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Shelton and Yearbook Club Awarded Again
Technology education teacher Sara Shelton and her yearbook team had another great year of journalistic success in 2011. Their yearbook, for the fourth time, was awarded second place from the Columbia Scholastic Press, second place from the National Scholastic Press, and first place and Outstanding Special Edition from the American Scholastic Press. The Columbia Scholastic Press […]
Easter Holiday a Celebration of More Mere Christianity
March 30, 2012 by thetigertimes1
Paganism and fertility are two things most people do not associate with the “Easter Bunny,” the legendary rabbit who brings colorful eggs filled with sweets to children on Easter Sunday. Easter, as most know, is the Christian celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, which begs the question…What does a rabbit with a basket full […]
Simmeria Hires New Head Chef
March 29, 2012 by thetigertimes
Thinking about taking your significant other out to dinner? Are you going out to lunch with a group of friends? If so, Fleetwood’s Simmeria restaurant may be the right place for you, especially because of its new chef who is bringing some fresh items to the Spring menu. Chef Albert Sinisi started as food stylist […]
Cortazzo Defends Invisible Children and Kony 2012
March 29, 2012 by thetigertimes1
Joseph Kony. Who is he? Where did he come from? What does this “Kony 2012” movement mean? What has this man done to generate such popularity? Joseph Kony is the head of the group called the LRA (Lord’s Resistance Army). The LRA is a group made of radical theologians who force their ideals upon the […]
Favorite Ice Cream a Good Indicator of Personality
March 28, 2012 by thetigertimes
Many enjoy the creamy, cold taste of ice cream–unless they are lactose intolerant. People have their favorite or usuals, the flavor they always get or crave. But have you ever considered that your favorite flavor of frozen dairy also explains your personality? If you like Vanilla… You’re a straightforward person without much personal flair, but […]
Fleetwood NHS Members Inducted
March 28, 2012 by thetigertimes1
On the 29 February at half past six, Fleetwood inducted it’s new class of National Honor Society members. The night started off with the women’s chorus, led by music teacher Catharine Williamson, singing the national anthem. Before the new members were inducted, NHS advisor and FAHS English teacher Debra Mahnken gave all the seniors their pins and […]
Misa’s Fugue Featured in Student Filmmakers Magazine
March 27, 2012 by thetigertimes
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Hidden Rap Gems Make Way in Music Industry
March 27, 2012 by thetigertimes4
It’s common knowledge that making it in the music industry is difficult. Thousands of hopefuls pursue their dreams of making it as a famous musician, but most of these dreamers never find the limelight. This generalization is especially true in the rap industry. Many aspiring artists don’t ever make it in music because they lack […]
Random Profile: Mark Yocum
March 27, 2012 by thetigertimes4
Q.What are you going to miss most about high school? A. Friends. Q. What are you involved with at school? A. Nothing really. Q. What are some of your favorite activities to do outside of school? A. Hangout with friends. also i like to listen to music Q.What do you plan on doing after high […]
Censorship Stirs Controversy in School Districts
March 26, 2012 by thetigertimes4
Censorship is something that constantly pervades our society, but when is it truly necessary? Something that often stirs up controversy is when a book is either censored or simply banned in a school so that it may protect impressionable youth from topics considered too mature for them. In this modern society of political correctness, many […]
Willow Creek Peter Pan Scheduled for 29 March
March 26, 2012 by thetigertimes2
The Willow Creek Performing Arts Committee will be performing Peter Pan on 29 March at 6:30 p.m. in the Willow Creek auditorium. Admission is free! Many elementary students can remember the amazing performance of The Little Mermaid last year. By the looks of the auditions over the past two years, theater is becoming a favorite […]
World Series or Bust for Phillies
March 23, 2012 by thetigertimes1
There are some big questions heading into what should be another exciting year for the Philadelphia Phillies. When is Ryan Howard going to be available? Is Chase Utley going to be the Chase of old? Is the window of winning another World Series slowly closing for this squad? These questions bring excitement but also uncertainty, […]
Chardon High School Shooting Affects More than Victims
March 23, 2012 by thetigertimes4
On Monday, 27 February, at about 7:30 a.m., bullets sprayed inside the cafeteria of Chardon High School on the outskirts of Cleveland, Ohio. When the gunfire ended, one student was dead and several others were severely injured. Two students injured in the shooting died on Wednesday in the hospital. The shooter, T.J. Lane, a 17-year-old […]
Random Cheese: What do you Want in your Easter Eggs?
