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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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Society Women Take Hold at Westwood

By Kenya Jackson Westwood High School The definition of an ingenue is an innocent young girl or young woman who lacks experience, according to Merriam-Webster Dictionary . A group composed of such girls has existed at Westwood High School since 1982. … Continue reading

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Seniors Chiefs Reminisce on Careers

By Devoria Branch  Craigmont High School For senior athletes, the last game of the season can make them emotional. Craigmont football players get emotional too. “I’m so proud of my team, I’ll rip my heart out and give a piece … Continue reading

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Poetry Club Helps Students Cope

By Amber Williams White Station High School From left to right. Tachele Anderson, Amber Williams, Kamyl Harvey, Cierra Burnett, Najwa Watson, Marica Wright (after the poetry slam) “What’s Poppin’?” Party of Poets Performing Incredible Nuances or P.O.P.P.I.N. is a club … Continue reading

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Courses Seniors Should Take

By Jeremy Romero Williams Central High School Sean Chesira, a senior at Central High School, said he thought taking challenging courses during his last year of school was a waste of time. “ I think taking challenging courses my senior … Continue reading

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From White Station to the World

By Sudeshna Barman White Station High School   College. The very word makes some seniors shudder. It strikes fear in the hearts of juniors. In fact, even freshmen and sophomores can be heard talking about it,: discussing what clubs to … Continue reading

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Compressing the Middle Class Education

By Marica Bryson Central High School While some students are not concerned about college prices, there is not a doubt that many are faced with the decision of eliminating colleges from their decision due to lack of available funds. is … Continue reading

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Holiday Cartoon by Kima McGaughy Jr. of Melrose

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Raising Awareness with ‘Powderpuff’

By Jamesia Terry White Station High School ‘Powderpuff’ was a term originally meant to describe pieces of soft cloth that were used to apply powder to the face. As time progressed, the meaning of powderpuff changed. Today, powder puff also … Continue reading

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Trezevant Football Moves Forward

By Shantel Pettigrew Trezevant High School During the week of November 29, 2010, the Trezevant High School campus was full of excitement: pep rallies, television news crews and confidence heading towards the BlueCross Bowl Class 4A championship game. On Dec. … Continue reading

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Higher Learning at Hollis F. Price

By Rachel Busby Hollis F. Price High School Usually when some someone says they go to Hollis F. Price Middle College High School on the Lemoyne Owen College Campus they get reactions like “What!?”, “Huh!?”, or “Could you repeat that?” … Continue reading

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Mitchell Football Has Brains and Brawn

By Paradise Hart Mitchell High School Many people seem to believe that a majority of athletes are incapable of excelling academically, but Nathan Cole Jr. and Gregory Buckhanon of Mitchell’s football team have proven otherwise. Nathan Cole Jr. is Mitchell’s … Continue reading

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White Station Sets Scholar Record

By Sudeshna Barman White Station High School White Station High School has a record 22 National Merit Semifinalists this year, more than any other school in Tennessee.. Leslie Fleming, a counselor at WSHS, explained why this group is larger than … Continue reading

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Smart Chicks “Kick It” At Book Tour

By Marica Bryson Central High School On Sept. 27, 2011, the doors opened up and six female authors appeared as the crowd  began clapping.  Hutchison School in Memphis, Tenn. held the Launch event of the Smart Chicks Kick It Tour, … Continue reading

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Cartoon: NBA Lockout

By Kima McGaughy Jr. Melrose High School

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Music Review: House of Balloons by The Weeknd

By Areon McCraven Hollis F. Price High School Have you ever wondered what an artist with production like Drake, emotional lyrics like Frank Ocean and the ability to paint a picture through music would sound like? This is what upcoming … Continue reading

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Diplomat for a Month

by Justin Pearson Mitchell High School This story began as an adventure into the unknown and became an experience that has changed my life.  I was awarded a $2,500 scholarship to the Ben Franklin Transatlantic Fellows Summer Initiative held at … Continue reading

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Westwood Football: On Its Way to All Around Success

By Toneshia McKinley Westwood High School      Westwood’s football team has been working hard all summer despite the harsh weather. This year the Longhorns are determined to have their first winning season in over 20 years.      Coach … Continue reading

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“Going Green” at White Station

By Natasha Mehra White Station High School      Awareness of the importance of conservation has increased over the past few decades, with more campaigns to enlighten the public.  Businesses such as McDonalds, Starbucks, Walmart, and Coca Cola have all … Continue reading

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