As the winter semester continues so do the winter storms. The constant snowfall is forcing schools across the district to use their allotted snow days very quickly. Washburn Rural High School was supposed...

Black History Month is dedicated to honoring the achievements, contributions, and history of black people worldwide. It's been celebrated every February since 1926 and was created by Carter G. Woodson....

Celebrate Black History Month at Common Grounds before school or at lunch with their February exclusive frappuccino, consisting of a blend of chocolates and caramel. Labeled “Black Beauty”, this sweet...

Washburn Rural forensics’ team, coached by Tim Ellis and Sean Duff, host their annual forensics tournament this weekend from Jan 31 to Feb 1. On Friday the following events will be featured: Congress...

Washburn Rural High School’s Theater department works hard every winter to showcase an outstanding musical. This year WRHS presents “Urine Town: The Musical”. Directed by Mr. Beasley, this musical...

TikTok is owned by Byte Dance, a Chinese company that increased in profits by 60 percent in less than one year. This is the fastest growing social platform today and has approximately 170 million users...

Washburn Rural AFJROTC won their fifth consecutive math in the 2024 National Sporter Air Rifle League, defeating Battle Ground AFJROTC with a score of 949.8 to 893.0. Nick Fewell led Washburn with a score...

The Washburn Rural High School debate team has finished their regular session in the Tonganoxie Tournament in the past weekends, and have earned an overall 2nd place finish.    In addition,...

Unified bowling did well on Thursday, November 7, competing against 19 other teams. One of the WRHS teams placed fourth with a total of 671 and another team placed second with a total of 729. The remaining...

Tim Ellis, the debate coach and a science teacher at Washburn Rural High School, has launched the students on the debate team off to a great start. The team takes home awards at tournaments early in the...

The Washburn Rural High School choir program has had a busy and exciting month of October, great performances and incredible opportunities. On October 10th, the Chorale had the opportunity to perform alongside...

Last week Washburn Rural High School held a week long celebration of its 2024 homecoming, Wizard of Oz. This year's spirit week incorporated many events similar to past years including a door decorating...