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
Fartun Ahmed

Fartun Ahmed, Opinion Editor

Fartun Ahmed is a senior at CHHS and the Opinion Editor for the Heights Herald. She is a part of College Possible, National Honors Society and regularly volunteers within her community. Fartun loves journalism because of her love for writing, the welcoming environment, and the thrill of being a part of something big.
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Students show their Heights Pride by participating in the green-out on St. Patrick's day.

Spring dance, week of school spirit hits CHHS

Story by Fartun Ahmed, Opinion Editor
April 26, 2022
Muslim and Somali representation in government is becoming more and more common as time goes on. The latest Muslim politician on the scene, and the first and only Somali-American mayor in the nation, is Deqa Dhalac from Maine.

First Somali woman mayor in U.S. takes on new challenges

Story by Fartun Ahmed, Opinion Editor
February 16, 2022
Girls basketball team travels to University of Minnesota, seeks inspiration

Girls basketball team travels to University of Minnesota, seeks inspiration

Story by Fartun Ahmed, Opinion Editor
December 21, 2021
The No More Stolen Sisters movement, identifiable by the red handprint they often have covering their mouths, sheds important light on the high rate of missing and murdered Indigenous women.

Indigenous women spark needed movement

Story by Fartun Ahmed, Opinion Editor
November 15, 2021
With Afandina Cafe being Middle-Eastern based, the decor of the restaurant reflects the culture.

Middle-Eastern café brings tranquil environment to Heights

Story by Fartun Ahmed, Opinion Editor
October 13, 2021
Earth Day, celebrated annually on April 22, is an international holiday dedicated to spreading important information about the environment.

History of half-century old Earth Day draws parallels to current climate

Story by Fartun Ahmed, Opinion Editor
April 29, 2021
The attacks in Atlanta last week have spurred a worldwide discussion on hate-based crimes, especially in the AAPI community in the wake of the pandemic.

Recent rise in hate crimes concerns nation, communities of color

Story by Fartun Ahmed, Opinion Editor
March 25, 2021
The successful and sophisticated man we know as Bob Marley is considered one of the biggest pioneers of reggae music and its universal impact.

Bob Marley

Story by Fartun Ahmed, Opinion Editor
March 17, 2021
The legendary rapper, who also went by the name 2Pac, has influenced countless modern hip hop artists.

Tupac Shakur

Story by Fartun Ahmed, Opinion Editor
March 17, 2021
Iconic pop singer Whitney Houston continues to be treasured by many, even years after her time dominating the music charts.

Whitney Houston

Story by Fartun Ahmed, Opinion Editor
March 17, 2021
Diana Ross, a literal living legend, has enjoyed a storied, monumental music career and continues to reign Supreme.

Diana Ross

Story by Fartun Ahmed, Opinion Editor
March 17, 2021
Louis Armstrong, the King of Jazz, had an impact on the industry that will continue to outlive his wondrous life.

Louis Armstrong

Story by Fartun Ahmed, Opinion Editor
March 17, 2021
Black musicians play pivotal part in American music history

Black musicians play pivotal part in American music history

Story by Fartun Ahmed, Opinion Editor
March 17, 2021
The Holiday Station Store on 57th Avenue in Fridley, like other gas stations and convenience stores in the township, will no longer be able to sell flavored tobacco products.

No more flavors in Fridley: A rise in tobacco use leads city council to enact ban

Story by Fartun Ahmed, Opinion Editor
December 15, 2020
The complicated and extensive history of tobacco in the United States is still being added on to, with new legislature being created constantly.

No more flavors in Fridley: The lengthy history of tobacco in America

Story by Fartun Ahmed, Opinion Editor
December 9, 2020
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