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The Pioneer Press

The student news site of Jonathan Alder High School

The Pioneer Press

The student news site of Jonathan Alder High School

The Pioneer Press

Sophomore Gwyn Davis
Gwyn Davis
Staff Writer

Gwyn is a sophomore and in her first year of journalism. She joined because she wanted to write about things that are important...

Michaela Eades poses with one of her chickens.
Michaela Eades
Staff Writer

Michaela is a junior in her first year of journalism.  In school, she participates in Ag Club, Science Club and student council. ...

The varsity volleyball team throws candy to parade watchers
Jonathan Alder homecoming parade and bonfire photo gallery
Eli Harriman and Haydn Gregory October 21, 2025

The homecoming parade took place on Wednesday, October 1st in the week leading up to the homecoming game and dance. The parade began and ended...

"Accountant 2" movie review, 

photo from the film.
The Accountant 2 is worth the watch
Parker Flowers, Staff Writer • October 21, 2025

The Accountant 2  Disclaimer: While the movie discussed is rated R, this article contains only age-appropriate content and is...

Onyx Storm, Iron Flame, and Fourth Wing
Original photos from Rebecca Yarros
Graphic created by Michaela Eades
Onyx Storm: hit or miss
Michaela Eades, Staff Writer • October 17, 2025

Full of action, dragons, and more secrets than we knew what to do with, "Onyx Storm" is the third book in the Empyrean series by...

Taylor Swift poses for her album cover photo. 
Photo courtesy of https://www.elle.com/culture/music/a65654090/taylor-swift-new-album-news-release/
The Life of a Showgirl is more magical than miserable
Reese Johnson, Staff Writer • October 17, 2025

Taylor Swift's awaited 12th studio album “The Life of a Showgirl” was released on October 3rd. Just after her highest-grossing...

The crowd dancing at Homecoming.
Homecoming 2025: A Complete Review
Averie Rhoades, Staff Writer • October 15, 2025

From the fruit punch concoction to the vines overhanging the lights, Homecoming 2025 certainty wasn’t one we’ll forget anytime...

The Pre-Apprenticeship program takes place at Jonathan Alder
The Pre-Apprenticeship program takes place at Jonathan Alder
Anna Cardone, Staff Writer • October 10, 2025

This school year at Jonathan Alder we have a new program called the pre-apprenticeship program, which is designed to help juniors...

Ethel Cain performs in Detroit, Michigan.
Review: Ethel Cain performs at the Masonic Temple in Detroit Michigan
Gwyn Davis, Staff Writer • September 26, 2025

Hayden Anhedönia, professionally known as Ethel Cain, performed her third to last American show in Detroit, on September 17th. Her Willoughby...

Photo courtesy of creative commons, edited by Henry Saiter
Misinformation is killing us
Henry Saiter, Staff Writer • May 13, 2025

Today, it feels like people choose the reality they want to live in. Information, news, and facts are no longer a balanced meal—they’re more...

Hayes after spiking the ball.
JA volleyball compete against Northwestern at senior night
Anna Cardone, Staff Writer • October 6, 2025

Girls volleyball played their senior night match on Sept. 18 against Northwestern. They won in three, with match scores of 25-18, 25-16, and...

(From left to right) Manring, Flores-Villanueva, and senior Kenlee Thomas warm up.
Photo gallery: JA girls tennis senior night
Eden Litchfield, Staff Writer • October 2, 2025

Girls tennis held their senior night honoring the seniors that have dedicated time to the sport. Playing against Central Crossing, the match...

Mrs. Puckett at her desk.
Q & A – Mrs. Puckett
September 23, 2025
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