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Percussion begins their concert on Feb. 13 at the Texas Music Educators Association convention with their first ensemble “Toccata” by Jacob Remmington.

Pioneering percussion

Ensemble chosen to perform at TMEA convention
Alyssa Cheatham March 11, 2020

This was the 100th year of the Texas Music Educators Association being held and the first time an honor percussion has ever been invited. Percussion teachers have been advocating for the inclusion of this...

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Senior Ethan Rice performs a ballet routine for his talent.

Photos: Mr. Marcus

Maya Hernandez March 11, 2020

Editor's note: These photos were named an honorable mention for photo galleries in the 2021 TAJE Best of Texas contest. For a recap of the Mr. Marcus competition, click here. For a Q&A with...

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The chorizo breakfast sandwich was delicious, so Eggspress Cafe definetly deserves a second visit.

Review: Eggspress Cafe

Eggspress Cafe offers delicious breakfast and quality service
McKenna Cowley March 10, 2020

Eggspress Cafe isn’t currently the most popular breakfast site in Flower Mound, but the restaurant is soon-to-be “go-to” material. Since opening on Jan. 7,  it seems like Highland Village residents...

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Students lay down as they donate blood. Each donor gave about a pint of blood, which can save up to three lives.

Photos: M.E.D.S. club blood drive

Celine Engel March 8, 2020

The M.E.D.S. club worked with Carter BloodCare to host their annual blood drive on March 5 in the Silver Gym. Students donated throughout the day, each giving about a pint of blood to save three lives....

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Senior Quinn Maguire competes for Winkids in Tumbling and Trampoline. He also coaches children of all ages, from toddlers to high schoolers.

Let’s get ready to tumble

Senior coaches, competes in trampoline and tumbling
Adriana Pueskens March 6, 2020

The arena is half-full with spectators there to see the tumblers. The place is filled with the sound of feet hitting the trampolines, and competitors practicing their routines on the floor.  Senior...

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A mock election was held yesterday for students to express their political opinions because it was Super Tuesday. The mock election results were similar to the Texas primary presidential election results for Democrats, but Republicans had more disparity.

Students vote in mock election on Super Tuesday

Nikhita Ragam March 4, 2020

While adults were in the library casting their votes in the presidential primary election yesterday, students were able to express their political opinions by taking part in AP Government teacher Carey...

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Februarys trending hashtags on Twitter captured the biggest events from the past month.

February in hashtags

Samantha Thornfelt February 29, 2020

#Halftimeshow Shakira and Jennifer Lopez made history on Feb. 2 as the first Latina artists to headline a Super Bowl halftime show. While many viewers expressed their love for the performance, others...

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No matter how youre feeling, theres a local coffee shop thats perfect for you.

Spill the beans

Find a local coffee shop that matches your mood
Madi Olivier February 27, 2020

No matter if you’re feeling overwhelmed or social, the thought of sitting in your favorite coffee shop while sipping a delicious drink can be tempting. With dozens of coffee shops each offering different...

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Women4women is a new group on campus, but they have already donated over 800 packages of menstrual products to those in need.

Fighting period poverty

Madi Olivier February 21, 2020

The club Women4women will be collecting menstrual products in room B212 for the rest of the year. They are hoping to receive mostly pads and panty liners, although they will also take other items, such...

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Senior Garrett Karbs is lifted into the air during his synchronized swimming routine for the talent portion of the competition. The annual Mr. Marcus pageant was held last night and Karbs came out on top.

Competing for the crown

Madi Olivier February 21, 2020

Last night, the auditorium wasn’t just a room with chairs and a stage — the Mr. Marcus contestants had other ideas. For two hours, it acted as everything from a swimming pool to a kitchen as the 14...

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Senior Landon Bradley dances to popular songs with the rest of the Mr. Marcus contestants.

Photos: pep rally 2/19

Maya Hernandez February 19, 2020

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