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Valentine's Day started back around 270 A.D. when the Christian church decided to place this in the middle of February with the intent to have a feast to celebrate the anniversary of St. Valentine’s death and burial to “Christianize” the pagan celebration of Lupercalia. Modernly, this holiday is celebrated in the United States and other places worldwide with rose bouquets, candy, teddy bears, and chocolates gifted between loved ones.

A heartfelt history

Story by Zyon Trotter, staff writer
February 10, 2025
Beyonce at the 67th Grammys Awards held at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025. (Robert Gauthier/Los Angeles Times/TNS)

2025 Grammys recap

Story by Kunan Anjum, Rece Beaird and Zyon Trotter
February 3, 2025
More than 1.2 million Texas teens report having mental, behavioral, or developmental problems (MEDBP); this startling number represents over 20% of Texan youth. The need for school counselors is vital to the overall well-being of students across the nation, as it’s estimated that the signs of mental health depletion manifest around the age of 14 in many teenagers.

Appreciating aid

Story by Lauren Richey and Kunan Anjum
February 3, 2025
Netflix released the second season of popular thriller series "Squid Games" on Dec. 26, 2024. Set in a dystopian world, the show revolves around 456 people who are in debt, each selected to play life-or-death games for a massive cash prize. (Courtesy Netflix)

A pentathlon of peril

Story by Zyon Trotter, staff writer
January 21, 2025
Throughout the year, we've noted trends in social media, politics, music and film. From Taylor Swift's new album to the arrival of viral challenges that sprout like flowers, 2024 will be remembered by many.

2024 in pop culture

Story by Kunan Anjum, Zyon Trotter, Rece Beaird and Haley Waddell
December 31, 2024
Similar to the opening weekend of the Barbie and "Oppenheimer" films, the debuts of "Wicked" and "Gladiator 2" closely resemble a similar contrast. The broadway adaptation of "Wicked" and "Gladiator 2" released on Nov. 22, 2024.

Enchanted and excited

Story by Temilola Ogunkolade, staff writer
December 24, 2024
Cyber bullying remains an issue in schools across the nation. More than 30% of students at Texas High have admitted to experiencing cyber bullying.

Behind the screen

Story by Lauren Richey, staff writer
December 20, 2024
Texarkana's Christmas season is filled with many festive events and cherished traditions. These events highlight the warmth and our overall community spirit of our town.

Christmas in Texarkana

Story by Lauren Richey, staff writer
December 13, 2024
Sugarplums a’ dancing

Sugarplums a’ dancing

Story by Natalie Debenport, staff writer
December 6, 2024
As the 2024 year comes to a close, Spotify released its "Spotify Wrapped", listing a person's top songs, artists and musical preferences.

Wrapped in music

Story by Kateleigh Crowson, staff writer
December 4, 2024
Tarzan will show on Dec. 5, 6 and 7 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. The tickets are $5 for students and $10 for adults and can be purchased at ttcths.booktix.com.

Heart and Adventure

Story by Kateleigh Crowson, staff writer
December 3, 2024
Halloween, an international holiday celebrated annually on Oct. 31, consists of several traditions such as trick or treating, costumes, pumpkin carving and more.

No tricks, just treats

Story by Lauren Richey, staff writer
October 28, 2024
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