March 22, 2012 by thetigertimes1
What do you want to find in your Easter Eggs? Ms. Beard–“Money.” Kelly Pitts (’12)–“A gosling (baby goose).” Casey Hefflefinger (’12)–“Ryan Gosling.” Pat Schukraft (’12)–“Pikachu.” Cody Millard (’13)–“A girlfriend.” Zachary Brown (’12)–“Baby dragon.” Austin Stern (’13)–“Colton Plucker.” Joel Snyder (’12)–“A million shares of Apple.” Edwin Enriquez (’12)–“Alyson Landis.” Jake Braswell (’12)–“Lots of jelly beans.” Molly […]
Same-Sex and Interracial Relationships Increasing in FAHS
March 22, 2012 by thetigertimes4
While homosexual and interracial relationships are something that used to be widely discouraged, both are becoming widely accepted throughout the United States. Although gay marriage has not been legalized everywhere yet, it is something that many groups are working toward and accomplishing. Interracial marriage in the United States has been fully legal in all U.S. […]
Braun Wins Appeal of Suspension
March 21, 2012 by thetigertimes1
On 10 December, 2011, it was reported that Ryan Braun tested positive for a high level of testosterone caused by a performance-enhancing drug. Braun denied the reports and appealed the fifty-game suspension that he was supposed to receive. On 23 February, 2012, an MLB panel overturned the fifty-game suspension due to the urine sample not being […]
Senior Week House Hunting Tips
March 21, 2012 by thetigertimes4
As the end of the school year nears, some students may be thinking about plans for the upcoming summer. For many graduating seniors, a post-graduation getaway is exactly what they have in mind: a week or so to relax with friends and enjoy some time together before the reality of going off to college and […]
Bear Creek Suffers Dissapointing Winter Season
March 20, 2012 by thetigertimes1
As winter nears each year, ski and snowboard enthusiasts from Fleetwood and beyond cannot help but look forward to flocking to Bear Creek Mountain Resort for a long season full of plentiful powder and frigid conditions. The 2011-2012 season, however, left many frustrated and disappointed with what they found on the slopes. “It was, by […]
Locker Room Locked Due to Vandalism
March 20, 2012 by thetigertimes4
“We have had vandalism– clothes, food–and we are just trying to prevent it and find out who’s doing it,” Physical Education teacher Joseph Palacz said. They call them gym teachers for a reason. Their jobs aren’t to clean up after high-school students trashing their own locker room. If they wanted to, they would’ve signed up […]
Genre-Bending Drive a Thrill Ride
March 19, 2012 by thetigertimes4
Drive is the latest thriller from Danish director Nicolas Winding Refn. Ryan Gossling stars as Driver (the audience never learns his real name), who is a mechanic and stuntman by day and a getaway driver for heists and robberies by night. He knows his way around Los Angeles and can certainly handle himself behind the wheel. Drive […]
Houston Legacy Marred by Early End
March 19, 2012 by thetigertimes1
Whitney Houston died on Saturday, 11 February, 2012 at the age of 48. She was born in New Jersey, and she knew from a very young age she wanted to become a professional singer. At age 15, she became a model and was one of the first African-Americans who appeared on the cover of Seventeen magazine. […]
Irish Flag Cookies a St. Patty’s Day Treat
March 16, 2012 by thetigertimes4
Ingredients: • 1 cup butter • 1 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar • 1 egg • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour • 1 teaspoon baking soda • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar Directions: 1. In a large bowl, mix together butter and powdered sugar. Mix in one egg and vanilla extract. […]
Matteo Named Part of East Penn All-Star Team
March 16, 2012 by thetigertimes4
“It relieved my nerves. I was so happy,” Joey Matteo said on scoring his infamous goal. Matteo was 1 out of 4 kids (22 kids picked all together) from the Muhlenberg/Fleetwood area ice hockey team picked to play in an All-Star game that is made up of all the “Stars” out of the East Penn […]
Lin Takes Over Madison Square Garden
March 15, 2012 by thetigertimes4
Jeremy Lin, a 23-year-old Asian-American basketball player, has taken over New York City as well as the country with his hard work and impressive play. After being counted out and cut many times in his basketball career, Lin overcame all doubt to prove everyone wrong. He’s even taken over social media sites such as Twitter […]
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March 30, 2012 by thetigertimes4
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