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Editor’s note: Changes to this year’s college map

Editor’s note: Changes to this year’s college map

June 6, 2019
Manual's Class of 2019 post-graduation destinations

Manual’s Class of 2019 post-graduation destinations

June 6, 2019
Students react to Backpack investigation

Students react to Backpack investigation

June 4, 2019
Use of Backpack may cross digital privacy lines

Use of Backpack may cross digital privacy lines

June 4, 2019
Manual RedEye's senior portfolio

Manual RedEye’s senior portfolio

May 27, 2019
Simple catch phrases and drawings took up most of the pink and white posters right outside of City Hall. Photo by Piper Hansen.

Women’s rights rally illuminates a need for intersectionality in reproductive healthcare

May 24, 2019
Students gather at the China table to ask questions about current events in the country today. Photo by Piper Hansen.

Students celebrate diversity at Manual’s first Multicultural Fair

May 24, 2019
Photo courtesy of Andrew Meiners.

Eager for change: Students on the Kentucky primary

May 21, 2019
Editor's note: Digital backpack story delayed

Editor’s note: Digital backpack story delayed

May 9, 2019
Protestors sit in folding chairs and listen to music, ready to shout at attendees for the evening. Photo by Piper Hansen.

Homeless displaced for Derby, stake out at Barnstable Brown Gala

May 4, 2019
Graphic by Piper Hansen.

Who’s going to be on the primary ballot?

April 30, 2019
What you need to know for next month's primary

What you need to know for next month’s primary

April 23, 2019
End of year calendar

End of year calendar

April 23, 2019
Ms. Miller at a race at Churchill Downs with a friend. Photo courtesy of Facebook.

Manual mourns Ms. Miller

April 15, 2019
Teachers crowd in any open spot in the capital to add to the loud voices singing

QUIZ: March and Spring Break current events quiz

April 8, 2019
Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire forged labor unions, workers’ rights and workplace safety

Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire forged labor unions, workers’ rights and workplace safety

March 25, 2019
On top of the Newseum, spectators could see up and down Pennsylvania Avenue as hundreds of thousands gathered for the March for Our Lives. Photo by Nyah Mattison.

MFOL: A tiny step toward progress

March 24, 2019
Educators from around Kentucky shared chants and led songs throughout the day as the House went in and out of recess. Photo by Piper Hansen.

After six days of “sick-outs,” what’s going on in the KYGA19?

March 16, 2019
Teachers began to fill the capitol as early as 8 a.m. dressed in red and carrying a variety of signs. Photo by Piper Hansen.

No discussion of education bills as teachers occupy Frankfort for a third day

March 7, 2019
While students were in the majority, several older university faculty members came to support the fight for environmental justice. Photo by Piper Hansen.

Two students contest one day suspensions after climate change walkout

March 6, 2019
Students walk their talk at the capitol building in Frankfort, Kentucky. Photo by Cicada Hoyt.

Here’s what you need to know about KYGA19 education legislation

March 6, 2019
As Manual parent Cindy Johnson sang the last lyric of the Black National Anthem, students in the front rows of the auditorium gave a standing ovation. Photo by Piper Hansen.

BHM: 2019 coverage recap

March 3, 2019
Since the crowd had to stay silent during the meeting, protesters raise their hands to support an opponent of HB 525. Photo by Phoebe Monsour.

QUIZ: February current events quiz

March 1, 2019
Sean Waddell (12, HSU) presented his original poem

BHM: African American Studies reminds Manual to accept differences

March 1, 2019
Photo by Phoebe Monsour.

HB 525 passes amid teacher protests in Frankfort

February 28, 2019
Jonathan Sutphin (11, YPAS) and Jania Gomes (11, YPAS) perform an acoustic rendition of Bob Marley's

BHM: Assembly emphasizes a message of growth and progress

February 27, 2019
BHM, REVIEW: The Hate U Give

BHM, REVIEW: The Hate U Give

February 27, 2019
The Tinker case fifty years later

The Tinker case fifty years later

February 25, 2019
The Sunrise Movement is a youth grassroots organization advocating for environmental justice. Photo by Piper Hansen.

