Behind the Ink: Tattoo Art Around THS
I acquired my first tattoo at the age of seventeen. It was a dark, cold January night. I sat in the kitchen of a friend who did tattoos on the side. I was nervous. Not nervous of the permanence, but of the pain. The kitchen was decorated with roosters and sunflowers; it looked like your […]
Talawanda Students Vote for the First Time
Election day was held on Tuesday November 6th, and many seniors prepared themselves to go to the polls for the very first time as a registered voter. With turning 18, and legally becoming an adult, many responsibilities follow. One of the biggest decisions an 18 year old can make is who they feel should be […]
Movember Comes to Talawanda
Through the month of November, you may start to notice teachers at Talawanda growing out some exquisite moustaches. This is because of Movember. Men start out clean-shaven on November 1st and grow a moustache, or “Mo” for 30 days, getting family and friends to donate to their efforts. “Mo Bros effectively become walking, talking billboards […]
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Stand the Test of Time
The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT) may have emerged onto the pop culture scene in the 80s, but they are still going strong in the year 2012. These four mutant adolescents have had success in just about every franchise possible: toys, movies, T.V. shows, comics, videogames, and even food boxes are just some of the […]
A New Way to Honor Athletes
As you pass through the brick archway of the Talawanda football stadium and take in the scent of popcorn, grills, and turf, you will probably notice the brand new, shining Hall of Fame plaque to your right. Talawanda has recently installed a brand new athletic Hall of Fame in the entrance to the stadium. It […]
Joe Pyfrin: Always Giving Back
When Joe Pyfrin was given the opportunity to become the new voice of THS football, and basketball announcer for the games, he was thrilled. “This was a great way to stay connected with Talawanda, and the community,” said Pyfrin. Growing up at THS gave Pyfrin the experience to get actively involved with sports. Back in […]
Review: Andy Hofmann Discusses “Cloud Atlas”
Cloud Atlas is the tale of Adam Ewing, an 1850 lawyer from San Francisco on his journey back from the South Pacific. Mr. Ewing is suffering from a parasitic worm, and, as he is treated by his doctor, Henry Goose, his health begins to decline… In reality, however, Cloud Atlas is really about Luisa Rey, […]
Opinion: Lauren South Comments on the Senior Incentive
Students at THS look forward to their senior year not only because it’s their last year in high school, but because they have senior incentive, a reward given to seniors that exempts them from their exams if they meet the requirements. A majority of seniors love the possibility of being exempt from their exams, but […]
Ryan Hickey Inspires Talawanda Sports Fans
EVERYBODY DO THAT BIG BRAVE RUMBLE, EVERYBODY DO THAT BIG BRAVE RUMBLE! EVERYBODY, LET’S RUUUUMBLE! Senior Ryan Hickey has been a member of the Talawanda Marching Band for four years. In those four years, he has played the same instrument, the contra. The contra is a tuba that the player puts on their shoulder and […]
Review: Megan Roark Takes a Look at Taylor Swift’s new album, “Red”
Young, rich and famous country/pop artist Taylor Swift hit iTunes and radios everywhere with her new album Red on October 22, 2012. With her upbeat songs and catchy hooks, Swift has been stealing the attention and ears of teens and young adults all over since 2006. Red features songs like “I Knew You Were Trouble”, […]