Bond Returns Shaken, Not Stirred in Skyfall

By Richard Hernandez When you think James Bond odds are the first things that come to mind are fast cars, gorgeous women, action, fancy clothes, and a man on a mission. However, in Skyfall the Bond we see isn’t exactly the one we expect. Not saying it’s a bad thing. In the first half hour…

Black Friday: Holiday or Horror Day?

By Randee Schmitt Holidays are the time for family, the time for laughter, and the time for good cheer. But one ‘holiday’ is more of a horror day for some. What started out as a day of workers calling in “sick” to avoid having to work has evolved into a nightmarish day used to catch…

Wrestling Takes Down Competition

By Garrett Ashley and Andrew Brown Bright lights bear down from the ceiling and the only break in the reflection on floor is the mat in the center of the gym. This sight would not be unfamiliar to our wrestling team as they leave the locker room in anticipation of their first duel, against the…

Taken 2 Takes You for a Ride

By Ryan Stephens Liam Neeson blasts through some Turkish bad guys in his latest film, Taken 2, which came out October 5th. The story picks up where the original 2007 film left off with the villains seeking revenge on Liam Neeson’s character, Bryan Mills. This action packed adventure stars the aforementioned Liam Neeson, Maggie Grace,…

“Cinderella” In a New Light

By Randee Schmitt Children and parents alike leave the theater with warm hearts and smiling faces as a beloved fairy tale is brought to life in a whole new light. The Madison Drama Department presents their take on the classic story “Cinderella” on Nov. 15 and 16 in the auditorium. With time working against him, Prince John (Carson…

The Rocking Dead

By Skyler Molina We’ve all seen zombie movies, whether they are about the love of killing brainless monsters, or the romantic love story secretly floating through the background. “The Walking Dead” has it all, the fighting, the intense love stories, the smashing of heads, and in complete detail with every single sub story. The thing…

FFA Booster Club Cooks Chili

By Raquel Bevien-Cervantes On Oct. 14, the FFA Booster Club hosted the annual chili cook-off after school at the AGG building along with their monthly meeting. This fun competition gives a chance to bring parents and students together as they eat a carnivorous meal. “The chili cook-off coincides with our regular FFA meeting,” agri-science magnet program…

Know-Shave November

By Garrett Ashley When Nov. 1 hits the halls of our school, it isn’t hard to tell. Most of us are thinking the same thing “No Shave November”. But most students don’t really understand the purpose of the event. To most, it’s just an excuse not to have to pull out the razor for a…

American Sign Language

By Kiara Broadnax Mavs’ American Sign Language class had the experience to meet and communicate with a deaf woman by the name of Azucena. It was a great way to bring a real life scenario to the classroom. “Meeting a deaf person helps break the ice so they are not as scared meeting a person…

Obama’s Hard Earned Victory

By Ryan Stephens The election season draws to a close. The hustle and bustle of campaign ads, relentless harassment of voters, and constant promise making all led up to Election Day. Finally, America and its electoral college get to decide who will be our next commander in chief, our next leader, and our next president….