Editor’s note: This interview has been edited for clarity and length. The Pirates’ Hook (PH): What interested you in the role you are in a yearbook? Samantha Fischer (SF): Well, …
The editor – Samantha Fischer senior spotlight Read More
By: Paris Chavis Growing up riding city buses helped inspire senior Brandan Miller. “We used to catch the bus a lot when I was a kid, so that probably did …
The conductor – Brandan Miller senior spotlight Read More
By: Jason Iwara ‘Looking to the stars’ is a phrase usually used metaphorically, but for senior Connor Lloyd it’s become very real. Lloyd has been interested in aerospace engineering since …
The builder – Connor Lloyd senior spotlight Read More
By: Levi Brown Senior Rhys Cohoon is practicing to become an emergency medical technician (EMT) after high school. Cohoon has many interests. He was a goalkeeper on the varsity men’s …
The soon to be EMT – Rhys Cohoon senior spotlight Read More
By: Will Gray Senior Jason Noble has balanced different extracurriculars like SGA, lacrosse and ROTC during his four busy years at Riverside. “I wanted to help improve the school overall,” he said. …
Mr. Extracurricular – Jason Noble senior spotlight Read More
The Duke Gardens welcome center was part of the recently finished rennovation. Photo by Saul Janiak Stein Cherry blossoms attract thousand to Duke Gardens every spring Thousands of people visit …
“It’s insane how many people try to come here.” Read More
Artwork by Tula Winton Dear Lenny, This is my first year going to prom and I’m worried. What do I need to know? Thanks, Junior Dear Junior, Here’s what you …
Dear Lenny: Prom edition Read More
By Federica Cedeno and Saeed Lobbad
Durham’s Third Places Read More
By Yohana Flores and Austin Wymore Riverside’s spring musical, Mary Poppins, was one of the theater program’s most lively but challenging productions. Students performed a theatrical adaptation of P.L. Traver’s …
“A spoonful of sugar and a whole lot of fun”: Mary Poppins comes to Riverside Read More
“Team Gringos” poses after winning the 2026 spring 5-on-5 tournament. Photo courtesy of Allison Swaim 18 teams compete in Destino’s spring soccer tournament By Jameson Osborne & Violet Davis “Team …
“It builds our community” Read More
Por Norah Lubeck y Conrad Hamel La mayor parte del arte de los pasillos de Riverside tiene más de dos décadas. Los estudiantes dicen que es hora de actualizarlo. Las …
Atrapado en el pasado Read More
By Norah Lubeck and Conrad Hamel Most of Riverside’s hallway art is over two decades old. Students say it’s time for an update. Covering the whitewashed walls of Riverside’s hallways …
Stuck in the past Read More
Each Saturday, the Farmers’ Market convenes in Durham’s Central Park. The following photos are from March 7th and depict the various vendors who attended. When asked what the market means …
Photo Gallery: The vibrant scenes from the Durham Farmers’ Market. Read More
Charlie Kirk speaks at the 2024 Republican National Convention. Kirk was killed while speaking at the Utah Valley University in September 2025. Image Courtesy of Pixbay.com By Nelson Kerr-Ritchie and …
Desensitized: is political violence the new normal? Read More
On Wednesday, March 4, the Riverside cultural arts department hosted an African American Heritage Program during third period in the auditorium. The annual event is a commemoration of Black history …
Students perform at African American Heritage Program Read More
Art by Tula Winton When I think back to the first time I ever got braids, I wasn’t aware of the history I was wearing on my head. The history …
The story behind the style Read More
Black Student Union advisor Tavia Webley helps a student in her class on Feb. 12. BSU meets on Thursdays during “B” lunch. A Q&A with Black Student Union advisor Tavia …
“I allow them to speak their truth.” Read More
Assistant principal Jasmine McKoy celebrates her sorority’s Founder’s Day at NCCU with her younger sister, Jessica. Photo courtesy of Jasmine McKoy Familial love and respect inspired many RHS teachers to …
“It’s that feeling of home…and knowing that you’re not alone.” Read More
Senior Angel Contreras takes a business call during an interview with The Pirates’ Hook. Photo By Saeed Lobbad While most athletes go home from practice after a long day, senior …
Student Spotlight: Angel “Guap” Contreras Read More
Photo courtesy of Creative Commons via Glenn Francis After winning the first-ever Album of the Year for an all Spanish Album, Bad Bunny (A Puerto Rican Rap artist) performed for …
A Super Bowl halftime show protest Read More