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The Marquee

Marcus High School's Online Newspaper

The Marquee

Marcus High School's Online Newspaper

The Marquee

Transgender rights are human rights

Kendall Cooper, Copy/Entertainment/Sports Editor November 9, 2018

The conversation surrounding transgender rights and the government has been revisited as a result of a draft of a US policy change obtained by The New York Times. If this goes into effect, gender, in the...

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Bohemian Rhapsody Review

Bohemian Rhapsody Review

The newest Queen biopic fails to reach cinematic excellence but still makes for an extraordinary time at the movies
Alex Anderson, Writer November 9, 2018

For many people, Queen was just one of the greatest rock bands of the 70s and 80s. However, audiences walking out of the film Bohemian Rhapsody know that there was nothing simple about Queen or its frontman...

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A Race Against Time

A Race Against Time

Theatre hosts annual 24-hour PlayFest
Reya Mosby, Writer November 2, 2018

Time was running out and the anticipation grew the closer it got to the final performance. It was crunch time, and the actors were rehearsing their scene for the last time before they went on stage. The...

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Congressman Beto O'Rourke held a rally in Fort Worth

Texas Senate race draws national attention

Chloe White, Editor-in-chief November 2, 2018

For over two decades, Texas has remained a traditionally Republican state. Most of Texas remains strongly conservative, except for a few border counties and large cities such as Dallas, Austin and Houston....

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College senior Robert Martinez practices "Overwatch". He played in a gaming club at UNT before trying out for the Esports team.

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UNT finds success with new Esports team
Madi Olivier, Writer November 2, 2018

UNT became the first public university with a varsity Esports team last Feb., and on Oct. 1, they won their first tournament —OPLive Dallas — 3-0. The program supports four games— Overwatch, Hearthstone,...

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Chelsey Reichenberger stands on the court before the volleyball game waiting to receive her award. Her shy side came out as everyone in the stands had their eyes on her. She said all the attention made her feel nervous.

Volleyball honors young cancer survivor

Alex Anderson, Feature/News Editor November 2, 2018

The crowd talked amongst themselves as the volleyball players warmed up on the court. Their yellow “Cheerful for Chelsey” shirts brought a pop of color to the stadium. As the girls started to play,...

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Mahima Mahavdi stands in a line with her family greeting people as she passes out various homemade Indian sweets to the guests after they all participate in a religious ritual. The deserts range in color and size, and people walk out of the line with their mouths full and bright smiles on their faces.

The Ultimate Birthday Bash

Local family throws annual Indian festival
Reya Mosby, Writer October 7, 2018

The smell of Indian spices filled the air.  Streamers, garlands and flower decorations of all colors hung from the ceiling. In the center was the Hindu God Ganesh, perched on a shrine-like altar with...

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From legacy to leader

From legacy to leader

Sophomore quarterback leads varsity team to victory
Ava Bush, Writer October 7, 2018

After a 90-minute rain delay, sophomore Garrett Nussmeier stood on the slippery turf of the football field, ready for the snap. He could see rain falling in the glow of the stadium lights. The water droplets...

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A lifelong adventure

A lifelong adventure

Best friends travel Europe together.
Nikhila Bulusu, Writer October 5, 2018

The sun shone through the architecture of Paris as seniors Lauren Tran and Emily Stewart explored the streets of the foreign city. Stewart’s bubblegum pink sunglasses reflected the Eiffel Tower as...

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Cruz and O'Rourke meet up in first debate

Cruz and O’Rourke meet up in first debate

Cruz and O’Rourke cover domestic issues in first of three debates
Chloe White, Editor in Chief September 22, 2018

Editor’s note: The Marquee was granted media access to attend the debate. Sen. Ted Cruz and Rep. Beto O’Rourke’s first debate on Sept. 21 covered domestic policy issues such as gun control,...

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Peer Justice

Peer Justice

From possession of drugs to speeding tickets, Flower Mound Teen Court handles diverse levels of offenses.
Samantha Thornfelt, Writer September 18, 2018

Gripping the steering wheel, Ashley tries her best to focus on the road ahead of her, liquor flowing through her veins. As she hears the loud wail of a siren, Ashley quickly pulls over, red and blue lights...

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Marauders beat Waxahachie 21-7

Marauders beat Waxahachie 21-7

Ava Bush September 15, 2018

The Marauders got off to a slow start, but finished the game strong to bring home the second win of the season. The Waxahachie Indians played a strong defensive game, sacking sophomore quarterback...

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