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November 2, 2020
On Tuesday, November 3, American citizens will make their way to local polling sites to cast their ballots for their preferred presidential candidate. This election, there are only two nominees making...
November 2, 2020
Voters will soon turn to the polls to elect a president.
May 14, 2020
A new school year brings about many new things: new school supplies, new classmates, and a couple of new teachers. However, seemingly like something straight out of Boy Meets World with Mr.Feeny, one student...
May 1, 2020
Weeks of being in quarantine and the practice of social distancing and self-isolation has created a sense of longing for more diversified human interactions. Whether it be the thought of finally getting...
April 25, 2020
Being in quarantine is nothing short of mentally draining. Being stuck in the same house with siblings who seem like they are trying to do everything in their power to drive you crazy plays a major role...
April 21, 2020
They grew up with the internet and social media. They grew up watching Disney’s Hannah Montana and listening to up and coming pop artists, like Taylor Swift and Rihanna. They are Generation Z.
Generation...
April 4, 2020
As Coronavirus spreads across the country and world, governments have begun implementing quarantines for their citizens, strongly suggesting that non-essential people stay in self-isolation in hopes of...
March 27, 2020
Recently, the outbreak of COVID-19 has caused widespread panic among impacted nations globally. Within American borders, the virus has created major anxieties for citizens and has led to long lines of...
March 16, 2020
On Friday, March 13, 2020, Mansfield ISD tweeted out they would be extending Spring Break for 2 more weeks “to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus.” While the virus has caused widespread panic...
March 6, 2020
Recently, the topic of racism and discrimination has sparked major conversations within society. However, the idea of racism within a group or culture is deemed less important, and isn’t discussed. Colorism...
February 19, 2020
Lake Ridge High School is a school that strives for academic and athletic prowess. From the football team to the swim team, from the UIL teams to the debate team, success is not unknown regarding the...
February 7, 2020
January 26, 2020. The whole world seemingly grinded to a halt when news broke that NBA legend, Kobe Bryant, alongside eight other passengers, including his daughter, Gianna Bryant, died in a helicopter...
January 28, 2020
8-8. Eight wins and eight losses. The Dallas Cowboys season came to a close against the Philadelphia Eagles on December 22, 2019 with a 17-9 loss. The loss sparked major controversy as fans pleaded for...
January 17, 2020
With songs such as “Truth Hurts” and “Good as Hell” dominating the radio waves, Lizzo has become one of the most popular musicians of the past year. However, recently the singer has received some...
December 12, 2019
While some people recognize the day following Thanksgiving as Black Friday, a day for shopping the best deals for all the newest products, other recognize the day as the official start to the Christmas...
November 21, 2019
Thanksgiving is an annual holiday celebrated on the fourth Thursday of every November. The day is used to celebrate the blessings received in the past year. It is modeled after the first harvest in 1621...
November 8, 2019
To feel love and to be loved is an idea people yearn for the entirety of their lives. Whether it’s through meeting someone organically, through friends or through family, or via online sites and apps,...
October 15, 2019
Whether it be verbal harassment or physical abuse, bullying has been a long standing issue in the education system. While the result of bullying can lead to devastating, long term consequences such as...
September 20, 2019
A mentor. A father. A husband. A coach. Billy Smith was many things, never limited by a single label. He brought a positive light and happiness anywhere he walked, touching the hearts of everyone he came...
September 19, 2019
“Teen Hit by Car Crossing Street in Front of Lake Ridge High School” read the Channel 5 news' headline. September 6, 2019 was a frightening day for all those involved. Allegedly a freshman student...
August 29, 2019
36 to 30. Meaningless numbers in the game of life, but what is their value in the game of football? A couple touchdowns for each team and a couple more stops by each team. Was one team was better, or was...
May 10, 2019
As the clock ticks towards the end of their final year of high school, many seniors begin to set their minds on college and it’s unknown. Excitement, enthusiasm, and nerves bubble under the skin of the...
April 26, 2019
“Go to your room and leave your phone downstairs,” yelled your mom to your brother after he gave her his report card for the previous grading period. “You are not going out with friends for the rest...
April 17, 2019
As the points start to tally up, the Lake Ridge Eagle tennis team await anxiously for the final results to be announced. The main officials, after some time, come back with the winning school in mind....
April 15, 2019
As the announcer yells out for the next jumper, Jasmine Moore stares down the strip at the pit. She leans back, exhales, and takes off sprinting. Moore bounds to the line and jumps farther into the sand-filled...
March 28, 2019
With today’s media swamped with controversies ranging from gun violence and gun control to climate change and global warming, many opinions fly around regarding the contentious topics. While many said...
March 22, 2019
Sprinting full speed ahead toward the goal, the opposing team's forward sets her sights in the top right corner of the goal. Freshman goalkeeper, Bella Avitia, steps off her goal line in an attempt to...
March 1, 2019
"Hello everyone and welcome back to the vlog!" People across the globe live their lives in front of a camera in hopes of becoming ‘YouTube famous.’ If you are of the select few that are lucky enough...
February 11, 2019
As the seconds count down on the clock, the opponent bounces the ball down onto the hard, concrete ground. The small, neon, yellow ball is thrown into the air. The Lake Ridge tennis player keeps their...
February 1, 2019
As the announcer yells out for the next jumper, Jasmine Moore stares down the strip at the pit. She leans back, exhales, and takes off sprinting. Moore bounds to the line and jumps farther into the sand-filled...
January 22, 2019
As the athletes run down the court, the voices of players yelling out to the point guard to pass them the ball echoes through the gym. The point guard completes a chest pass to the power forward and the...
December 14, 2018
With finals just around the corner, it is time to figure out how to prepare. After all, the final exams are worth 20 percent of your grade for the class. So for those newcomers that have yet to take those...
December 6, 2018
Do you know how to calculate your taxes? Do you know how to finance a car? How about how to apply for a mortgage to buy your home? High school teaches a variety of important subjects including, English,...
November 6, 2018
As United States citizens it is our duty to vote, our responsibility to decide our future, it is an obligation to determine who will best listen to our voices and decide to act in our favor, not for the...
October 19, 2018
Anthony Michael Hall's character in The Breakfast Club explained it in an almost timeless manner: “You see us as a brain, an athlete, a basket case, a princess, and a criminal.” Stereotypes have...
September 27, 2018
As the sound of the pistol goes off and rings through the air, the runners take off, elbowing past one another trying to get an early lead. Cross Country is a five mile trek across a rocky terrain, full...
September 21, 2018
We have spirit, yes we do. We have spirit, how ‘bout you? From football games and pep rallies to team clap outs and school spirit dress up days, Lake Ridge definitely has some pep in their step. A new...
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