Sydney Cain

HC Boys’ Soccer team has successful season despite loss in regional finals

Sydney Cain, Editor-in-Chief
May 26, 2026

The HC Boys’ Soccer team ended the 2025 season with a loss in the Region 11 tournament finals to Bryan...

A legacy of leadership: Sam Kotter inspires service at HC

Sydney Cain, Editor-in-Chief
May 26, 2026

The Class of 2026 is nothing short of extraordinary. Many of our graduating seniors have much to be proud...

Senior Superlatives: 2025-2026

Sydney Cain, Editor-in-Chief
May 26, 2026

2025-2026 Photo Gallery

Sydney Cain, Editor-in-Chief
May 26, 2026

Senior Game Changers: 2025-2026

Sydney Cain, Editor-in-Chief
May 26, 2026

Senior Spotlights: 2025-2026

Sydney Cain, Editor-in-Chief
May 26, 2026

Culture fair celebrates diversity at HC

Sydney Cain, Editor-in-Chief
May 22, 2026

On Friday, May 15, HC hosted a culture fair, which celebrated and recognized the diverse backgrounds...

New arcade specializing in claw machines brings fun to Fayette Mall

Sydney Cain, Editor-in-Chief
May 22, 2026

Trips to the mall just got a whole lot more exciting: Kako Claw, a “bright, modern destination for...

Lexington’s response to inclement road conditions fails the community

Sydney Cain, Editor-in-Chief
February 27, 2026

FCPS students returned to in-person learning on Tuesday, February 10, after being out of school for over...

Stop asking HC students to choose a career pathway

Sydney Cain, Editor-in-Chief
February 12, 2026

This school year, HC transitioned from a traditional bell schedule with six daily classes to block scheduling....

Federal investigation of Minnesota fraud scandal continues as Americans clash over immigration crackdown

Sydney Cain, Editor-in-Chief
January 20, 2026

In a video that began circulating last month, a YouTuber visited day care centers in Minnesota and accused...

Stipulations for using incentives are not equitable to all students at HC

Sydney Cain, Editor-in-Chief
December 16, 2025

Traditionally at HC, the fall semester’s closing is marked by the distribution of final exam exemptions...

The longest government shutdown in US history comes to an end

Sydney Cain, Editor-in-Chief
November 14, 2025

After 43 days, the longest government shutdown in U.S. history has ended. The House of Representatives...

HC Boys’ Soccer season ends in region finals loss against Bryan Station

Sydney Cain, Editor-in-Chief
November 4, 2025

In recent years, the HC Boys’ Soccer team has made a great run in the postseason, and this season was...

Kentucky Auditor announces that FCPS audit will be complete by spring of 2026

Sydney Cain, Editor-in-Chief
October 17, 2025

Fayette County Public Schools has been suffering a $16 million budget shortfall for months now. FCPS...

Healing Appalachia brings hope to the region during annual music festival

Sydney Cain, Editor-in-Chief
September 25, 2025

On Thursday, September 18, the annual musical festival known as Healing Appalachia kicked off in Ashland,...

Lexington police investigate officer-involved shooting near HC

Sydney Cain, Editor-in-Chief
September 12, 2025

Early in the morning on Monday, September 8, a Lexington police officer returned shots at a person armed...

Lottery system determines student parking as construction limits spaces

Sydney Cain, Editor-in-Chief
August 29, 2025

Over summer break, construction at HC escalated across campus. Such conditions have made many areas of...

Senior Superlatives

Sydney Cain and Elliot Tiennot
May 22, 2025

Senior Game Changers

Sydney Cain and Elliot Tiennot
May 22, 2025

Senior Spotlights

Sydney Cain and Elliot Tiennot
May 22, 2025

Powderpuff showcases female athleticism at HC

Sydney Cain and Callaway Baxter
April 3, 2025

FCCLA advances to the State STAR Events after regional level success

Sydney Cain, Co-Editor-In-Chief
March 12, 2025

On Friday, February 28th, FCCLA competed in the Regional STAR Events for the first time in almost 10...

Kentucky flooding leaves communities in need of rescue and repair

Sydney Cain, Co-Editor-In-Chief
February 25, 2025

On Friday, February 14th, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear declared a state emergency ahead of flooding...

[Photo] HC offers new electives in the upcoming year

February 10, 2025

Staff is promoting the electives HC will be offering students next year.

The 67th Annual Grammy Awards features historic wins and unforgettable appearances

Sydney Cain, Co-Editor-In-Chief
February 7, 2025

The 67th Annual Grammy Awards, commonly referred to as the Grammys, was held on February 2, 2025. The...

President Trump’s second inauguration showcased the long-standing traditions of Inauguration Day

Sydney Cain, Co-Editor-In-Chief
January 23, 2025

On January 20th, the United States celebrated Inauguration Day, a holiday in which the president-elect...

