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Simon Hutchinson warms up before practice by swimming laps in the pool.
Junior Simon Hutchinson steps into role of a two-time state qualifier for swim and dive teams
Lily Chen, Layout Editor | November 19, 2024

He slaps his thighs and gets on the block. ‘Beep!’ The silence is pierced. The rush of air envelopes his body as he jumps and makes contact with the...

Trump’s triumph: The former President becomes the President-elect as he’s on pace to surpass 300 electoral votes
Trump’s triumph: The former President becomes the President-elect as he’s on pace to surpass 300 electoral votes
Aiden Smith, News Editor | November 6, 2024

Former President Donald Trump has completed his political comeback mission, defeating Vice President Kamala Harris...

Simon Hutchinson (right) and Cayden Williams (left) during swim practice.
Aquavikes fill the bucket with two whooping state qualifications
Lily Chen, Layout Editor | November 6, 2024

On October 22nd, 2024, the swim team dove into the season as they held their first meet at home against Science...

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The Cross Country team stands together after running at the state meet in Hendersonville, Tennessee. 

Pictured from left to right: Coach Frankie Nunn, Carter Romans, Ryder Poole, Noah Broglio, Jenna Reecher, Ryan Fish, Andrew Sells, Jude Childress,  Connor Broglio, Gavin Lamie.
Cross country team competes at state meet in Hendersonville
Lily Hughes, Lottie Boyles, Nancy Smith, and Anna Grace Hodges | November 15, 2024

After countless hours of practicing and competing at numerous meets, the Tennessee High Boys Varsity...

Sophomore Alisa Moha sits on a bench in front of Tennessee High in Bristol, Tennessee, and reflects on her homeland of the Ukraine.  Her poem, "In the Soul of Wheat and Freedom," reflects her pride as a Ukrainian and her desire to bring hope to her fellow Ukrainians around the world.
“In the Soul of Wheat and Freedom”
Alisa Moha, Guest Contributor | November 7, 2024

In October, we published "Nature and home-cooked means enable Ukrainian Alisa Moha to find comfort in...

Trump’s triumph: The former President becomes the President-elect as he’s on pace to surpass 300 electoral votes
Trump’s triumph: The former President becomes the President-elect as he’s on pace to surpass 300 electoral votes
Aiden Smith, News Editor | November 6, 2024

Former President Donald Trump has completed his political comeback mission, defeating Vice President...

Simon Hutchinson (right) and Cayden Williams (left) during swim practice.
Aquavikes fill the bucket with two whooping state qualifications
Lily Chen, Layout Editor | November 6, 2024

On October 22nd, 2024, the swim team dove into the season as they held their first meet at home against...

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CTE welding instructor Jeff Simcox welds an example for class.  Simcox also recently published a book of historical fiction titled My Father's Place inspired by his experiences hiking through the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Jeff Simcox: Welder by trade, storyteller by choice
Anna Grace Hodges, Senior Staff
While Assistant Principal Jeremy Humphrey spends some of his day standing (not sitting) behind his desk, his favorite part of the day is getting out of the office and into classrooms around the building.
New Assistant Principal Jeremy Humphrey strives to “make his students feel understood and represented, no matter their situation”
Marlee Fleming, Entertainment Editor
Aniston Barnette at her "Queen of Hearts" fashion show.
Queen of Hearts’ Aniston Barnette raises money and awareness of heart disease
Lily Hughes, Sports Editor, Business Manager
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2024 Election Results:

47.5%
Kamala Harris
51%
Donald Trump

Data Source: Associated Press, November 6, 2024

Current Tennessee High School Poll:

48.6%
Kamala Harris
49.5%
Donald Trump
1.4%
Others (Third parties, independents, write-in)

Data Source: Maroon and White Polling, Oct. 15 - Nov. 6, 2024

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Before she was the youngest inductee in the BTCS Athletic Hall of Fame, Courtney McDaniel, who graduated in 2000, held multiple records for basketball. She is pictured here standing beside her supporters. (Courtesy of Courtney McDaniel)
Courtney McDaniel: From neighborhood courts to Viking Hall history
Lydia Teri, Staff Writer
Alisa Moha (very left) pictured with her grandparents as well as her brother.
Nature and home-cooked meals enable Ukrainian Alisa Moha to find comfort in her new life
Lily Chen, Layout Editor
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The Cross Country team stands together after running at the state meet in Hendersonville, Tennessee. 

Pictured from left to right: Coach Frankie Nunn, Carter Romans, Ryder Poole, Noah Broglio, Jenna Reecher, Ryan Fish, Andrew Sells, Jude Childress,  Connor Broglio, Gavin Lamie.
Cross country team competes at state meet in Hendersonville
Lily Hughes, Lottie Boyles, Nancy Smith, and Anna Grace Hodges | November 15, 2024

After countless hours of practicing and competing at numerous meets, the Tennessee High Boys Varsity...

