News Brief: Memphis in May returns
April 26, 2010 • written by Jessica Ferrell
Filed under News in Brief
The 33rd annual Memphis in May International Festival kicks off the month with the Beale Street Music Festival on April 30. Four stages will be filled with over 60 musical artists, including Mutemath, Colbie Caillat, Goo Goo Dolls, The B-52s, Boys Like Girls, and 3 Doors Down. Tickets purchased at the... Read more »
Customers mellow out at Collierville restaurant
April 26, 2010 • written by Jessica Ferrell
Filed under Reviews
“Imagine” a magical place. A “Stairway to Heaven” of some sort. A place that will keep you “Stayin’ Alive.” A restaurant filled with food that gives you “Good Vibrations.” Not just “Yesterday” but everyday. Near the intersection of Forest... Read more »
A “big” problem overcomes America
April 26, 2010 • written by Jessica Ferrell
Filed under featured, News
Eating is a part of everyday life, but how much is too much? Obesity is a growing problem in America (no pun intended). When a person has a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or greater, he or she is considered to be obese. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the rate of obesity... Read more »
News Brief: Out with the dogs, in with the fashion
April 12, 2010 • written by Jessica Ferrell
Filed under News in Brief
Instead of holding its annual dog show, DECA has joined forces with FCCLA to plan a fashion show that will be held on April 22. Held in the auditorium, the show will begin at 7 p.m. Tickets cost $5 and will be sold during all lunches. The show will feature casual sportswear appropriate for spring.... Read more »
News Brief: National Honor Society inducts new members
April 12, 2010 • written by Jessica Ferrell
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Eleven new members will be inducted into the National Honor Society on Thursday, April 18 during 6th period in the auditorium. Currently, there are 27 members in the program, all of whom hold an A average and exhibit exceptional leadership qualities. Janice Wynne and Scarlett Haskins, sponsors of the... Read more »
News Brief: Fourth and fifth Academic All-Stars from BHS
April 12, 2010 • written by Jessica Ferrell
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Seniors Davis Nguyen and Clay Hillyard are the most recent BHS students to receive the Academic All-Star honor from The Commercial Appeal. Carrying a 4.19 weighted GPA, Nguyen is enrolled in a number of AP and honors courses. As president of his church youth group and a member of Mu Alpha Theta, Nguyen... Read more »
News Brief: Forensics cleans out the competition
April 12, 2010 • written by Jessica Ferrell
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Forensics club members Toshya Leonard, Linda Johnson, AJ Byrd, and Josh Ferrell will perform in a state-wide competition in Maryville, TN on April 17-18. Under the supervision of English teacher and club sponsor Virginia Hall, these students will compete in categories such as Solo Acting, Congress, and... Read more »
Point/Counterpoint: Is prom overrated or worth the trouble?
April 12, 2010 • written by Jessica Ferrell and Laura Sledge
Filed under Opinions
Prom equals the bomb.com by Jessica Ferrell Many people scoff at the idea of going to prom. Some think it is too expensive, overrated, and just down right pointless. But if dances are not a big deal, why did Cinderella go to all that trouble? There is little difference between her ball and a high school... Read more »
Sugar addicts unite
April 12, 2010 • written by Jessica Ferrell
Filed under Features
Sugar addiction, though not as life-threatening as alcohol addiction, is a very prominent problem among teenagers. Candy, soda, cake, cookies, ice cream–you name it–seem to be the snack of choice for teens. “In my house, you eat what you want to eat,” senior Charlotte Joure said.... Read more »
Baseball returns in full swing
March 26, 2010 • written by Margaret Cross and Jessica Ferrell
Filed under Sports
In the 2009 baseball season, the Bartlett Panthers created an awe-inspiring standard: They became district and regional champions and rose to become the fourth best baseball team in the entire state of Tennessee. Off to a good start, the team won their first district game against Raleigh Egypt this past... Read more »