The Student News Site of Columbia Heights High School

The Heights Herald
The Student News Site of Columbia Heights High School

The Heights Herald
The Student News Site of Columbia Heights High School

The Heights Herald
Cas Wise

Cas Wise, Editor-in-Chief

Cas Wise (she/her) is a senior at Columbia Heights High School and Co-Editor-in-Chief for The Heights Herald. Lately, she has been keeping herself busy with college classes, an internship at Land O’Lakes, and helping to lead The Heights Herald as Co-Editor-in-Chief with her fellow editor-in-crime: Hiedi Lee.

All content by Cas Wise
A sketch depicting the protagonist of the 3rd film of the Sonic sequel in action.

[Photo] Sequel featuring adored animated character disappoints

Story by Mohamed Jama
March 10, 2025
Social media causes people to be more self-conscious about their body and how it's shown online.

[Photo] Toxic standards on social media cause influx of body issues

Story by Kadence Hanson, Staff Writer
March 7, 2025
The shape of the objects spotted around the United States

[Photo] Mysterious objects spotted around the U.S. Do we have intergalactic friends?

Story by Colton LaBeau
February 4, 2025
Sudden unidentified objects have begun appearing through-out U.S. skies.

Fixx Coffee's display case is always filled with treats you can buy on the go along with your favorite beverage.

[Photo] “Fixx” your cravings at this new local cafe

Story by Vincent Stevens
November 20, 2024
Take pleasure in your tea time surrounded by lovely decor!

[Photo] Stepping foot in this cafe will have you thinking you are now in Wonderland!

Story by Kadence Hanson, Staff Writer
June 5, 2024
Recurring symbols of nature and technology run throughout the film, serving as ominous warnings.

Netflix Original suggests a chilling cinematic escape from technology

Story by Cassidy Wise, Lead Staff Writer
February 23, 2024
The golden question above all else - are our students working less hard for the same grades?

Grade inflation: Myth or fact?

Story by Cassidy Wise, Lead Staff Writer
February 12, 2024
Youth Outreach Officer Mohammed Farah of the Columbia Heights Police Department (CHPD) checks a student's backpack upon entrance at an after-school event at Columbia Heights High School (CHHS).

School safety measures change yet again

Story by Cassidy Wise, Lead Staff Writer
December 20, 2023
Brook Aberra (12) unlocks the digital world in Mr. Vann's classroom, one line of code at a time.

CHHS offers new Coding elective course

Story by Cassidy Wise, Lead Staff Writer
October 16, 2023
Every school is different when it comes to the bell schedule, yet the question remains: What kind of schedule works the best for everyone?

Debate ignites about potential change from alternating block to daily schedule

Story by Cassidy Wise, Staff Writer
April 25, 2023
The CHHS Dance Team offers up a half-time performance at the girls' varsity basketball home game.

Dance team triumphs, concludes 2022-23 season

Story by Cassidy Wise, Staff Writer
March 1, 2023
Mysterious and fun Netflix show "Wednesday" has captivated fans immediately with its inaugural season. Illustration by Cat Pogreba.

Spin-off series brings fresh look at popular character

Story by Cassidy Wise, Staff Writer
February 10, 2023
Capone’s sells ingredients to transport the customer to a miniature Italy in their own kitchen.

[Photo] Deli brings Italy to Silver Lake Village

Story by Cas Wise, Editor-in-Chief
January 23, 2023
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