Simon Hutchinson (right) and Cayden Williams (left) during swim practice.
Aquavikes fill the bucket with two whooping state qualifications
Lily Chen, Layout Editor | November 6, 2024

On October 22nd, 2024, the swim team dove into the season as they held their first meet at home against...

The Lady Vikings huddled around after winning the District Championship qualifier game on October 9th.
Lady Viking soccer heads to state, anticipates win over the Brighton Cardinals
Hayden Arnett, Editor-in-Chief | October 22, 2024

After a successful season, the Lady Viking soccer team is headed to state tomorrow to play against the...

Members of the golf team practicing after school.
“FORE!” generations: How family ties drive the golf team
Lottie Boyles and Nancy Smith | September 26, 2024

From generation to generation, a love of golf and the camaraderie that comes with it contributes to the...

Drum Major Kaydin Quales conducts the band during half time. Photo by Kayden Adams.
A journey through sound: How the Mighty Viking Band’s competition show helps an angel rise again
Kayden Adams, Staff Writer | September 25, 2024

Falling leaves and football signal the beauty of the shifting season. The band is following suit with...

Nila Proffitt searches for her teammates from the sideline as she prepares to throw the ball.
Lady Viking soccer team climbs to the top with the help of new coach Hunter Meade
Lydia Teri, Staff Writer | September 25, 2024

Roaring cheers and referee’s whistles fill the Stone Castle as the Lady Viking soccer team competes....

After scoring, the Vikings jump in the air with excitement / Photo by Hayden Arnett
Vikings and Patriots wage war over Weaver Pike
Haley Kiser and Anna Grace Hodges | September 23, 2024

On August 30th, the roars from the visitor’s side of the Stone Castle were deafening. But from the...

Kara Gobble dances jovially to "Come Together." during the half time performance.
Color Guard ‘Comes Together’ through “electrifying” Beatles-themed halftime performance
Hayden Arnett, Editor-in-Chief | September 18, 2024

Lining up in front of the 40 yard line, Kynzee Davis peers out into the Stone Castle crowd and counts...

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Before she was the youngest inductee in the BTCS Athletic Hall of Fame, Courtney McDaniel, who graduated in 2000, held multiple records for basketball. She is pictured here standing beside her supporters. (Courtesy of Courtney McDaniel)
Courtney McDaniel: From neighborhood courts to Viking Hall history
Lydia Teri, Staff Writer | October 25, 2024

She played 101 games for the Lady Vols basketball team under the coaching of the legendary Pat Summitt....

CTE welding instructor Jeff Simcox welds an example for class.  Simcox also recently published a book of historical fiction titled My Father's Place inspired by his experiences hiking through the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Jeff Simcox: Welder by trade, storyteller by choice
Anna Grace Hodges, Senior Staff | October 23, 2024

Obscured by a dark mask and hot sparks, Jeff Simcox teaches another student how to successfully weld....

Moses Ong rehearses for the Chorus.
Freshman baritone Moses Ong strives for superb musical performances
Aiden Smith, News Editor | October 22, 2024

Freshman baritone Moses Ong takes pride in creating the best chorus product possible. No matter the tediousness...

While Assistant Principal Jeremy Humphrey spends some of his day standing (not sitting) behind his desk, his favorite part of the day is getting out of the office and into classrooms around the building.
New Assistant Principal Jeremy Humphrey strives to “make his students feel understood and represented, no matter their situation”
Marlee Fleming, Entertainment Editor | October 21, 2024

The sound of keys rattling in the door are heard in the classroom. The door opens and a bright smile...

Bryant Rife observing the mural located in the Art hallway.
Bryant Rife: Seeing beyond barriers
Nancy Smith, Social Media Manager | October 21, 2024

The sun rises, and the bursts of purples, streams of pinks, and the gleam of yellow, cascade over the...

Jacob Boyd walking the runway during New York Fashion week.
Lights, Camera, Fashion: Junior Jacob Boyd Models in NYC
Haley Kiser, Features Editor | October 18, 2024

Junior Jacob Boyd is dressed in one designer: The Box Method. Waiting to step into the lights. Waiting...

SRO Officer Aaron Colley speaking with sophomore Averie Cuddy.
SRO Officer Aaron Colley supports student safety through empathy and compassion
Lottie Boyles, Assistant Features Editor | October 18, 2024

From patrolling the halls to being a beacon of safety and support, Officer Aaron Colley embodies dedication...

Class Portraits of the 1984-85 band hanging on the walls outside the band room.
Mighty Viking Band, Class of 1985, were more than her peers
Hayden Arnett, Editor-in-Chief | October 18, 2024

Outside of the band room, hung on beige cinder block walls, is a gold picture frame collecting 40 years...

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