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Wendy Smith was presented with the award after her daughter, junior Leila Smith, played in her volleyball game.

Stepping up to cancer

Junior's mother receives Heart of a Marauder award
Michael Minton October 11, 2019

The entire volleyball team rushed onto the center of the court and embraced each other in a group hug. Junior Leila Smith and her mother, Wendy, who battled colon cancer a few months ago and is this year's...

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Sophomore Haidyn Sokoloski runs onto the field with her teammates at a varsity game last season.

Batting with the best

Sophomore selected to be on the national softball team
Madi Olivier October 8, 2019

As her mom drove, sophomore Haidyn Sokoloski opened her phone to find an old email notification across her lock screen. She was about to ignore it, but the words sitting in the subject line grabbed her...

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The firefighting program gathered for a group photo after practicing forcible entry, which included multiple ways to pry open an almost 300 pound door jammed with pieces of wood.

Blazing the way

Firefighting program offers career jump start
McKenna Cowley October 3, 2019

Editor’s note: this story was named as an honorable mention for news in the Press Women of Texas high school contest. It also won third place for print news features in the ILPC contest.  It is 8...

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Ryan Glenn Band performs on stage at Love & War in Texas alongside his band members Dave Moore, Steven Kistner, and Nate Morefield. Moore is Ryan Lafollette’s stepfather and accompanies him on guitar and vocals.

Rockabilly blues

Senior pursues uncommon passion
Michael Minton October 3, 2019

Senior Ryan Glenn LaFollette stood near the edge of the outdoor stage at Love & War In Texas, a restaurant in Plano featuring live music. It was the night of Aug. 31st and the middle-aged crowd questioned...

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Popdod is on Justin Road in Highland Village. It offers a wide range of unique and customizable drinks.

Review: Popdod

The new soda shop specializes in customizable drinks
McKenna Cowley October 3, 2019

Popdod, a customizable soda shop located in Highland Village, opened to the public on Sept. 5. I visited their store on a few weeks later to see what the new business is bringing to the community.  As...

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Acting for awareness

Acting for awareness

‘One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest’ opens conversation about mental health
Shriya Mukkavilli October 3, 2019

Editor's note: this story was named as an honorable mention for entertainment features in the TAJE Best in Texas contest. As the lights dimmed, the actors in the scene made their way onto the stage...

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Junior quarterback Garrett Nussmeier tests the air pressure of footballs before last week's game against Irving High School.

Marauders take on the Nimitz Vikings

Samson George October 2, 2019

After last week’s shutout win against Irving High School, the Marauders will be on the road tomorrow night at 7 p.m. to play the Nimitz Vikings. Nimitz is coming into this game with a 1-3 record....

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Last year, the Marauders played an away game against Irving and came out on top 58-13.

Marauders are first in district after win against Irving

Samson George September 28, 2019

The Marauders took care of business last night at the homecoming game, getting the shutout win over the Irving High School Tigers 60-0. This put them in first in the district.  A key player was senior...

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Students danced the night away at last year's homecoming dance.

Homecoming hustle

Tips to help you plan an amazing last minute homecoming
Samantha Thornfelt September 24, 2019

Planning any event last minute can be stressful, especially if it’s a night as hyped up as homecoming. Making a mum and reserving a table for dinner in less than a week may seem like impossible tasks...

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Elliot Jensen is the new Choir Student Teacher on campus. 

Starting off on a new note

Meet some of the new performing arts teachers on campus
Shriya Mukkavilli September 11, 2019

Samuel Park Assistant Orchestra Director Samuel Park is the new assistant director for orchestra. A Richardson native, Park graduated from Southern Methodist University, where he participated...

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With the start of the fall season comes the beginning of multiple school sports.

Go, fight, win!

Athletes give their take on the start of fall sports
Adriana Pueskens September 8, 2019

Riley Vaughn   Volleyball  Next game: Sept. 10 What are Volleyball’s goals this season?: “Our goals this season are to be first in districts because we really think we can win...

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Balto is very energetic and loves to play with people.

Shelter spotlights: Balto

Get to know Balto, who is available for adoption in Flower Mound
Madi Olivier September 7, 2019

Name: Balto Sex: Male Age: One year Breed: Husky/Shepard mix Location: Flower Mound Animal Services     Balto is a rambunctious little boy with a friendly and playful...

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