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Reynolds High School Journalism Institute

The Reynolds High School Journalism Institute takes place this summer at five accredited j-schools this summer. There’s no cost to the teacher or school. The application process is competitive and the deadline is March 1. The application can be found … Continue reading

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Central Girls’ Soccer Faces Scarves Flap

By Brasia Austin and Marica Bryson Central High School Imagine stepping out on a soccer field, full of anticipation as you wait for the game to begin. However, when it time for the game to start, the referee comes over … Continue reading

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The Commercialization of Valentine’s Day

By Sudeshna Barman White Station High School Fifteen percent of U.S. women send themselves flowers on Valentine’s Day, as reported by Wisebread, a personal finance website for women. How lonely does a woman have to be to send herself flowers? … Continue reading

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Searching for the Definition of Real Love

By Shantel Pettigrew Trezevant High School In today’s world, love is interpreted differently, depending on the person. Webster’s Dictionary definition says that “love is a strong affection for another arising out of kinship or personal ties.” Students at Trezevant High … Continue reading

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Top 5 Valentine’s Day Gifts for Girls

By Toneshia McKinley Westwood High School Gentlemen, Valentine’s Day is rapidly approaching and it’s time have to get that special someone a gift. I am here to help you out. Twenty girls and guys were surveyed. The girls were asked, … Continue reading

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Movie Red Tails Inspires Look at Personal History

By Marcus Matthews Teen Appeal Coordinator I was excited about the release of the movie Red Tails for a couple reasons. One, Cuba Gooding Jr. and Terrence Howard are two of my favorite actors. Two, I’ve been a Black history … Continue reading

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Memphis Happenings

By Brionna Washington Carver High School The Bison: American Icon at the Pink Palace Museum now through May 25 “Head to Toe” exhibition at the Pink Palace Museum now through March 26. Memphis Grizzlies vs. Indiana Pacers at the FedExForum … Continue reading

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Music: Top 5 Artists to Watch and To Not in 2012

By Madison Renea Inman Middle College High School 5 Artists To Watch 1. With Drake’s new album still trending, the OVOXO (the Toronto, Ontario collaborative group of Drake and The Weeknd) bandwagon is increasing rapidly. A lot of songs that … Continue reading

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High Expectations for the Memphis Grizz

By Natasha Mehra White Station High School The Grizzlies’ final heart, grit, and grind effort of the 2010-2011 season was May 15 against the Oklahoma City Thunder.  Even though the Grizzlies lost, they emerged victorious in a way.  They had … Continue reading

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Happy Valentine’s Day (cartoon)

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