The girls basketball team at IHS has experienced a season filled with personal and collective achievements.  Mahawa Sheriff, a freshman, is a standout player who scored...

The Independence boys basketball team has had one of the best seasons of the past few years. Although they didn’t end the season as they hoped, ending with a 13-8 record,...

The student council at Independence High School organized a heartwarming toy drive, collecting over 700 toys within two weeks for local children in need.   The...

Many students struggle in school for many reasons, but there are also many ways and resources for students to get help when struggling in school.    For example,...

AI, which means Artificial Intelligence, has become a big part of people's everyday life. It was created in the 1950’s. It is used in creating algorithms and even to generate...

Independence’s dance program is made up of four levels that range from begining to performance. They work hard all year and showcase thier talents when they put on two shows...

The Independence Varsity Football team faced a great amount of hardships as well as many exhilarating moments during their ‘24 season.    They started the season...

During the IHS 2025 season, the IHS volleyball team shined brighter than ever. With a blend of seasoned players and fresh talent, they were prepared to take on every challenge...

While influenza viruses spread year-round, flu activity peaks between December and February. The flu is an infection of the nose, throat, and lungs. Most people have a feeling...

The chess club/team of Independence High School is a place for students to share their love of chess and meet others who also do. According to Mr. William Bolton, chess club...