BECAUSE OF YOU SINCE ‘92. The new Dutch Bros is open on 1097 in Willis. The company has been open since 1992 making drinks for all tastes.
TO PROTECT AND CENSOR. The ban of TikTok on University of Texass network may be closer to censorship than protection.
GAME, SET, MATCH. Playing against a district opponent, freshman Bryce Bickley celebrates after winning a point. Bickley and the rest of the team will travel to Humble on Friday and Saturday, January 27-28 to compete in a tournament against many different schools.
BEST OF SHOW. The art by Ashlynn White featuring her grandfather was named Best of Show.
SWEETHEARTS DANCE. The drill team is hosting a fund raising event on Feb. 10 for dads and their daughters.
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10 FEET TALL. A statue of senior Cooper Stone and his father Shannon Stone was dedicated in 2012 by the Texas Rangers baseball team after Shannon lost his life in an accident in 2011 at the ballpark.
Senior baseball player reflects on father's influence
by Reid Henderson, VOW Feature Editor
TOP SEARCHES. Search engine google created a video highlighting the top searches of the year. Link is in the story.
Looking back on top searches of 2022
by Brody McNew, VOW staff
FOURTH QUARTER. Receiving his 10th of 12th rounds of chemo, Coach Michael Storms starts what he coined the fourth quarter of his treatment. After experiencing chemo with her husband, Coach Megan Storms recruited some of her volleyball players to spread cheer at the hospital where Storms and many others receive cancer treatment.
Volleyball team makes impact in community by bringing joy to cancer patients
by Stone Chapman, VOW Staff Writer
NEW YEAR, NEW EFFORT. With the calendar now saying 2023, many students are contemplating a resolution.
New year, new opportunities
by Jason Clark, VOW staff
2023 Reading Challenge. Print off the bookshelf to track your reading this year.
Challenge opens up world of reading
by Rosalyn Gutierrez, VOW staff
Entertainment
BECAUSE OF YOU SINCE ‘92. The new Dutch Bros is open on 1097 in Willis. The company has been open since 1992 making drinks for all tastes.
Dutch Bros add new options for drive-through coffee addicts
by Julia Humphries, VOW staff
KNIVES ARE OUT AGAIN. Detective Blanc returns for a new case in The Glass Onion on Netflix.
Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery 2022 (PG-13)
by Emma Lowe, VOW staff
WELCOME TO CHIPPENDALES. The Hulu original series digs deep into the creation and downfall of the dancers.
Hulu docuseries explores dark backstory of America's 'cuffs and collar' clad dancers
by Stone Chapman, VOW Staff Writer
WEDNESDAYS TRIUMPH. The Netflix original series Wednesday starring Jenna Ortega is taking the world by storm.
Netflix's Wednesday good for every day of week
by Alyssa Beaulac, VOW staff
JUSTICE REDEFINED. Dewayne Johnson stars as Black Adam in one of DCs newest release.
Hidden truth behind the hero's mask exposed in DC's new 'Black Adam'
by Hannah Hartman, VOW staff
Fine Arts
BEST OF SHOW. The art by Ashlynn White featuring her grandfather was named Best of Show.
Students place in rodeo art show
by Emma Lowe, VOW staff • Jan 27, 2023
SWEETHEARTS DANCE. The drill team is hosting a fund raising event on Feb. 10 for dads and their daughters.
Sweethearts host daddy-daughter dance
Jan 27, 2023
BIG FISH. The musical has three performances this weekend. Scan the QR code on the poster for more info.
Students bring magical Big Fish to life
Jan 25, 2023
ONE ACT PLAY SET. The drama department has began preparing Chemical Imbalance, a retelling of the classic Jekyll and Hyde story.
