“Sorry Wrong Number” dials a win with audience
November 28, 2011 • written by Alleigh Brown
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“Sorry, wrong number,” said the dark voice of Leona Stevenson’s killer over the phone as the lights go down and the play ends with her horrifying death. Jordan Dickerson, who portrayed Mrs. Stevenson, was a marvel, her screams leaving the crowd stunned for a moment in complete darkness before the... Read more »
NBA ends lockout- season starts on Christmas Day
November 28, 2011 • written by Sean Stanley
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Fans everywhere were excited to hear that there will be an NBA season after all because the lockout is over. Similar to the NFL lockout this past summer, the NBA’s lasted much longer and will consist of only 66 of the usual 82 games. Players and owners simply couldn’t agree on how to split the revenue.... Read more »
Nine wrestlers pin down awards
November 28, 2011 • written by Brett Clark
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Nine wrestlers placed in the Cordova Pre-season tournament November 18-19. Coach Hamilton expects Knox Strawn, Adrian Keeley, and Jacob Carter to go to state, as they did last year. “As of now, the wrestlers need to work on mental preparation, mental toughness, and balancing grades with wrestling,”... Read more »
Sean’s shopping tips for guys
November 22, 2011 • written by Sean Stanley
Filed under Opinions
Hey guys! Ever had problems deciding what to get someone for Christmas? Here are my 10 shopping tips for people like us. Now, I’m not an expert shopper. In fact, I hate shopping. I don’t “shop,” don’t really browse, just go and get what I need. Shop like Sean! 1. Just ask them, then... Read more »
Mix-It-Up Day brings songs, dancing
November 22, 2011 • written by Destiny James and Alleigh Brown
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Students danced around the cafeteria close to the blaring speakers as they celebrated Mix-It-Up Day on Friday, November 18th. “It’s a good way for students to meet each other, get to know each other, and get along,” said Tammy Louie, junior. Mix-It-Up Day got students to mingle outside of their... Read more »
Anti-Bullying Week shows true colors
November 22, 2011 • written by Ashley Stovall with Brett Clark
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Students spoke out and took a stand against bullying during “Anti-bullying week.” Sponsored by Shanika Moore, Prevention Counselor, and the Big Brother/Big Sister club, this successful week drew enthusiastic help and support from the student body. Similar to “Homecoming Week,” everyday highlighted... Read more »
Record Season for Volleyball Team
November 21, 2011 • written by Brett Clark
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The last time the Panther volleyball team won both the district and regional tournaments was in 2008, until this season that is. The Lady Panthers beat Millington 3-0 in the district semi-finals and Arlington 3-1 in the district finals. Brighton fell to BHS 3-0 in the regional semi-finals, and Munford... Read more »
Juniors and Seniors Field Trip
November 9, 2011
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Tuesday october 11th, juniors and seniors went on a field trip to Play House on the Square. The juniors went and saw the play called Gem On The Ocean, some said the play was tiring in the first and second act but after that it was very exciting and the actors had them on the edge of their seats and they... Read more »
Bartlett’s season ends with a win yet don’t qualify for state playoffs
November 4, 2011 • written by Sean Stanley
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Bartlett ended the 2011 season with a 23-20 overtime win over the Craigmont Chiefs. Junior, Josh Hall scored twice in the game, while Junior, Damecio Ewing had over 100 total yards of offense. In overtime, Craigmont missed both of their field goal attempts while Bartlett missed the first as well but... Read more »
Shoneisha Myers joins English Department
November 3, 2011
Filed under Features
“I love the family atmosphere and the faculty,” said Shoneisha Myers, new freshman English teacher, who feels welcomed here at BHS. Myers was born in Nashville, graduated from the University of Memphis with a B.A. in journalism and an M.A. in teaching, and logged 5 years at Collierville High School. “My... Read more »