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Tiger Times

Drake releases new song, looking toward album

Drake releases new song, looking toward album

Story by Tye Shelton, staff writer February 8, 2016

In past months, a feud between rappers Drake and Meek Mill has reached a boiling point. Meek’s insults to Drake and his music led to the production of a string of “diss” songsincluding, “Back to...

Answering her call back

Answering her call back

Story by Cailey Roberson, staff writer January 21, 2016

She’s in a room with a cluster of other talents. People are singing songs and playing their guitars to pass the time, transforming the thick tension in the air with ease and lightheartedness. After a...

Stoeckl has successful All-Region run

Stoeckl has successful All-Region run

Story by Grace Hickey, staff writer December 18, 2015

A nervous anthem of differing music emanates from various instruments, their owners fidget as the list of chair ranks is posted. Students scattered all over the state gather collectively in hopes of seeing...

All I want for Christmas is a silent night

All I want for Christmas is a silent night

Story by Kristin McCasland, online co-editor-in-cheif December 8, 2015

December. The month that millions of Americans look forward to every year. The month that promises amazing food, tons of presents and quality time with family. December would be the perfect month,...

Sophomore Savanna Kennedy writes song lyrics in her journal.

Pitch perfect

Story by Colton Johnson, staff writer December 8, 2015

She sits in silence, constantly thinking. The world spins in her galaxy of a mind, creating a slew of phrases and ideas. She composes a symphony of powerful thoughts to be held by accepting pages and a...

Musical roots

Musical roots

Story by Connor Brooks, staff writer November 25, 2015

The apple didn’t fall far from the tree in the case of sophomore Brennon Cope. He is skilled at singing and uses his voice to entertain others. Both of his parents were gifted singers, and his father...

Senior Kaulyn Loe practices  playing the piano. Loe has been able to take more music-related electives because of her non-STEM schedule.

Not STEM doesn’t equal not smart

Story by Katherine Stoeckl, staff writer November 11, 2015

To be in STEM, or not to be in STEM; that is the question. Whether ‘tis nobler for class rank to burden oneself with a multitude of group projects, or to face the daunting task of being out of your comfort...

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Top 10 ’90s throwback songs

Story by Jillian Cheney, entertainment editor September 29, 2015

1. She’s So High - Tal Bachman At first listen, this song might be mistaken for an indie pop song from this year. Still, it has the characteristics for the soft rock of the 90s, and isn't one of the...

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Christian with attitude

Story by Jessica Emerson, online co-editor-in-chief September 25, 2015

Nine years old. As per usual on Sunday mornings, senior Luke Smith trudges into church, clad in khaki pants and a polo button down. Groggy eyed and slightly distracted, he sits leisurely in the pew,...

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Top 10 ’80s throwback songs

Story by Jillian Cheney, entertainment editor September 11, 2015

1. Billie Jean - Michael Jackson When looking for a song that really relates to personal romance, this is probably the last on the list. How often does a girl get pregnant and claim you’re the father...

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Top 10 ’70s throwback songs

Story by Jillian Cheney and Naveen Malik September 7, 2015

1. Dancing Queen - ABBA Deep in the pop-disco rhythm of this song, all lyrical meaning is lost. It’s a Friday night, and the lights are low. You are the dancing queen. Regardless of your age, you...

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Tiger Band gains 2 new assistant directors

Story by Katherine Stoeckl, staff writer August 28, 2015

The Tiger Band welcomed incoming freshman, fresh music and two new band directors when summer practice began Aug. 3. Head band director Arnie Lawson is aided by Steve Bennett, David Stuart, Kara Compton,...

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