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Director of the upcoming "The Classic" tournament, Richard Ensor, stands with the trophy for the champion of the tournament.
Viking Hall tournament takes on a new name after leaving partnership with Arby’s
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
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
Simon Hutchinson (right) and Cayden Williams (left) during swim practice.
Aquavikes fill the bucket with two whooping state qualifications
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
Members of the golf team practicing after school.
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Jimmy Carter at the 2014 Civil Rights Summit at the LBJ Presidential Library.
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Principal Kim Kirk working at her desk.
Principal’s Leadership Council promotes involvement and kindness amongst all student
Director of the upcoming "The Classic" tournament, Richard Ensor, stands with the trophy for the champion of the tournament.
Viking Hall tournament takes on a new name after leaving partnership with Arby’s
Counselor Whitney Singleton is available to help with the entire college enrollment process.
Sessions with Singleton: Facts about FAFSA and how to get the best financial aid for your needs
Interact members write letters to pack in their Christmas boxes.
Christmas charities light up the holidays
Kiya Hudson serenades the crowd with a rendition of "Memory" from Cats, the Musical.
Theater Arts Showcases the talent of a fully student-led production
Principal Kim Kirk working at her desk.
Principal’s Leadership Council promotes involvement and kindness amongst all student
Book Club leader, Arabella Taylor, and member, Killian Laoo, enjoying the joys of reading together.
Book Club leads a Reading Renaissance
Leaders Keira Conner and Abigail Waldorf welcome new members to the first First Priority meeting of the school year.
Faith Comes First: First Priority Club
The ROV, an underwater robot, that was built by the 2023-2024 THS Robotics Team.
Robotics builds new robot – and new team
Squad members Lily Hughes, Lydia Henson, Mikayla Boldt, and Maddie Boldt after practice
Firecracker Squad: Igniting school spirit through inclusivity
Interact members Jose and Ananda discussing their ideas for the club.
International plus action equals Interact Club
For students who don't want to pay the admission fee, they're able to bring a $5 toy to donate for those in need.
Upcoming winter homecoming dance emphasizes comfort and inclusion
Senior scare actor Alexa Henard, Ringmaster of the Mighty Viking Players' Haunted Halls, said, "I love screaming at little kids."
Mighty Viking Players transform campus into Halloween haven for Haunted Halls fundraiser
Freshman Carlie Harmon (left) and her older sister, senior Aubrie Harmon (right), both won Homecoming Princess for their grades.
Vikings scoop ‘The Coop’ and crown royalty in annual homecoming festivities
Counselor Whitney Singleton is available to help with the entire college enrollment process.
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Morelock educates his AP Human Geography class on the distribution of humans and the diffusion of culture.
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Jenna Reecher places 15th at the cross country state meet, earning a spot on the podium.
Junior Jenna Reecher qualifies for state her third year in a row
Junior Victoria Harman and her boyfriend, Josh Fine, celebrate the holiday season with beloved traditions. One of these traditions, Hanukkah, the “Festival of Lights,” falls on a different date each year; this year, it starts on Dec. 25th and lasts until Jan. 2nd, 2025.
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The substance looks faintly like smooshed ravioli, flattened on the walkway heading towards the front doors of the school.
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Senior Cora Tolbert takes a mental health break, supported by ambient mood lighting, in the guidance office's Recharge Room.
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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
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Long a Wicked fan, Marlee attended the show on Broadway in New York in December 2022.
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Athletes can stay motivated through their break by setting goals for themselves. Goals can help people adapt to new skills or deepen others before their return. Athletes should rest up, but also remember that staying motivated is important in the journey to success.
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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.
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Jenna Reecher places 15th at the cross country state meet, earning a spot on the podium.
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Junior Victoria Harman and her boyfriend, Josh Fine, celebrate the holiday season with beloved traditions. One of these traditions, Hanukkah, the “Festival of Lights,” falls on a different date each year; this year, it starts on Dec. 25th and lasts until Jan. 2nd, 2025.
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Lottie Boyles, Features Editor | December 18, 2024
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Director of the upcoming "The Classic" tournament, Richard Ensor, stands with the trophy for the champion of the tournament.
