Features

Josey Breslin

Dec. 10, 2025, 1:02 p.m.

The unsung heroes of Silver Spring

Day in and day out, the firefighters of Station 16 protect the buildings and citizens of Silver Spring

Anjali Harrison

Dec. 2, 2025, 1:57 p.m.

Exploring the history of Native D.C.-area peoples

The Piscataway and Nacotchtank people who lived on this land for thousands of years

Alice Viechnicki

Nov. 17, 2025, 1:24 p.m.

From Hydroflasks to Stanleys: How hydration became a lifestyle

More than just a hydration tool, water bottles have become must-have accessories in the world of student life and trends.

Luca Petroni

Nov. 13, 2025, 1:02 p.m.

The Government is Shut Down Again

Why this year’s will likely be the longest and most painful in US history

Josey Breslin

Oct. 31, 2025, 8:21 a.m.

Miss a class; miss a game

New attendance policy for student-athletes aims to level the playing field

Alice Viechnicki

Oct. 22, 2025, 10:19 p.m.

Phone pouch prison

Blair locks up student phones for the new school year


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Kieran Whittaker

Feb. 24, 2026, 2:23 p.m.

Gallery: Blair Swim State Championship

On Saturday, February 21, Blair's swim team competed in the State Championship. The Championship consisted of 24 events, in which Blair qualified in more than half, which is a massive accomplishment in and of itself. With every Blazer trying their hardest, Girls Swim was able to finish 2nd in the whole event, and the Boys 5th. Congratulations to every blazer on swim.

Zach Carter

Dec. 10, 2025, 2:05 p.m.

Gallery: Montgomery Blair vs. Seneca Valley 2025 Senior Night Game

On Friday, Oct. 24, the Blair Blazers defeated the Seneca Valley Screaming Eagles 21-12 in the Senior Night matchup. Despite scoring 2 touchdowns, the Screaming Eagles had too much difficulty breaking through Blair's defense to ever claim a lead, ultimately ending in their defeat.

Bruno Resetarits

Dec. 8, 2025, 5:47 p.m.

Gallery: FIFA World Cup Draw at the Kennedy Center

The FIFA 2026 World Cup Draw was held on Friday, December 5th at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. The ceremony saw President Trump win the FIFA Peace Prize, awarded by FIFA President Gianni Infantino, and the United States joined in Group D by Paraguay and Australia. There were many other celebrities in attendance, too, including: Ronaldo Nazário (Slides 2 & 18), Thomas Tuchel (Slide 3), Zlatko Dalić (Slides 4 & 12), Hajime Moriyasu (Slide 4), Roberto Carlos (Slide 5), Ronald Koeman (Slides 7 & 15), YG Marley (Slide 13), and Ramón Morales (Slide 17). The World Cup games will take place this upcoming summer in the United States, Canada, and Mexico throughout June and July. Tickets are available now.

Bruno Resetarits

Nov. 30, 2025, 5:01 p.m.

Gallery: Blair Varsity Hockey vs. RAM

The Blair Varsity Hockey team (combination of Blair, Albert Einstein, Wheaton, Northwood, and Paint Branch high schools) drew 1-1 after three periods and a tense overtime against RAM (combination of Rockville and Magruder high schools) on Friday, November 21st. This game put Blair at 3-1-2 on the season through six games with the second half of the season still remaining.

Kieran Whittaker

Oct. 31, 2025, 2:07 p.m.

Gallery: Blair Boys Varsity Soccer vs. Highpoint

On Saturday, October 25, the Blair Boys Varsity Soccer team played their first playoff game against the Highpoint Eagles, suffering a disappointing 1-0 defeat. The game started very close, with Blair having countless scoring opportunities, and Highpoint having them too. Sadly, Highpoint ultimately scored off a corner kick in the first half. In the second half, Blair created numerous opportunities but were unable to tie the game despite dominating possession. This was a heartbreaking loss, but overall, the boys had an amazing season.

Kieran Whittaker

Oct. 27, 2025, 1:21 p.m.

