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Love without labels

Love without labels

Story by Lillian Cooper, staff writer February 14, 2025

Every year, like clockwork, Feb. 14 rolls around, and the world explodes into a giant pink, heart-shaped spectacle. Every year, chocolates, overpriced flowers and sappy cards flood store to store, while...

A CTE teacher holds two plates of breakfast made by the Future Farmers of America club. On Friday, Feb. 14, a Valentine's-themed breakfast was held in the agriculture parking lot from 7:30-11:20 a.m.

Sweet surprise

Story by Kendyl Franklin, staff writer February 14, 2025

On Friday, Feb. 14, the Future Farmers of America club hosted a Valentine's-themed breakfast in the agriculture parking lot from 7:30-11:20 a.m. FFA holds many events for students and staff like barbeques...

FILE PHOTO: Texas High School sophomore, Jillian Brim, recently earned an Honorable Mention Award in the prestigious National Scholastic Art & Writing Awards for her compelling essay, exploring themes of relationships, loss and father-daughter dynamics.

Memoir magic

Story by Rece Beaird, staff writer February 14, 2025

Texas High School sophomore, Jillian Brim, recently earned an Honorable Mention Award in the prestigious National Scholastic Art & Writing Awards for her compelling essay, exploring themes of relationships,...

As of Jan. 8, 2024, Texas High School officially adopted a digital hall pass system through “The Student Safety Company,” Securly. Along with implementing this software for distributing hall passes, new restrictions on student restroom usage came into effect. 

Progressing passes

Story by Kunan Anjum, editor-in-chief February 13, 2025

The renowned and obsolete process of verbally asking your teacher for permission to leave is now a concept of the past. With just a few clicks, a new pass becomes available, beginning the timer where students...

Head Coach Eric Cross huddles with the team to draw and explain defenses. The Tigers played the Tyler Lions Feb. 7, 2025 resulting in a defeat of 59-50.

Senior night showdown

Story by Catie Loomis, sports editor February 12, 2025

The sound of speakers echo as each senior is announced with their family and friends to commemorate their last game at Texas High School. Billy Lavender, Texas High’s Booster club president and announcer...

Bradley Irvin, Director of School Security and District Police Chief, presents a bullying-prevention initiative. On Feb. 5, 2025, the TISD Volunteers in Public Education members (VIPs) held a public town hall meeting at the TISD Services Building. 

Reducing the risk

Story by Kunan Anjum and Oviya Justin February 11, 2025

In anticipation of the meeting's start, parents and faculty members wait patiently, ready with questions. On Feb. 5, 2025, the TISD Volunteers in Public Education members (VIPs) held a public town hall...

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

The sounds of giggles and awe fill the air as various couples exchange pink and red gifts of love and appreciation with each other on Feb. 14. Valentine’s Day is a historic holiday dating back to the...

Health science teacher Joe Nolen stands at thee front of the class as he presents what his class has to offer in front of s group of eight graders.

Planning ahead

Story by Kendyl Franklin, staff writer February 6, 2025

This past week, Texas High offered eighth graders a CTE tour to allow kids to see how classes work and what they can offer. The classes visited on the tour were Robotics, Graphic Design, Fashion/Interior...

Junior Kate Cook slides past second in the Tigers scrimmage against the Hooks Hornets feb. 3, 2025.

Stepping up to the plate

Story by Palin Nichols, staff writer February 5, 2025

On the glistening softball field, student-athletes come together to showcase their passion for the game. Under the guidance of their experienced coaches, players dedicate themselves to a daily grind, striving...

Junior Gunnar Taylor raises the boy's swim team district trophy after winning the entire meet on Feb. 3, 2025. Both boys and girls teams won their district meet with 24 out of the 26 swimmers advancing to regionals.

District dominance

Story by Parker Allison, staff writer February 3, 2025

The TigerSharks spend countless of hours throughout each year to prepare for their championship season and this year is no different. Every swimmer has put forth incredible effort to accomplish their goals...

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

The 67th annual Recording Academy’s Grammys show was packed with unexpected turnouts-- sparking debates surrounding genre authenticity, artist recognition and redemption-- leaving many fans questioning...

Dowd earns the crown

Dowd earns the crown

Story by Kateleigh Crowson, staff writer February 3, 2025

  The Texarkana Convention Center came alive on Sunday, Feb. 2 as freshman Olivia Dowd earned the title of Miss Lake O’ The Pines Teen at the Miss Texarkana Pageant.  The Miss Texarkana...

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