College Board categorizes HC as a Bronze School after evaluating the 2023-24 school year

Sydney Cain, Co-Editor-In-Chief
December 16, 2024

HC has been acknowledged by College Board on the AP School Honor Roll for the 2023-24 school year. Based...

Student leadership is essential to preventing student altercations at HC

Sydney Cain, Co-Editor-In-Chief
November 26, 2024

Last week, an intense student altercation took place in the downstairs orange hallway and, unfortunately,...

[Photo] High schools should not ban cellphones

Savannah Peters, Reporter
November 15, 2024

Students have displayed posters in the halls detailing the benefits of cellphones in the classroom.

HC Key Club makes a difference for local families at Safe Halloween

Sydney Cain, Co-Editor-In-Chief
November 11, 2024

The annual Safe Halloween event hosted by HC’s Key Club took place on the night of October 30th, and...

HC faculty steals the show with their Halloween costumes

Sydney Cain, Parker Mays, Riley Slattery, Kara Middleton, Savannah Peters, and Abrielle Brewsaugh
October 31, 2024

Amendment 2 proposes state funding of non-public education in Kentucky

Sydney Cain, Co-Editor-In-Chief
October 28, 2024

Around the HC hallways, student-made posters can be found which detail the effects of Amendment 2, a...

Hurricane Milton causes long standing damage in Florida

Sydney Cain, Co-Editor-In-Chief
October 18, 2024

Just two weeks after Hurricane Helene, a Category 4 hurricane that swept from the Florida Gulf Coast...

Changes to HC master schedule moves advisory

Sydney Cain, Co-Editor-In-Chief
September 27, 2024

This week at HC, a scheduling change has been made regarding the advisory period. Advisory is a 25 minute...

New bathroom policy promotes student punctuality

Sydney Cain, Co-Editor-In-Chief
September 16, 2024

Last year, HC students abided by a rigorous bathroom policy that did not comply with the needs of students....

Potential removal of Journalism raises concern at HC

Sydney Cain, Editor
March 21, 2024

Elective courses are essential to the academic journey of high school students. Exploring and pursuing...

HC Baseball sends seven seniors to the collegiate level

Sydney Cain, Editor
March 14, 2024

On Friday March 1, seven seniors were celebrated as they made their commitments to college athletics...

FRYSC appreciation week seeks change in Kentucky

Sydney Cain, Editor
February 5, 2024

During the week of February 5-9, Kentucky will be celebrating FRYSC appreciation week. Family Resource...

HC Boys’ Basketball continues their undefeated season in 2024

Sydney Cain, Editor
January 12, 2024

As the winter high school sports season carries over into January, boys’ basketball at HC is gaining...

HC boys’ basketball stands undefeated

Sydney Cain, Editor
December 7, 2023

Last week, the HC boys’ basketball team began their season with their game against Conner High School....

The absence of reading creates concern for today’s youth

Sydney Cain, Editor
November 29, 2023

Widely known and referenced pieces, such as the works of Shakespeare and Homer, are all great literary...

Admin shares perspective on HC current events

Evelyn Dyer and Sydney Cain
November 21, 2023

On September 29th, the Devils' Advocate editorial staff sat down with administrators Dr. Corye Franklin,...

Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour film provides another avenue for Swift’s fans

Sydney Cain, Editor
October 23, 2023

Awarding-winning and widely adored artist Taylor Swift has stunned audiences with her ongoing tour: The...

New assistant coach strengthens HC Cross-Country

Sydney Cain, Editor
October 2, 2023

HC Cross-Country has added a new hire to its already successful coaching staff of HC teacher Tommy Craft...

Bolander balances being an educator and musician

Sydney Cain, Editor
September 1, 2023

Eric Bolander has been teaching art at HC for eighteen years, but his passion for the fine arts goes...

Four senior athletes sign with college programs

Sydney Cain, Reporter
March 27, 2023

2023 Powderpuff games

Sydney Cain, Reporter
March 27, 2023

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HC boys’ volleyball prepares for advancement in the 2023 season

Sydney Cain, Reporter
March 10, 2023

Women’s volleyball has been viewed as a more traditional form of the sport in the past. However, in...

Spring sports at HC allow for more student involvement

Sydney Cain, Reporter
February 1, 2023

Trying out for one of HC’s sports teams is a great way to participate in the spring semester. There...

Officer’s use of profanity reflects poorly on all

Sydney Cain, Reporter
December 16, 2022

Ordinary experiences at HC can often involve profanity. However, there has been various accounts of an...

Football Blue Devils reflect on injury-filled season

Sydney Cain, Reporter
October 21, 2022

The HC football team has battled a variety of injuries this season that has put them in unanticipated...