December 19, 2024

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In this podcast, Emerson and Rebecca, two juniors at Liberty, explore the lives of current seniors. They dive deep into what the students did during their high school years, what they plan to do after graduation, and what steps they took to get where they are now.

Rebecca Matiyabo and Emerson Townsend

December 18, 2024

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Many students have been reaching out to Prahm and Vanderpol for their nails this holiday season.

Delving into the beauty world: students turn to their peers to do their nails

Students around Liberty have been finding confidence in their nails, and when finding out their peers had a way to give that to them, businesses started to grow.

Leighana Rose, Reporter

December 17, 2024

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Oblander gathers feedback from her students on a consistent basis, allowing them to reflect on their learning.

Teacher feature: Malyssa Oblander

Mrs. Oblander, a Spanish teacher at Liberty, goes the extra mile for her students.

Amelia Marquardt, Reporter

December 16, 2024

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Liberty High School’s baton girls preparing to take the field at a Liberty football game.

Liberty’s baton girls: conquering the field

Where precision, talent and passion come together, baton girls are often the overlooked talent of high school performances. But behind every flawless twirl is a story of determination, sacrifice and the goal of perfection, often unseen by those who cheer from the stands.

Ashley Sabin, Reporter

December 12, 2024

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News

2024 weather recap, what to expect
Kaelyn Rickels, Editor-In-Chief | December 4, 2024
School-related social media accounts
Amelia Marquardt, Reporter | November 14, 2024
2024 Election: what happens now?
Kaelyn Rickels, Editor-In-Chief | November 11, 2024
The Menendez brothers: the role of entertainment media in criminal cases
Addison Pirkl, Website Manager | November 7, 2024

Features

Meeting Tatiana Bonne-Schlote
Addison Pirkl, Website Manager | December 5, 2024
Teenage tattoo culture
Avery Riehl, Managing Editor | December 3, 2024
The meaning of Thanksgiving to Liberty
Leighana Rose, Reporter | November 19, 2024
Liberty students representing their school
Ashley Sabin, Reporter | November 12, 2024

Opinion

Christmas decorating: a joyful tradition or festive frenzy?
Hadley Andersen, Website Manager, Social Media Chair | December 6, 2024
Liberty litterbugs
Allie Motley, Reporter | November 20, 2024
Liberty Theater’s production of “The Crucible”
Madelyn Johnson, Editor-In-Chief, Social Media Chair | November 12, 2024
The reality check: understanding the struggles of junior year
Rebecca Matiyabo, Reporter | October 16, 2024

Meet the Staff!

Averie Bilskemper

Reporter

Averie Bilskemper is a senior at Liberty High School. This is her first year on Liberty's Live Wire Staff. Averie usually spends her time at swim club practices or running track in the spring. Besides sports, she enjoys traveling...

Kaelyn Rickels

Editor-In-Chief

Kaelyn is a senior at Liberty, and this is her third year on the Live Wire staff. At Liberty, she participates in NHS, garden club, SEA club, and softball. She is an avid bird enthusiast, Roblox player, and wearer of cool shoes.

Peyten Van Dyke

Reporter

Peyten Van Dyke is a sophomore at Liberty. This is her first year a part of the Journalism program as a reporter. She enjoys writing about sports and is a high-level athlete on the girl's wrestling team. Peyten is also a part...