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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
"Fuller stands outside a small town in Utah, ready to hit the slopes."
Cats out of class: Haley Fuller
March 31, 2025
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
"Fuller stands outside a small town in Utah, ready to hit the slopes."
Cats out of class: Haley Fuller
March 31, 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
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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In the air, No. 1 junior Cam Newton hurdles over the opposing defender. Newton is number 1 running back in 5A district. Walnut Grove is 2nd in the 5A district ranking after the win over Denison

Varsity football dominates Homecoming opponent 49-21

Peter Gilbert, Sports Editor • October 1, 2024

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Prepared to score, No. 7 senior John Hutson jukes the opposing Trojan player. The varsity football team played against Newman Smith High School on Friday, Aug. 30. This was the first official game for the varsity football season.

Varsity football team kicks-off season with massive victory

Peter Gilbert, Sports Editor • September 4, 2024

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Smile on her face, senior Kaylee Mitchell stands in victory lines. Mitchell has been on Sliver Elites for two years. Mitchell has also been Blue Hawks Rockettes.

Walnut Groves starts year off with Meet the Wildcats

Peter Gilbert, Sports Editor • August 23, 2024

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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

Click the photo above to start a slideshow with information about the varsity football game Friday,...

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