One Act Play Chemical Imbalance gives new look at Jekyll and Hyde struggle
Dec 13, 2022
Deck the halls with holiday hymns
Deck the halls with holiday hymns
Dec 12, 2022
Wildkat Photo of the Week
STRONG STUFF. At the Magnolia powerlifting meet on Thursday, sophomore Dazia Denton deadlifts to add to her total. The powerlifting team has started strong this season with many lifters medaling at their first meets. photo by Emily Vaughn
Around Campus
WATCH AND LEARN. During an advanced cosmetology class senior Emma Atkinson learns from instructor Carla Hernandez.
Big commitment equals big reward
by Gaby DeLaRosa
PEP RALLY SCHEDULE FOR JAN. 27
PEP RALLY SCHEDULE FOR JAN. 27
GIVE ME AN H. As part of the state routine, senior Jessica Holliday lifts a sign to engage the crowd.
Cheering their way to state
by Hannah Hartman, VOW staff
ATTACK THE PROBLEM. The new push to catch and punish students who vape on campus hopes to help students make smarter decisions when it comes to vaping.
Anti-vaping policies, video aims to educate
by Ava Hardin, VOW staff
Known for his sense of humor and crazy dress up days outfits, English teacher Chris Slovak is the Unofficial Campus Culture Director. His prank right before the break had his fourth period questioning reality.
Slovak pranks fourth period with fake arrest
by Gracie Brumlow, VOW staff
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TO PROTECT AND CENSOR. The ban of TikTok on University of Texass network may be closer to censorship than protection.
TikTok ban: censorship or protection
by Michael Scholwinski, VOW staff
NO NEW TIME SCHEDULE. After surveying over 100 students, a large majority voted against the proposed change.
Proposed time change for secondary schools not beneficial for students, families
by John Gaspard
FOR BENTLEY AND OTHERS. The Tennessee Legislature passed “Ethan’s, Hailey’s, and Bentley’s Law”, which includes the names of the two surviving children of Tennessee Police Officer Nicholas Galinger, who was killed by a hit-and-run drunk driver. The law went into effect on Jan. 1.
New Tennessee law supports children of drunk driving victims
by Michael Scholwinski, VOW staff
NEW SPEAKER. After an unusually long election for Speaker of the House, Congress could be changing.
Extended election for Speaker could lead to changes in Congress
by Michael Scholwinski, VOW staff
Bell schedule changing for the worse, piling on stress
Bell schedule changing for the worse, piling on stress
by John Gaspard
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GAME, SET, MATCH. Playing against a district opponent, freshman Bryce Bickley celebrates after winning a point. Bickley and the rest of the team will travel to Humble on Friday and Saturday, January 27-28 to compete in a tournament against many different schools.
Varsity tennis begins tournament play Friday
by Blaine Eckert, VOW staff
NEVER SLOWING DOWN. During the swim meet against Oak Ridge and College Park, junior Keddie Ramsden celebrates his new personal record for the 100 yard breaststroke with a time of 1:08.86. The Aquakats are seeking more school records along with advancing to regionals this Friday and Saturday.
Diving into district
by Blaine Eckert, VOW staff
THANKS MOM. On senior night, senior Michael Scholwinski is accompanied by his mom Kim. The seniors of the boys and girls teams were honored before their match this week.
Emotions dispense the hardest takedown
by Reid Henderson, VOW Feature Editor
THE GREATEST STORY EVER PLAYED. On January 9, the Georgia Bulldogs claimed their second consecutive CFP championship against the TCU Horned Frogs. The game had the largest margin for a championship at 58 points.
Domination in Inglewood
by Blaine Eckert, VOW staff
RUN FAST AND TURN LEFT. Athletes interested in track and field need to contact any of the coaches for more info.
Track meeting kicks off season, practice
by Hannah Hartman, VOW staff
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Big Fish musical set to premiere Jan. 27
'Big Fish' musical set to premiere Jan. 27
by Tripp Brown
THANKFUL HOLIDAYS. Students and staff share why they are thankful this holiday season.
VIDEO: What are you thankful for this holiday?
by Ally Henry, contributor to VOW
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