.
Walnut Grove defeated in the third round of playoffs against Argyle, 52-34
December 2, 2024
Foot raised high, No. 97 freshman Kristopher Williams celebrates after tackling opposing player. Willams finished the game with 2 tackles.
Varsity football wins over Melissa 37-28 and places first in district standing
November 4, 2024
Prepared to run, No. 34 senior Antonie Van tonder runs after catching the kickoff. Van tonder finished the night with 65 yards and 16 return yards.
Walnut secures postion in playoffs
October 29, 2024
Toth Time S2, Ep. 1
Toth Time S2, Ep. 1
September 16, 2024
Define the Standard Ep. 1
Define the Standard Ep. 1
April 24, 2024
In Your Head Podcast Ep. 2
In Your Head Podcast Ep. 2
April 16, 2024
Toth Time ep. 6
Toth Time ep. 6
February 9, 2024
Toth Time ep. 5
Toth Time ep. 5
December 14, 2023
Toth Time S2, Ep. 1
Toth Time S2, Ep. 1
September 16, 2024
Toth Time ep. 6
Toth Time ep. 6
February 9, 2024
Toth Time ep. 5
Toth Time ep. 5
December 14, 2023
Toth Time ep. 3
Toth Time ep. 3
November 2, 2023
Toth Time ep. 6
Toth Time ep. 6
February 9, 2024
Toth Time Ep. 4
Toth Time Ep. 4
November 10, 2023
Sports for Dummies ep. 1: Football
Sports for Dummies ep. 1: Football
October 27, 2023
In Your Head ep. 1: Mental health in sports
In Your Head ep. 1: Mental health in sports
September 26, 2023
Toth Time ep. 2
Toth Time ep. 2
September 20, 2023
WG-TV
WG-TV season 1, ep. 2
October 31, 2023
WG-TV Season 1 Episode 1
WG-TV season 1, ep. 1
October 3, 2023
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Caitlyn Ketzle

Caitlyn Ketzle, Editor-in-Chief

Caitlyn Ketzle is a senior at Walnut Grove High School. She is currently serving her second year as the Editor-in-Chief for Wildcats Wired, and served one year as a photojournalist on Eagle Nation Online at Prosper High School. Caitlyn is a member of the Executive Student Council and is a spirit leader. In her free time, she enjoys photographing school events and hanging out with friends.

All content by Caitlyn Ketzle
Grove at a Glance: March 10 - March 14

Grove at a Glance: March 10 – March 14

Caitlyn Ketzle, Editor-in-chief
March 10, 2025
In the air, senior Nicole Steel prepares to hit the ball across the court. "I think I'm most proud of participating in tennis," Steel said. "At the beginning of last year, our team had no culture, no traditions, and was starting from scratch. I’m proud to say that now as a team we have all of that, and we have a winning culture that fosters all of the little things our coaches consider important." This photo was taken at the 2023 senior tennis night.

Cats out of Class: Nicole Steel

Caitlyn Ketzle, Editor-in-chief
February 25, 2025
Grove at a Glance: Feb. 24 - Feb. 28

Grove at a Glance: Feb. 24 – Feb. 28

Caitlyn Ketzle, Editor-in-chief
February 24, 2025
Grove at a Glance: Feb. 18 - Feb. 21

Grove at a Glance: Feb. 18 – Feb. 21

Caitlyn Ketzle, Editor-in-Chief
February 18, 2025
West Grove is anchored by Whole Foods, which broke ground in March and is set to open sometime this year. Chick-fil-A opened its doors in March 2024. “I’m so excited because I haven’t been to Whole Foods in forever, and I love all of the stuff they have,” senior Chloe Dias said. “They have so many hot foods, soups, salad bars, and even a smoothie shop. I could live there. I also can’t wait to have access to higher quality produce on days the Frisco Market isn’t open.”

West Grove development welcomes surge of new retailers

Caitlyn Ketzle, Editor-in-chief
January 29, 2025
Senior Maddie Karmun-Lanza opens up the TikTok app preparing to unwind. Karmun-Lanza spent 12 hours and 28 minutes on TikTok last week.

Sen. Ed Markey proposes bill to extend TikTok ban deadline

Caitlyn Ketzle, Editor-in-chief
January 16, 2025
Grove at a Glance: Jan. 13 - Jan. 17

Grove at a Glance: Jan. 13 – Jan. 17

Caitlyn Ketzle, Editor-in-chief
January 13, 2025
Grove at a Glance: Dec. 16 - Dec. 20

Grove at a Glance: Dec. 16 – Dec. 20

Caitlyn Ketzle, Editor-in-chief
December 16, 2024
Arms stretched out, senior Kylie Barnes shakes her poms as she cheers on varsity football at their senior night game against Newman Smith. "Nothing can top performing in front of a stadium full of people," Barnes said. This photo was taken by Scott Albrecht, Silver Elites photographer.

Cats out of Class: Kylie Barnes

Caitlyn Ketzle, Editor-in-chief
December 13, 2024
Grove at a Glance: Dec. 9 - Dec. 13

Grove at a Glance: Dec. 9 – Dec. 13

Caitlyn Ketzle, Editor-in-chief
December 9, 2024
On the ground, Student Council Vice President Jocelyn Johnson and member Maylee Stankiewicz decorate the wagon student council will use in the parade. The parade will take place tomorrow at 11:45 during Grove Time. All toys and donations will be sent to Conerstone Church.