Student protestors call on McConnell to acknowledge a Green New Deal

February 22, 2019
OPINION: The State of the Union address doesn't matter

OPINION: The State of the Union address doesn’t matter

February 12, 2019
2019 Forecastle Festival lineup sends students into a frenzy

2019 Forecastle Festival lineup sends students into a frenzy

February 11, 2019
Manual to hire full-time mental health counselor

Manual to hire full-time mental health counselor

February 7, 2019
BHM: Biblios 101: What religions say about race

BHM: Biblios 101: What religions say about race

February 7, 2019
QUIZ: January current events quiz

QUIZ: January current events quiz

January 31, 2019
Seven student speech Supreme Court decisions you should know

Seven student speech Supreme Court decisions you should know

January 28, 2019
OPINION: Trump should face serious consequences for his actions

OPINION: Trump should face serious consequences for his actions

January 20, 2019
Things to watch in this year’s Kentucky General Assembly

Things to watch in this year’s Kentucky General Assembly

January 20, 2019
To stay or not to stay: The basics of Brexit

To stay or not to stay: The basics of Brexit

January 17, 2019
Manual students on the fence about Trump's border-focused week

Manual students on the fence about Trump’s border-focused week

January 12, 2019
Mr. Farmer at the principal selection forum in 2018, fielding questions from students, staff and the PTSA.

A glass half full: Manual’s returning leader

January 10, 2019
What the pension ruling means for Kentucky teachers

What the pension ruling means for Kentucky teachers

December 14, 2018
12 Days of Manual: Biblios 101: Winter celebrations

12 Days of Manual: Biblios 101: Winter celebrations

December 13, 2018
Students in Editorial Leadership and Journalism Two pose for a photo with the international journalists after getting to meet, answer questions and show off their student publications. Photo courtesy of

International journalists discuss global misinformation trends and more

December 10, 2018
Letter from the editors: 12 Days of Manual, Biblios 101

Letter from the editors: 12 Days of Manual, Biblios 101

December 10, 2018
New graduation requirements to be finalized

New graduation requirements to be finalized

December 4, 2018
Student producers of Z-Radio explain their creative process

Student producers of Z-Radio explain their creative process

December 2, 2018
The changing of the leaves on Bloom Street and South Second Street transform Old Louisville into a colorful atmosphere. Picture by Emma

QUIZ: November current events quiz

November 30, 2018
JCPS seniors must defend their digital backpacks before the end of the school year.

Digital backpack questions answered

November 28, 2018
Photo by Phoebe Monsour.

Closing doors, securing entrances: Manual’s new safety policies

November 27, 2018
Along with her paper application, Elle Woods asks her sorority to accompany her in a choreographed personal essay. Photo by Piper Hansen.

Elle yeah: YPAS nails “Legally Blonde” musical

November 15, 2018

OPINION: The White House press corps ought to dissent

November 14, 2018
Mayor Greg Fischer was interviewed by J&C Tori Kitchens (10) at Idea Festival in 2012. Photo by Yazmin Martinez

Midterms through Manual eyes

November 7, 2018
Congressman John Yarmuth thanks Mayor Greg Fischer for his hospitality and ability to collaborate about community issues as part of his acceptance speech at the C2 Event Venue. Photo by Piper Hansen.

Dems win Louisville; GOP wins Kentucky

November 7, 2018
Manual Principal Mr. Farmer updates district officials on the situation as students settle into class following the evacuation. Photo by Jack Bell.

QUIZ: October current events quiz

November 1, 2018
REWitched: Five not-so-spooky movies for your Halloween night

REWitched: Five not-so-spooky movies for your Halloween night

October 30, 2018
R/W Week 2018: At a glance

R/W Week 2018: At a glance

October 21, 2018

R/W Week 2018: Good doggies

October 19, 2018
Photo by Piper Hansen.

R/W Week 2018: Seniors seal the deal in powderpuff

October 18, 2018
Students at Ramstock wave their arms in sync to the Motley Workout Warriors. Photo by Piper Hansen.

R/W Week 2018: Rams jam at Ramstock

October 18, 2018
R/W Week 2018: Let’s make this Red/White Week green

R/W Week 2018: Let’s make this Red/White Week green

October 17, 2018
A Louisvillian's guide to the Kentucky General Election

A Louisvillian’s guide to the Kentucky General Election

October 14, 2018
Free Spirit taught me more than “Dream, Dare, Do”

Free Spirit taught me more than “Dream, Dare, Do”

October 2, 2018
Manual visitors

QUIZ: September current events quiz

October 1, 2018
Manual students featured in

Manual students featured in “Science Fair” documentary

September 29, 2018
Manual worker bees provided with new workspace

Manual worker bees provided with new workspace

September 25, 2018
Gina Haspel smiles at an enthusiastic and applauding crowd as she joins Mitch McConnell and Scott Jennings on the stage. Photo by Piper Hansen.

