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Shriya Mukkavilli, News and Entertainment Editor

Shriya Mukkavilli is a junior and this is her second year on staff. Writing has always been something she’s passionate about and she’s looking forward to working on the paper this year, even if it’s through a computer screen. Besides writing, she likes to spend her time aggressively browsing Pinterest, FaceTiming friends at 2 a.m. and finding new music. She’s excited to read amazing stories from her staffers as news and entertainment editor and to learn and grow with them.

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Column: Lost in translation

April 18, 2021
Photography teacher Kathy Toews keeps cameras on a wall in her classroom. They are all different ages and models.

Life in snapshots

April 15, 2021
It has been about a year since the COVID-19 pandemic put students' lives on hold, causing an increase in anxiety and loneliness.

Lost connections

April 12, 2021
Hebron High School junior Nandita Kumar founded the student-led group LISD SEE to advocate for a more inclusive history, English and science curriculum.

Seen and heard

March 9, 2021
What do you hope for Biden's presidency?

Remarks: What do you wish for Biden’s presidency?

March 4, 2021
Junior Sydney Battiste came out when she was 11 years old. She identifies as bisexual.

True colors

February 23, 2021
Senior and Black History Club president Tamyra Kelly helped plan the group’s events for Black History Month. Kelly also spoke at the MLK contest virtual celebration.

Club adjusts its celebration of Black History Month

February 22, 2021
Increased acceptance and representation has opened the door for more teens to identify as LGBTQ+ than previous generations.

Finding pride

February 16, 2021
Junior Saloni Mistry’s painting, pictured above, won the Chairman Grand Prize in the MLK contest.

Justice for all

February 14, 2021
Board of Trustees Vice President Tracy Scott Miller announced his idea to randomly drug test students in late October to help reduce drug abuse in schools. However, it is unclear if his plan will gain enough support to be voted upon or approved by the school board.

Test questions

December 16, 2020
In addition to changing what the school year looks like, the pandemic has complicated the college application process for many seniors.

Pandemic disrupts college applications

November 3, 2020
The district is currently planning on allowing students to choose between in-person and virtual classes for the upcoming school year.

LISD to offer in-person and virtual classes

July 13, 2020
Janet Hutley teaches AP Chemistry on the main campus.

Remarks: How do you think coronavirus has affected our community?

May 5, 2020
With salons and spas closed to the public during quarantine, even as other businesses are reopening, it seems like the only option is to take matters into our own hands.

Quarantine beauty guide

May 5, 2020
Many national tests, including the SAT, ACT and AP exams, are being moved in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

National tests postponed due to coronavirus

March 19, 2020

Things to consider before getting a cosmetic procedure

March 11, 2020
The popularity of cosmetic procedures has increased among teens in recent years. Studies show that social media may be to blame.

Filtered reality

March 11, 2020
Remarks:

Remarks: “The Bachelor”

March 10, 2020
Senior Nick Underwood models during the Mr. Marcus pageant on Feb 20. Underwood was one of 12 senior boys to take the stage that night.

[PHOTO] February in photos

March 1, 2020

Column: Finding my identity

February 3, 2020
While it may seem easy to just stay at home and question why you’re single, there are still ways to enjoy the last moments of the year without a partner.

Single’s guide to New Year’s Eve

December 31, 2019
Students played with husky puppies on Dec. 20, the last day of the semester. Students had to pay $5 to hold them. All proceeds went to the Texas Husky Rescue.

[PHOTO] December in photos

December 20, 2019
Social media platforms became extremely popular in the past decade, making hashtags a new way to remember major events.

Decade in hashtags

December 19, 2019
The Global Climate Strike, an environmental conservation organization, held a rally on Friday, Nov. 29 in order to let the government know they want climate action. 40 people attended, brought signs, and marched as a group up and down W. 7th in the rain while shouting chants that encouraged activism.

Impact of climate change sparks debate

December 13, 2019

Column: Me and my diet

November 19, 2019
Sophomores Landon Faulkner and Charles Payton read sheet music together. Peer mentors take a leadership role teaching them the fundementals of this skill.

In perfect harmony

October 28, 2019
Acting for awareness

Acting for awareness

October 3, 2019
Elliot Jensen is the new Choir Student Teacher on campus. 

Starting off on a new note

September 11, 2019
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