Annual Christmas toy-drive to donate toys for Cornerstone Church

Caitlyn Ketzle and Sydney Jackson
November 20, 2024
Grove at a Glance: Nov. 18-22

Grove at a Glance: Nov. 18-22

Caitlyn Ketzle, Editor-in-chief
November 18, 2024
Photos used from Vanity Fair and New York Times. A digitally constructed image.

Netflix’s ‘Monsters’ series revives debate on the Menendez brothers’ case

Caitlyn Ketzle and Maddie Karmun-Lanza
October 30, 2024
Grove at a Glance: Oct. 28 - Nov. 1

Grove at a Glance: Oct. 28 – Nov. 1

Caitlyn Ketzle, Editor-in-chief
October 28, 2024
Grove at a Glance: Oct. 21 - Oct. 25

Grove at a Glance: Oct. 21 – Oct. 25

Caitlyn Ketzle, Editor-in-Chief
October 21, 2024
Voting 101: Quick Guide to Voting

Voting 101: Quick Guide to Voting

Caitlyn Ketzle, Editor-in-chief
October 17, 2024
Grove at a Glance: Oct. 14-18

Grove at a Glance: Oct. 14-18

Caitlyn Ketzle, Editor-in-chief
October 13, 2024

Grove at a Glance: Oct. 7-10

Caitlyn Ketzle, Editor-in-chief
October 7, 2024
Grove at a Glance: Sept. 30 - Oct. 4

Grove at a Glance: Sept. 30 – Oct. 4

Caitlyn Ketzle, Editor-in-chief
October 1, 2024
Arms around the flyer, senior Remi Richardson prepares to place sophomore Alyssa Murillo on the knees of junior Dane Miller and junior Dillon Diener. Richardson is one of the founding member of Cheer Cats. “I feel like a big thing with [special education] is that they don’t always have the same opportunities as general education like sports and clubs,” Richardson said. “[Cheer cats] provided an opportunity for them to be on a team and be a part of something.”

Cheerleader empowers students with disabilities

Caitlyn Ketzle, Editor-in-chief
September 27, 2024
Focused, junior Kari Arder works to prepare the fabric for stitching. "[Fashion Design] is one of my classes that I get to be the most creative in, which is nice," Arder said. Arder plans on pursuing a career in the fashion industry. "Maybe the business side of fashion," Arder said. "Probably not design though."

Fashion Design contributes sewing services

Kenna Thornton and Caitlyn Ketzle
September 26, 2024
Grove at a Glance: All things Homecoming

Grove at a Glance: All things Homecoming

Caitlyn Ketzle, Editor-in-chief
September 23, 2024
Arm at the ready, No. 11 senior Harper Collins prepares to make her 10th goal of the game. Collins scored 11 total goals throughout the game and 45 goals this season. Collins serves her second year as a Walnut Grove water polo captain.

Varisty girls water polo defeats Rock Hill 15-3

Caitlyn Ketzle and Peter Gilbert
September 12, 2024
Grove Fest at a glance: everything you need to know

Grove Fest at a glance: everything you need to know

Caitlyn Ketzle and Maddie Karmun-Lanza
May 9, 2024
With the intention of bringing joy and comforting patients, the student council plans to donate stuffed animals to the Cooks Children’s Medical Center by hosting the Teddy Bear Toss, and collecting donations throughout the week. The Toss will be held on Feb. 6 during halftime of the varsity boys home game that begins at 7:15 p.m.

Student council to host Teddy Bear Toss

Caitlyn Ketzle and Maddie Karmun-Lanza
February 6, 2024
Ready to pass the ball, No. 1 freshman Ava Kim tries to outrun Sachse player. The Walnut Grove varsity girls soccer team played against Sachse High School Tuesday, Jan. 9. Walnut Grove players wore orange ribbons in their hair to support Leukemia Awareness.

Varsity Girls Play First Home Game Against Sachse High School, 1-4

Caitlyn Ketzle and Maddie Karmun-Lanza
January 20, 2024
Hardy's Cafe, run by the culinary program and head chefs Brett Claypoole and Matthew Denman, is officially open to the school. The cafe opened in October and is open on A-days in the morning, before school, and lunchtime, 12:30-2:30. Located by the culinary classrooms and kitchens, this establishment provides food for not just students and staff, but they offer catering services, and many other things.

[Photo] Hardy’s is Here

Kenna Thornton, Business Manager
November 30, 2023

Sports for Dummies ep. 1: Football

Caitlyn Ketzle and Maddie Karmun-Lanza
October 27, 2023
Arms to the side, senior Luke Sitz prepares to dive at a Walnut Grove meet. The meet was held in the Prosper ISD Natatorium. “Honestly, diving has impacted my life with all of the life lessons it gives,” Sitz said. “Failure is good, and you can fail at something. But, if you keep trying you’ll get it right someday.”

Diver lands spot at 2024 Olympic Trials

Caitlyn Ketzle and Maddie Kane
October 3, 2023
Both hand in the air, sophomore Danielle Whitmire preapres to set the ball to her fellow teammate. Whitmire is a setter and plays right side of the court.“I like to set because it gives me a sense of leadership on the court,” Whitmire said. “I get to run plays and run the offense.”

[Photo] Varsity volleyball player sets new school record

October 11, 2023
Ball in hand, No. 4 junior Jake Beller attempts to outrun the Bobcats. Beller is a running back on the varsity Walnut Grove football team. In the game against Celina, Beller had 30 rushing yards.

Varsity football falls short to Celina in overtime, 35-38

Caitlyn Ketzle and Rishi Nandikanti
September 18, 2023
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