CIA leader Haspel speaks at U of L

September 24, 2018
A week of homework without wifi

A week of homework without wifi

September 18, 2018
Student opening up new virtual reality headset. Photo by Cicada Hoyt

This Week in Manual Academics: Sept. 17 – 21

September 17, 2018
REAL ID hopes to counteract domestic terrorism and identity fraud

REAL ID hopes to counteract domestic terrorism and identity fraud

September 12, 2018
Mr. Farmer at the principal selection forum in 2018, fielding questions from students, staff and the PTSA.

[Photo] Farmer is Manual’s new principal

September 6, 2018
OPINION: Dr. Look will lead Manual to a brighter future

OPINION: Dr. Look will lead Manual to a brighter future

September 4, 2018
Mexico's Foreign Minister Luis Videgaray (C), Mexico's Economy Minister Ildefonso Guajardo (3rdR), White House chief economic adviser Larry Kudlow (3rdR-standing) and Jesus Seade (R), Mexico's President-elect Obrador's representative in trade negotiations look on as U.S. President Donald Trump (L) announces a deal to replace the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) at the White House in Washington, U.S., August 27, 2018. REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque

QUIZ: August current events quiz

September 1, 2018
QUIZ: Which Manual RedEye 2018-2019 staffer are you?

QUIZ: Which Manual RedEye 2018-2019 staffer are you?

August 31, 2018
Letter from the editors: Tweet takedown explanation

Letter from the editors: Tweet takedown explanation

August 29, 2018
Photo by Piper Hansen.

Two potential principals answer questions at forum

August 28, 2018
New Manual faculty put emphasis on learning

New Manual faculty put emphasis on learning

August 23, 2018
Investigation concludes, Mayes reassigned

Investigation concludes, Mayes reassigned

August 4, 2018
Find out where the class of 2018 is going

Find out where the class of 2018 is going

June 1, 2018
Takeover recommendation stirs Kentucky public education pot

Takeover recommendation stirs Kentucky public education pot

May 1, 2018
OPINION: Red eye: A look at cannabis

OPINION: Red eye: A look at cannabis

April 20, 2018
Civics test requirement urges students to stay culturally literate

Civics test requirement urges students to stay culturally literate

April 18, 2018
Spring journalism convention inspires students to

Spring journalism convention inspires students to “Press On!”

April 15, 2018
From the sixth floor terrace of the Newseum, Pennsylvania Avenue can be seen from Third to 12th Street. Photo by Nyah Mattison.

D.C. March for Our Lives calls students all over the nation to action

March 24, 2018
Audit recommends Manual improve inclusivity

Audit recommends Manual improve inclusivity

March 9, 2018
OPINION: 2018 Oscars call for entertainment diversity

OPINION: 2018 Oscars call for entertainment diversity

March 7, 2018
Benjamin Franklin Spencer and his wife Sue Spencer pose for a family photo with their children and children from previous relationships. Photo courtesy of Bill Stone.

BHM: Substitute teacher traces family to prominent educator in Kentucky history

February 27, 2018
Photo courtesy of WikiMedia Commons.

BHM, OPINION: A history of gentrification has harmed Louisville communities

February 26, 2018
BHM: This Week in History: Feb. 18 - 28

BHM: This Week in History: Feb. 18 – 28

February 24, 2018
BHM: This Week in History: Feb. 12 - 18

BHM: This Week in History: Feb. 12 – 18

February 18, 2018
BHM: This Week in History: Feb. 4 - 10

BHM: This Week in History: Feb. 4 – 10

February 10, 2018
Valentine's Day date ideas

Valentine’s Day date ideas

February 8, 2018
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., shaking hands with Kentucky Governor Edward T. Breathitt, Jackie Robinson to King’s left, Frank Stanley Jr. to his extreme left, 1964. Photo courtesy of Explore UK.

BHM: This Week in History: Jan. 28-Feb. 3

February 1, 2018
Donald Trump smirks at the

OPINION: Trump’s “fake news” is dangerous to America

January 31, 2018
RedEye hits one million views

RedEye hits one million views

January 27, 2018
Photo by Piper Hansen.

Women’s March anniversary yields intersectionality rally

January 23, 2018
A year in women: Reflections on the movement

A year in women: Reflections on the movement

January 21, 2018
OPINION: Hail to the Chief no more

OPINION: Hail to the Chief no more

January 20, 2018
Photo by Piper Hansen.

Manual students enjoy their snowy six day weekend

January 18, 2018
Opponents believe Senate Bill 71 threatens comprehensive sex education

Opponents believe Senate Bill 71 threatens comprehensive sex education

January 13, 2018
12 Days of Manual: Winter driving safety

12 Days of Manual: Winter driving safety

December 12, 2017
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