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REMEMBERING MS. FRANKS  A photo taken of Franks before her illness progressed to the point that she could no longer teach.  Photo courtesy of Roya Dinbali.

Beloved Biology Teacher Leaves Lasting Legacy

Heidi Nicholas, Co Editor February 3, 2025

In October, Nacogdoches ISD lost a beloved educator, Jody Franks, after a year-long battle with a brain tumor. She was diagnosed with a glioma in September 2023 and began treatment immediately. “I never...

SPARKS FLY, SPIRIT SOARS The NISD emblem is still visible during the bonfire for the NHS class of 2020.  Photo courtesy of Roya Dinbali

Emotional Embers

DeLayna Adams, Co Editor February 3, 2025

Along with the crackle of the fire, bits and pieces of conversation can be heard throughout the night. A burnt orange fire is a light source that glows on the giant group of people who rely on it to see...

GRINCHING IT UP  Dragonettes appear on stage with the Grinch at the Christmas Show.  Photo courtesy of Andi Howell

Spirited Traditions

Lilli Nicholas, Reporter February 3, 2025

The lights go off as the crowd eagerly awaits. The music plays and the NHS Dragonettes dance onstage in glittering costumes. The moment they've been preparing for months for has come. Christmas shows are...

Lucy the Poodle, in her new home after being on the run for nearly a week.

Let’s Talk About Lucy

Rees Runnels, Arts and Entertainment Reporter September 20, 2024

A lovable redhead named Lucy does anything to escape going to see the doctor, runs away with the entire town in pursuit, and is finally lured back to the doctor’s office by a gourmet steak dinner. Sounds...

Image of William Shakespeare, author of the play "Macbeth."

The ‘M’ Word

Rees Runnels, Arts and Entertainment Reporter April 5, 2024

If you know any theater kids, you probably know how superstitious they are. Between knocking on wood, avoiding whistling near the theater, or not saying certain words, thespians are known for their suspicion...

Japanese students of the Sister City Exchange Program visit Mrs. Jaramillo's AP Seminar Class on October 11th.

Japanese Exchange Students Experience Local Hospitality

Jean Choi, Reporter October 20, 2023

It’s the time of year when groups of international students make their way to local high schools, traversing oceans and continents to continue their studies. Most students take a 15-minute drive to school,...

Officer Clifford Adams is the JROTC instructor at NHS for the 2023-2024 school year.

Cadets Make a Comeback

DeLayna Adams, Co Editor September 7, 2023

In the silence of the room, all you hear are the loud, unison-filled sounds of coyote brown military-issued boots as they obey each and every command. All that is seen is the sharp and pristine uniforms...

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