Gallery: Blair Girls Varsity Field Hockey Senior Night vs. BCC

On October 15, 2025, Blair Girls Varsity Field Hockey played their Senior Night game against BCC. It was an intense game, and both sides had many scoring opportunities. However, BCC scored in the third quarter of the game and despite many attacks from Blair, they could not equalize. The game ended 1-0 BCC.


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Vivian Lu

Jan. 12, 2026, 7:53 a.m.

Art: Do you want to build a snowman?

Although we haven't received a heavy snow yet, one can hope!

Rosalind Merrill

Dec. 10, 2025, 1:51 p.m.

Art: Happy Holidays!

There's nothing better than the holiday cheer of late December

Vivian Lu

Oct. 31, 2025, 8 a.m.

Art: Happy Halloween, everyone!

Halloween — the holiday that juxtaposes the sweet and the scary.

Sarah Zhang

May 17, 2023, 7:31 a.m.

Art: AP Season is Over

Best of luck to everyone on their APs! A comic about my feelings on it.

Bitanya Hailu

May 16, 2023, 1:26 p.m.

Art: SMOB Election

As the SMOB election came to a close, it led to different opinions on the winner.

Tovy Udomtanasub

Feb. 17, 2023, 9:27 p.m.

Art: Sleep-School Balance

It's hard to sleep when there's work to be done


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Joe Newman

Dec. 3, 2024, 2:04 p.m.

Humans of Blair: TikTok wisdom

Senior Darya Toolsie discusses how her TikTok fame influenced her life.

Joyce Fang

Nov. 19, 2024, 12:09 p.m.

Humans of Blair: Just say yes

A look into John Weinshel’s motto

Meghna Singh

Oct. 25, 2024, 1:02 p.m.

Humans of Blair: From the Philippines to Maryland

Maureen Pascual on the importance of adapting in teaching

Drishti Singh

Oct. 17, 2024, 12:24 p.m.

Humans of Blair: The road from rookie to all-star

Keagan Green recounts his journey up to varsity baseball

Silvan Unger

March 12, 2024, 1:23 p.m.

Humans of Blair: Basketball, bonds, and balancing relationships

Jordan Warner shares her philosophy on relationships

Tejusvi Vijay

March 3, 2024, 8:11 p.m.

Humans of Blair: There’s no better time to start


Oliver Solomon shares his journey from learning to sketch to selling graphic t-shirts


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Cindis HernĂĄndez, Sheily Raymundo

March 12, 2025, 1:07 p.m.

Historias de inmigrantes a través de una película

Un resumen y entrevista con el director de "Borderland: The Line Within", un documental sobre los cuentos profundos de los hispanos mudĂĄndose a los Estados Unidos

Joe Newman with Emmy Henriquez

Feb. 11, 2025, 10:40 p.m.

Abogado presenta claves para responder a ICE

Familias y estudiantes asistieron a reunión para escuchar al abogado de inmigración José Campos

Kyara Romero Lira, Jason Youm

Nov. 12, 2024, 1:53 p.m.

De juguetes a espadas

El viaje a los Juegos OlĂ­mpicos de esgrimista Hadley Husisian


News

Taste, tradition, and talent

By Zuri Smith | Dec. 19, 2025, 5:57 p.m.

The highlights of Blair’s International Night


Blair’s Modern Take On A Classic

By Steven Dubon | Nov. 25, 2025, 5:14 p.m.

Blair's fall play reimagines Romeo and Juliet through its modern symbolism


Food insecurity in Montgomery County on the rise

By Anjali Harrison | Oct. 27, 2025, 8:20 p.m.

Residents struggle to keep up with escalating prices


Marching Band performs at MCPS Marching Band Showcase

By Mira de Brauw | Oct. 27, 2025, 1:58 p.m.

The Blazer Pride Marching Band performed their highly-decorated competition piece at the Marching Band showcase on Oct. 25.


Voces Unidas 2025 returns in celebration of Hispanic heritage

By Meghna Singh | Oct. 24, 2025, 1:01 a.m.

Sixteen performances celebrated Latin-American culture and tradition in Blair’s annual showcase

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