Kami Ziegler

Lending a hand to those in need makes an impact, improves health

By engaging in the community through volunteering, people make social connections, better themselves and contribute to the building of an improved local environment. Volunteer opportunities provide a variety of perks to the people who participate.

Kami Ziegler, Features Editor
May 29, 2026

Outdoor School gives fifth graders send-off

With assistance from high school seniors as camp counselors and teacher preparations, Salford Hills Elementary School ran its annual Outdoor School field trip for fifth graders from May 27-29.

Kami Ziegler, Features Editor
May 29, 2026

Spoof movies, covered songs push boundaries, perspectives

In order to allow for creativity and self-expression, the entertainment industry takes inspiration from previously made works and constructs parodies and covers of past productions. This revamps them and draws popularity to creators.

Kami Ziegler, Features Editor
May 1, 2026

Community’s sustainable initiatives recognize Earth Day

Educating the community about sustainability, environmentalists spread awareness on April 22 teaching people how to make every day Earth Day. SAVE hosted a campus clean-up on April 11.

Kami Ziegler, Features Editor
May 1, 2026

Pit Bull bans further, unfairly blemish dogs’ record

As a consequence of injuries to humans by American Pit Bull Terriers over the years, American Pit Bull Terriers carry a reputation as dangerous companions. This has led to bans on their ownership in places around the world.

Kami Ziegler, Features Editor
March 27, 2026

IVPL therapy dogs make reading less ‘ruff’ experience

By giving children an opportunity to work on their reading skills, the Indian Valley Public Library (IVPL) hosts a Ruff and Read program to help kids get comfortable reading. Participants can sign up for 10-minute time slots and will receive a token for the library’s book vending machine.

Kami Ziegler, Features Editor
March 27, 2026

Horror movies gain popularity, explore the unknown

Through the evolving methods and ideas behind horror-themed movies, the horror genre has been altered and continues to be altered as time goes on and society investigates human nature. The surge in horror movie interest has increased recently.

Kami Ziegler, Features Editor
February 20, 2026

Shop With a Cop supports families, promotes joy

With fundraising and donations from sponsors, and volunteering from local police, the Souderton-Telford Rotary and the Interact Club, Shop with a Cop was made possible and helped 30-plus families in the community.

Kami Ziegler, Features Editor
February 20, 2026

Banning books intends to protect, but censors learning

Through book bannings, schools and libraries across the country are limiting the reading materials children have access to. Reasons for the increase in book censoring include concerns with mature content.

Kami Ziegler, Features Editor
December 19, 2025

Appreciating family ties brings generations together

Due to the difference in age, interests and upbringings, the relationship between grandchildren and grandparents relies on effort from both sides. Communication helps shrink the generation gap.

Kami Ziegler, Features Editor
December 19, 2025

Community rallies around breast cancer awareness

To raise awareness and get the community involved, the high school holds fundraisers to raise money for breast cancer awareness. National Breast Cancer Awareness Month occurs throughout October.

Kami Ziegler, Features Editor
October 31, 2025

Superstitions providing security have unseen complexities

Due to people’s psychological need to understand the unknown, people around the world rely on superstitions to explain the unexplainable and help themselves feel in control.

Kami Ziegler, Features Editor
October 31, 2025

Country line dancing fosters friendships, unites community

People enjoyed country line dancing at Sunflower Events & More, in Boyertown on May 10.

Kami Ziegler, Opinion Editor
May 30, 2025

Maturity ‘sleighs’ childhood, changes perspectives

There comes a certain time when the question of aging out of the holidays hits. Family celebrations might seem silly, and characters like Santa and the Easter Bunny do not seem plausible anymore.

Kami Ziegler, Opinion Editor
May 30, 2025

‘Branching out’ classroom environment improves life

By doing school work outside and spending time in nature, students are able to be more productive, efficient and competent in school. Taking a break during the school day and going outside or doing lessons outside can benefit student development.

Kami Ziegler, Opinion Editor
May 2, 2025

Young Women Rising Symposium inspires students

Through a panel, group sessions and a student meet and greet, female Souderton Area High School students were able to network with women in various career paths. The Young Women Rising event took place on April 2.

Kami Ziegler, Opinion Editor
May 2, 2025

[Photo] Key Club pen pal visit connects students

Cassy Shurtz, Staff Writer
May 2, 2025

Fat Tuesday celebrators “mardi” on to commemorate traditions

In order to honor the tradition and religious significance of Mardi Gras, celebrations are taking place on March 4. New Orleans, France and other countries around the world will feature similar commemorations of their version of Mardi Gras.

Kami Ziegler, Arrowhead Opinion Editor
March 28, 2025

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March 28, 2025

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Kami Ziegler, Arrowhead Opinion Editor
March 28, 2025

Sports are more enjoyable with more support, less pressure

The relationships athletes form with their teammates and coaches are integral to their success in sports. Although there are a plethora of reasons why athletes quit their sport(s), the most frequent cause is due to problems with coaching.

Kami Ziegler, Arrowhead Opinion Editor
March 28, 2025

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Kami Ziegler, Arrowhead Opinion Editor
February 7, 2025

Appreciation leads to ‘sib’stantially better relationships

Since they’re a large part of our lives, mainly childhoods, the relationships we have with our family are important. They’re going to differ from person to person but regardless of that, all of them play a role in the kinds of people we grow up to be.

Kami Ziegler, Arrowhead Opinion Editor
February 7, 2025

Special ed accommodations foster equality

Encouraging equal education opportunities in their schools, Souderton Area School District faculty and staff work together to provide accommodations for special education students.

Kami Ziegler, Arrowhead Opinion Editor
February 7, 2025