A gamers life(s): 1 up!
December 4, 2012 • Robert Walker, staff writer
Filed under Blogs, Uncategorized, Voices
When I tell people that I’m a gamer, they think, “He is some loser that wastes his time on something that won’t help him in life.” They don’t realize that there is much more to it. Video games offer many benefits. Perhaps the biggest thing I look for is a challenge. Games... Read more »
My Marine biography: This is how I do it
November 12, 2012 • Jeffery Ohmes, staff writer
Filed under Blogs
Photo by: Brian Taylor It all started when I was about five or six. I have always wanted to be in the military, and then I saw a commercial about the Marines and said “That’s it! That’s what I want to do.” Honestly it feels like a huge responsibility, but it is so legitimately awesome that it’s... Read more »
Car of fear: A student’s perception of the dreaded driver’s test
March 6, 2012 • Garrett Spencer, guest writer
Filed under Guests, Voices
I hate it! I just want to leave the jail cell behind this steering wheel, but I was trapped like a bison on a cliff with Indians attacking. I slowly turned the key in the ignition, and my heart jumped out of my chest when the engine started. My soul was struck by fear. I was driving in the parking lot... Read more »
The night I was a celebrity
December 13, 2011 • Jeff Hankins, staff writer
Filed under Blogs
(Editor’s Note: With a goal of giving sick kids an enjoyable experience, several groups created an event, Night of SuperStars, and senior, Jeffrey Hankins, was able to participate. Hankins is dealing with cancer while attending school. Those groups were Wipe Out Kids’ Cancer, Cook Children’s... Read more »
Why you should volunteer
December 12, 2011 • Robert Walker, staff writer
Filed under Editorials, News
Have you ever thought of volunteering? It is a great way to give back to the community and even the world. No matter the activity, any amount of volunteering can better your community. It can be beneficial to you, too. It can give you experience in a job field that you are interested in joining later... Read more »
Concussion changes life for a while
November 10, 2011 • Dustin Smith, staff writer
Filed under Voices
(Editor’s Note: Governor Rick Perry signed House Bill 2038, Natasha’s Law, into action beginning this school year. The law implemented specific rules about dealing with concussions received at school.) In the junior varsity football game against Monahans, I went to cut (which is where you... Read more »
Where to go on All Hallow’s Eve
October 21, 2011 • Lena McPeters, staff writer
Filed under Entertainment, Fun, News, Voices
Making plans, buying costumes, and getting ready for Halloween can be fun. Here is a list of events, costumes, and places to be for Halloween of 2011. The Midland Police Department has set the Trick-or-Treat times as Sunday night 6 to 8 p.m. Halloween Places To Be: There’s all new events for Halloween... Read more »
Standing in my dad’s shadow – it can get dark in here
January 16, 2011 • Sam Partin, staff writer
Filed under Blogs
It’s safe to say I’m just like every other cop’s kid. Being a part of the environment I grew up in is far from a bad thing. I’m not out of my comfort zone at 0430 hundred hours running down the highway to work out — it’s a good time to enjoy the solace. My dad,... Read more »
‘Tis the season to be stylish
December 20, 2010 • Jessica Zarate, staff writer
Filed under Blogs, Student Life, Voices
Walking down the mall this past week, I’ve been seeing many people wearing trends from UGG boots to knee-high boots – and this is just talking about shoes! There are many staple fashions for the fall/winter seasons which include net hats, skinny jeans, big jackets, sweater dresses,... Read more »
Make-A-Wish foundation is worthy of support
November 18, 2010 • Sarah, staff writer
Filed under Editorials, Voices
Make-A-Wish Foundation is a great organization to get involved with. It helps many kids with terminal illnesses who do not get the chance to do the things they enjoy because most families do not have the money to pay for treatment and a trip or a wish for their child. Make-A-Wish will... Read more »
