Bah! Luv-bug!
February 12, 2010 • written by Margaret Cross
Filed under Opinions
A room the color of the reddest roses. Candles sputtering faintly in the dimming twilight. A table for two decked out with beautiful china and mouthwatering food and delicacies. The perfect setting for a romantic Valentine’s Day meal. Only guess what? It’s not for you! Many people fail... Read more »
New schedule: not so bad after all?
February 12, 2010 • written by Lauren Haley
Filed under Opinions
Lately students and teachers have been hearing a lot of rumors concerning next year’s schedule. Luckily, The Panther’s Prey’s own Jessica Ferrell cleared up the rumors up in her “6+1=7, right?” article. Next year, the bell schedule will not change. All students will still... Read more »
Love fills the air, but boring gifts get you nowhere
February 12, 2010 • written by Jessica Ferrell
Filed under Features
In case that blood-red aisle in the grocery store hasn’t given it away, Valentine’s Day is here (again). With this day, of course, come the three most popular gifts: cards, flowers, and chocolates. These standard, overrated presents do not allow buyers to show neither effort nor creativity... Read more »
CD Review: V.V Brown exhibits 50′s retro glam on debut album
February 12, 2010 • written by Macy Linton
Filed under Reviews
As if the world didn’t have enough tall, gorgeous British songstresses with beautiful voices, here comes another one. When it comes to the business of being famous, V.V Brown is like a kid in a candy shop, grabbing at a little bit of everything and stuffing it in her pockets for later. Not that... Read more »
Fashion history repeats itself
February 12, 2010 • written by Ashley Fowler
Filed under Features
Emilio Pucci, Manolo Blahnik, Dolce & Gabbana and Vera Wang are all fashion designers who have been made famous by the celebrities who wear their designs. Each year, as the seasons change, they create new looks that more affordable clothing lines incorporate into their line up. This year, while creating... Read more »
News Brief: Griffin gets spotlight
February 12, 2010 • written by Kimberly West
Filed under News in Brief
Science teacher Lorraine Griffin was awarded the title of Mid-South Teacher of the Week by Channel 3 News. According to her students, she was nominated for her ability to make a difficult subject easy and for the close bond she shares with her students. Channel 3 reporter Tim Simpson and a camera crew... Read more »
Make-up snow days might melt summer
February 12, 2010 • written by Jessica Ferrell
Filed under News
Frosty the Snowman might have been a jolly happy soul, but he melted before he had the chance to go back to school. This past Monday was Snow Day #5 for the Shelby County School system, and while most students (especially seniors) jumped with joy, others worried about having to make up for these days. Though... Read more »
CD Review: Solo Jonas Brother falls flat
February 12, 2010 • written by Macy Linton
Filed under Reviews
This just in: Whiny teen musician hooks up with legendary pop band from a decade ago and forms a band obsessed not only with Bruce Springsteen, but also with the White House. Confusing? Yeah. In other words: Nick Jonas hooks up with Prince’s backup band from the nineties and forms a group called “Nick... Read more »
Academic Team buzzes their way to victory
February 2, 2010 • written by Lauren Haley
Filed under News
What is the capital of Mongolia? Do you know? The Academic Team does. Every Sunday morning, News Channel 3 hosts their weekly Knowledge Bowl (K-Bowl), a game show competition for high schools. The Panthers will take over the buzzer against Houston High School at 9:00 a.m. on February 20. Although it... Read more »
Irresponsible parents encourage teen drinking
February 2, 2010 • written by Margaret Cross
Filed under Features
“If we’re old enough to serve in the army, we should be old enough to drink alcohol.” “We used to be allowed to drink as soon as we turned 18. Why can’t it be like it was?” “All my friends’ parents let them drink! Why won’t you let me?” Occasionally, teenagers will complain to their... Read more »