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Lily Hughes, Business & Engagement Manager | December 19, 2024
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, Staff Writer | November 19, 2024
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
Simon Hutchinson (right) and Cayden Williams (left) during swim practice.
Aquavikes fill the bucket with two whooping state qualifications
Lily Chen, Staff Writer | November 6, 2024
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
Members of the golf team practicing after school.
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Lottie Boyles and Nancy Smith | September 26, 2024
Drum Major Kaydin Quales conducts the band during half time. Photo by Kayden Adams.
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Kayden Adams, Opinion Editor | September 25, 2024
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Morelock educates his AP Human Geography class on the distribution of humans and the diffusion of culture.
Brad Morelock: Teacher—and Dad—of the year
Haley Kiser, Staff Writer | December 19, 2024
Jenna Reecher places 15th at the cross country state meet, earning a spot on the podium.
Junior Jenna Reecher qualifies for state her third year in a row
Lily Hughes, Business & Engagement Manager | December 18, 2024
Junior Victoria Harman and her boyfriend, Josh Fine, celebrate the holiday season with beloved traditions. One of these traditions, Hanukkah, the “Festival of Lights,” falls on a different date each year; this year, it starts on Dec. 25th and lasts until Jan. 2nd, 2025.
Traditions that warm the winter season: from menorahs to yule logs
Lottie Boyles, Lily Chen, and Nancy Smith | December 18, 2024
The substance looks faintly like smooshed ravioli, flattened on the walkway heading towards the front doors of the school.
Mysterious and hearty substance on stairs leading from lower teacher parking lot finally identified
Anna Grace Hodges, Staff Writer | November 25, 2024
Senior Cora Tolbert takes a mental health break, supported by ambient mood lighting, in the guidance office's Recharge Room.
Beyond the stigma and past the shirts: Recharge room supports student mental health
Kayden Adams, Opinion Editor | November 25, 2024
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, Staff Writer | November 19, 2024
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
Jingle's important job as the "Director of Cuddles" comes with a fancy nameplate. (Rebecca House)
Always a friend: Therapy dog-in-training, Jingle
Nancy Smith, Kayden Adams, and Lottie Boyles | October 28, 2024
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
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Fall, Summer, Forest image. Free for use.
Marlee’s Quiz Corner: What season are you?
Marlee Fleming, Entertainment Co-Editor and Social Media Co-Manager | January 21, 2025
The 10 Best Albums of 2024
The 10 Best Albums of 2024
The Maroon and White Staff | December 31, 2024
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Which “Top 10 Best Album of 2024” Are You?
Marlee Fleming, Entertainment Co-Editor and Social Media Co-Manager | December 30, 2024
Dedicate time to both parties, date nights on Sundays and girl's night out on Fridays. Make sure you’re upholding communication with your people because they want to hear from you!
Miss Know It All: What is the single most important mentality to keep throughout life?
Miss Know It All | December 19, 2024
To live for the hope of it all" | Taylor Swift twirls around during her song "August," which takes place during the Folklore set of the tour
“Make the friendship bracelets, take the moment and taste it”: Why The Eras Tour took over the world
Hayden Arnett and Marlee Fleming | December 19, 2024
Music can and is literature when written by a modern poet, like the cathartic moody singer Adrianne Lenker (The New York Times).
Legitimate Literature—music as verse: Adrianne Lenker writes and sings love
Kayden Adams, Opinion Editor | December 19, 2024
More than Mundane (Comic)
More than Mundane (Comic)
Nancy Smith, Entertainment Co-Editor and Social Media Co-Manager | December 19, 2024
Christmas market, Christmas stand, Sale image.
Marlee’s Quiz Corner: Which Christmas character are you?
December 19, 2024
2024 Holiday gift giving guide
2024 Holiday gift giving guide
Anna Grace Hodges and Lydia Teri | December 19, 2024
BandAid members George Michael (left), Sting (middle), and Bono (right) rehearsing before the Feed The World fundraiser / iStock
“Do They Know It’s Christmas?” A Closer Look at the Controversy Behind Band Aid’s Charity Anthem
Anna Grace Hodges, Staff Writer | December 19, 2024