Junior Wins State Fair With Prize Pig
Caroline Phillips, Staff Writer
October 18, 2018
Filed under Accomplishments, Showcase, Student Life
Gripped tightly in his hand, he taps the whip across the flank of his prized Berkshire. He leads it around the sandy corral, showing off the hardy swine. The judges give a scrutinizing glance over the build of the pig, and at last they make their final decision. Nathan Feuquay recently won Best in Show at ...
Principles of Education Students Gain Real-World Teaching Experience
Bailey Spencer, Copy Editor
October 17, 2018
Filed under Features, Showcase
The gleam of the silverware disappears as the students roll it tight. Eyes twinkle in response to the kind and encouraging words as the students roll the coffee cart through the white halls. A helping hand assists in stocking the colorful shelves of cans, and the students grin wider at the warm-hearted ...
Athlete Spotlight: Senior Volleyball Captain Jennifer Moyer
Colleen Starkey, Assistant Editor
October 10, 2018
Filed under Featured Sports Story Carousel, Showcase, Sports
The student section cheers her name as she prepares to serve the potential final point. It is a tight match, and this point could either send them to the playoffs or keep the game alive for the other team. She releases the ball and jumps, hitting it hard with her hand as it starts to fall. The ball easily sails...
Senior Wins Athlete of the Week
Alanna Kologey, Social Media Editor
October 10, 2018
Filed under Featured Sports Story Carousel, News, Showcase, Sports
Senior Dillon Heinaman was recently selected by KETK for athlete of the week for football. His segment aired Sunday October 7th at 10p.m. “It is an honor to get to represent my football team school,” Heinaman said. “I love [my team] to death. They are my family.” The player of the week...
Homecoming Week Brings Memories
Joshua Smith, Staff Writer
October 10, 2018
Filed under Features, Showcase, Student Life
The cold, blinding lights shutter to life. You notice a subtle murmur sweep across the bleachers as they talk about who, out of the four girls on the field, is going to be chosen. Looking down at the elaborate dress and at the girls around you, you feel at home. All of the people around you are your ...
Living Their Best Life On and Off the Field
Kaitlyn Barrington, Managing Editor
October 9, 2018
Filed under Features, Showcase
Sleepy-eyed students shuffle into the lecture hall early in the morning. The lively, praise songs awaken them to finish the week strong . Led by the inspirational message for that week, athletes and students prepare to uplift fellow classmates and spread their beliefs . This group of students holds ...
Comfortable For A Cause
Josh Smith, Staff Writer
September 29, 2018
Filed under News, Showcase, Upcoming Events
National Honor Society (NHS) students have come out with a new fundraiser this year, which takes place the first Monday of each month. The fundraiser allows students to wear pajamas for the day if they pay $2. “The students came up with the idea to raise money for different organizations with one [...
Multiple Eagle Athletes Receive Offers From Division 1 Colleges
John Park, Staff Writer
September 29, 2018
Filed under Featured Sports Story Carousel, Showcase, Sports
Multiple athletes from the athletic department have recently received college offers, with many being to division 1 universities. Seniors Jodi Dehart and Hannah Knox, as well as junior London Reue have received offers for softball. Baseball sophomore Brandon Burckel and senior Cody Pike, and baske...
Homecoming Queen Nominees Prepare to be Crowned
Alec Morton, Staff Writer
September 24, 2018
Filed under News, Showcase, Student Life
Four seniors were chosen as this year's homecoming queen nominees. The winner will be crowned this Friday at the homecoming game against Marshall. Joy Nelms is the president of the Key Club and the National Honors Society. In addition to leading those organizations, she is a social officer on the...
Sophomore Competes in Shooting Competition
Jude Ratcliff, Video Editor
September 17, 2018
Filed under Showcase, Student Life
Abigail Trasancos competed in the competitive shooting Fly Shoot Match in Huntsville, Texas on September 14th. She has been active in the sport for three years in another state, and and this was her first tournament in Texas. “I’m a little nervous,” Abigail said.”My dad said he’s almost certain...
Senior Life Skills Student Competes In Tyler Triathlon
Brady Blaylock, Staff Writer
September 14, 2018
Filed under Accomplishments, News, Showcase, Student Life
On September 8, senior Brandon Pullen competed at Lake Tyler for the CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Rose City Triathlon. He raced in a 100-meter swim, four-mile bike ride and one-mile run. “The triathlon was more than I could have ever imagined,” Suann Pullen, Brandon’s mother and life skill...
Students Serve at Hope Haven Gala
Annie Evans, Managing Editor
September 13, 2018
On Saturday, Lindale students volunteered to set up and serve at the Hope Haven Gala. The event was the main fundraiser for the year. “I am blown away by the community here,” founder and board member of Hope Haven Lisa Ferguson said. “We couldn’t have done it [without volunteers]. This year, i...
