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Tiger Times

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

The smell of hot cocoa drifts through the air. The warmth of the glowing and twinkling lights overtake the senses as those walk past. Texarkana's Christmas season is filled...

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Sugarplums a’ dancing
Sugarplums a’ dancing
Story by Natalie Debenport, staff writer • December 6, 2024

The orchestral sound of the song "Mother Ginger and Her Polichinelles" travels through the auditorium as Mother Ginger and her bakers skip onto the stage to perform their...

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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

The time of the year is finally here. Music lovers across the nation woke up early on the morning of Dec. 4, eagerly anticipating the reveal of their 2024 Spotify Wrapped....

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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

Students swing across the stage. Technicians carefully craft set pieces and costumes. Directors encourage their students to reach their full potential.  The Tiger Theatre...

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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

Halloween, celebrated on Oct. 31, has evolved significantly over the years. Marking the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter, this holiday has many different...

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Highlighting heritage
Highlighting heritage
Story by Angie Moya, staff writer • September 26, 2024

 Across the U.S., an amalgam of different religions, languages, ethnicities and cultures contribute to "melting pot" that we know today. And while it's important to recognize...

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As a common Homecoming tradition, students make personalized posters to propose to their dates.
Homage to homecoming
Story by Oviya Justin, editor-in-chief • September 24, 2024

1911: A Kansas vs. Missouri game at the University of Missouri. A union between alumni and students. An inadvertent start to a tradition that would carry for decades to come....

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On Sept. 10, many individuals around the world participate in spreading awareness for Worldwide Suicide Prevention Day and Month.
Strength in support
Story by Kunan Anjum and Angie Moya September 10, 2024

It is estimated that a staggering 10%  of adolescents, grades nine through 12, have made at least one suicide attempt, according to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention....

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It's not uncommon for people to try to mimic celebrities social media accounts. Checkmarks illuminate the risk of a fake or fan account being mistaken for a real account. (photo illustration)
Vying for verification
Story by Blaise Larry-Cox, Culture Editor • March 22, 2024

In the chronically online culture we live in, the idea of getting a social leg up on our peers is an alluring topic. With social media being a major part of all of our lives...

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Many new movies are being criticized by the media for not disclosing their musical  aspect in trailers and previews. This leads people to wonder what other big hits weren't originally suppose to be musicals.
Musical madness
Story by Kateleigh Crowson, Staff Writer • March 8, 2024

Amidst the hype of the remake of “Mean Girls,” one popular question involves its rise and presence on social media: What made the creator decide to make this version a...

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Candy makers produce eight billion conversation hearts for lovers and sweethearts each year. However, some may consider this tradition pointless and a waste.
Valentines Schmalentines
Story by Annie Smith, Staff Writer • February 14, 2024

Walking into Walmart, you see aisles filled with fuzzy stuffed bears holding a red heart saying “Be my Valentine?” and rows and rows of heart-shaped boxes filled with...

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Young Celie (Phylicia Pearl Mpasi) and Nettie (Halle Bailey) in The Color Purple.
The Color Purple
Story by Kamryn Jean, Opinion Editor • January 12, 2024

On Dec. 25, 2023, the movie “The Color Purple” was released in theaters across the nation. Directed by Blitz Bazawule, the film was a reimagination of the novel by Alice...

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PHOTO ILLUSTRATION
Topping the Holiday Billboard Top 100 Chart for over a decade, Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas" reigns supreme again this year. As of Dec. 1, 2023, Carey's song once again occupies the top spot for 58 straight weeks of the holiday season.
Thawing out Mariah Carey
Story by Jordan Womack, Staff Writer • December 1, 2023

As the new Christmas season approaches, Mariah Carey’s classic “All I Want For Christmas'' plays throughout the month of December. Whether you hear it on the speakers...

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And that’s a wrap
And that’s a wrap
Story by Nashita Kalam, Editor-in-Chief • December 1, 2023

Excited chatter fills the classroom as students gather around to share their phone screens one by one. Catchy tunes play through the phone’s speakers and colorful graphics...

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Sign shown on Black Friday at Old Navy. The store offered 50% off prices and discounts along with many others in the area.
Black Friday fiasco
Story by Blaise Larry-Cox, Culture Editor • November 28, 2023

As many celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday and the time with family, for millions of workers nationwide one dark inevitability lingers in the back of their minds as they count...

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