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Old Alton Bridge initially opened in 1884 in order to connect Denton with Copper Canyon.

Dark secret in Denton

Local lore surrounding infamous "Goatman's Bridge"
Jude Soape, Reporter October 30, 2024

Off the road to Denton, there’s a bridge that connects a small gravel lot to a thick gray forest, straddling a shallow, muddy creek.  “There’s a little gravel parking lot past the entrance. You...

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Ballot Breakdown

Ballot Breakdown

An overview of the candidates for District 26's House seat
Raksha Jayakumar, Editor in Chief October 30, 2024

As the presidential election nears, tensions between different political party members continue to rise. This growing political divide is worsened by the algorithms of social media, which mainly present...

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(Top) Parker Noffz, 12, Coach Andrew Reinberg, and Taryn Elmer, 10, at the state cross country meet in Round Rock.
(Bottom) Elmer placed 11th; Noffz placed 21st.

Runners compete against Texas’ best at state cross country meet

Elmer finished 11th in women's meet, Noffz 21st in men's at Round Round meet
Staff Report from Press Release October 21, 2024

Marcus cross country runners Taryn Elmer, 10, and Parker Noffz, 12, placed 11th and 21st, respectively, at the State Cross Country Meet in Round Rock this weekend.

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Drum Major, Kate Reynolds, 12, in action at the Keller Pep Rally on August 30, 2024.

Band Advances to State Marching Competition

Group placed third at regional contest this past weekend
Staff Report from Press Release October 16, 2024

Marcus High School Marching Band placed third at the Area J Marching Band Contest at Mesquite Memorial Stadium on Saturday to qualify for the UIL State Marching Band Contest at the Alamodome in San Antonio...

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Dr. Cody Koontz addresses the student body at the first pep rally of the school year on August 31, 2024.

Creating a Culture of Cooperation

Dr. Cody Koontz embraces role as new Marcus principal
Roger Sader, Reporter October 10, 2024

Following the promotion of former principal Will Skelton, Dr. Cody Koontz is taking over this role. Dr. Koontz formerly served as the principal of Coppell High School’s ninth grade campus. In March,...

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Colton Nussmeier, Sophomore quarterback, calls a play in the huddle during the 1st quarter of the Marauders season-opening victory over Keller, 14-10, on Friday, August 31, 2024.

Same Book, New Chapter

NFL coach's son continues family's football legacy
Gabriel Weaver, Reporter October 10, 2024

Colton Nussmeier is the son of Doug Nussmeier, the quarterbacks coach for the Philadelphia Eagles, and younger brother of Garret Nussmeier, former star Marcus High School quarterback and current starter...

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Eun and Danny make sandwiches for their next customers during a lunch rush.

The Giving Bistro

New family-owned bistro opens in Parker Square
Macy Doan, Reporter October 4, 2024

“‘I don't need very much now,’ said the boy, ‘Just a quiet place to sit and rest. I am very tired.’  ‘Well,’ said the tree, straightening herself up as much as she could, ‘Well, an...

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2024-2025 Student Council

Find a Place to Fit In

A guide to clubs & organizations at Marcus High
Astor Jones, Reporter October 3, 2024

Clubs offered at Marcus High School are a perfect way to make friends, find a community with the same interests as you, and explore different career paths. With the plethora of clubs offered, there is...

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Safe sex practices

Safe sex practices

Raksha Jayakumar, Managing Editor February 14, 2024

On Valentine’s Day, people get the chance to celebrate their love in a special way. Whether it’s romantic or platonic love, the priority should be to maintain healthy relationships. Relationships take...

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EU calls for cease-fire in Gaza

EU calls for cease-fire in Gaza

Palestinian death toll surpasses 27,000
Mashiyat Khan, Reporter February 13, 2024

As the Israel-Palestine war continues to escalate, the European Union passed a resolution calling for a permanent cease-fire in Gaza, Palestine. Along with the EU, the United Nations and U.S. government...

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Baby Steps

Baby Steps

Pregnancy clinic opens new location in Flower Mound
Astor Jones, Reporter February 9, 2024

Inside the bathroom, Anna* hovered over her toilet. Her hand covered her mouth and her leg was shaking. Time felt like forever. Suddenly, she gasped, looking down at the two lines marking “positive”...

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History of Palestine

History of Palestine

Raksha Jayakumar and Sameeha Alidina December 11, 2023

Editor’s note: This story, with its accompanying news story and feature story, won third place for in-depth news feature package in the 2024 ILPC contest.  Sophomore Hiba’s father*, a Palestinian,...

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