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Tiger Times

Health science teacher Joe Nolen stands at thee front of the class as he presents what his class has to offer in front of s group of eight graders.

Planning ahead

Story by Kendyl Franklin, staff writer February 6, 2025

This past week, Texas High offered eighth graders a CTE tour to allow kids to see how classes work and what they can offer. The classes visited on the tour were Robotics, Graphic Design, Fashion/Interior...

Junior Kate Cook slides past second in the Tigers scrimmage against the Hooks Hornets feb. 3, 2025.

Stepping up to the plate

Story by Palin Nichols, staff writer February 5, 2025

On the glistening softball field, student-athletes come together to showcase their passion for the game. Under the guidance of their experienced coaches, players dedicate themselves to a daily grind, striving...

Junior Gunnar Taylor raises the boy's swim team district trophy after winning the entire meet on Feb. 3, 2025. Both boys and girls teams won their district meet with 24 out of the 26 swimmers advancing to regionals.

District dominance

Story by Parker Allison, staff writer February 3, 2025

The TigerSharks spend countless of hours throughout each year to prepare for their championship season and this year is no different. Every swimmer has put forth incredible effort to accomplish their goals...

Beyonce at the 67th Grammys Awards held at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025. (Robert Gauthier/Los Angeles Times/TNS)

2025 Grammys recap

Story by Kunan Anjum, Rece Beaird and Zyon Trotter February 3, 2025

The 67th annual Recording Academy’s Grammys show was packed with unexpected turnouts-- sparking debates surrounding genre authenticity, artist recognition and redemption-- leaving many fans questioning...

Dowd earns the crown

Dowd earns the crown

Story by Kateleigh Crowson, staff writer February 3, 2025

  The Texarkana Convention Center came alive on Sunday, Feb. 2 as freshman Olivia Dowd earned the title of Miss Lake O’ The Pines Teen at the Miss Texarkana Pageant.  The Miss Texarkana...

More than 1.2 million Texas teens report having mental, behavioral, or developmental problems (MEDBP); this startling number represents over 20% of Texan youth. The need for school counselors is vital to the overall well-being of students across the nation, as it’s estimated that the signs of mental health depletion manifest around the age of 14 in many teenagers.

Appreciating aid

Story by Lauren Richey and Kunan Anjum February 3, 2025

The soft hum of white noise fills the silent and peaceful room as you immerse yourself in the counselor’s office’s calming environment. The faint scent of lavender lingers through the room, contrasting...

Freshman Nirav Neupane smiles as he shakes Congressman Nathaniel Moran's hand. On Thursday, Jan. 30, Neupane was recognized for winning the Congressional App Award.

App your service

Story by Kateleigh Crowson, staff writer January 30, 2025

On the morning of Jan. 30, students, staff and members of the Texarkana ISD community gathered in the foyer of the Sullivan Performing Arts Center to celebrate the achievement of freshman Nirav Neupane.  For...

Texas High hosted last year's FCA Powerlifting meet in the Multipurpose building on campus. However, this year the Texas Tigers will compete in the Maud district tournament to advance to the regional meet.

3, 2, 1 . . . Liftoff

Story by Leighton Kelems, Staff Writer January 30, 2025

The clanking of metal plates reverberates throughout the Texas High weight room as students prepare for the upcoming powerlifting season. Due to snowy weather, the original kick off was postponed and rescheduled...

In Arkansas, employees on minimum wage receive $11.00 per hour, whereas in nearby Texas, the rate stands at the federal minimum of $7.25. This significant contrast underscores the impact of state policies on the earnings of teen workers.

Wage rage

Story by Haley Waddell and Zyon Trotter January 29, 2025

Many stereotypes from older generations claim that the youth doesn’t want to work and just wants money handed to us. This narrative overlooks the reality of modern youth’s hard work that we put into...

Energy drinks, though often perceived as a fast-acting cure to the intense drowsiness young adults face daily, prove to be toxic beverages often disguised beneath fruity notes of peach and cherry, and lime, ultimately overpowering the effectiveness of its anti-exhaustion agent.

The toxic truth

Story by Leighton Kelems, staff writer January 28, 2025

Gas stations: the modern-day black hole that draws insomnia-ridden teens and young adults in, urging, daring and eager for the ding of the overhead doorbell to signal their prey caught. Neon colors and...

Business and information management teacher Melinda Asher speaks with parents and potential students at the Experience THS event on Jan. 27, 2025 in the Dan Haskins Student Center. The event allows parents and students the opportunity to meet with teachers, current students and future acedemic advisers at Texas High School to help prepare middle school students select courses for the 2025-2026 school year.

Experience excitement

Story by Natalie Debenport, staff writer January 27, 2025

The Student Center hums with activity, with rising eighth graders chattering and laughing. Booklets rustle in eager hands as students weave past booths, asking teachers and representatives. about the various...

Missing and broken ceiling tiles remain a common site across the halls of Texas High School. Maintenance often takes time to replace them behind the scenes for a multitude of reasons.

The sky is falling

Story by Haley Waddell, staff writer January 27, 2025

All over the school, ceiling tiles can be seen falling apart every day; however, no one quite knows why this strange event occurs so frequently, nor does anyone see the work that goes into fixing them. On...

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