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Chris Watts Convicted of Killing Family

April 30, 2019 by

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Recently, Christopher Lee Watts’ confession tapes were released to the public. The following is a timeline of the various events that lead up to today. 13 August 2018: The day of the murder, Shan’ann, Bella, and Celeste were reported missing by a friend. “When I came home, it was a ghost town. I have no […]

The Fifty States from Worst to Best: Part Two

April 29, 2019 by

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In a previous article, The Tiger Times began its state rankings with states 50-26.  Here is the finale, states 25-1. Using criteria such as location, climate, culture, cities, diversity, and much more, we formed a list ranking the fifty states. Here are the top twenty-five states in the American union. 25. Kentucky–With big college towns […]

Fleetwood Varsity Cheer Squad Win Nationals

April 26, 2019 by

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In late February, Fleetwood’s varsity cheer squad competed in a nationwide tournament against other high schools known as the Cheer Movement National Competition. The country’s best squads would compete for the Grand Champion title. A lot has happened on  the way to the top, but Fleetwood was able to come out as number one in […]

Empire Star Jussie Smollet Allegedly Stages his Own Attack

April 25, 2019 by

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Empire star Jussie Smollett, 36, has been charged with felony disorderly conduct after falsely reporting an alleged hate crime. Smollett actually staged the whole ordeal simply to gain publicity in order to get a raise in his salary. The following is a brief timeline of the events leading up to today. 22 January 2019: A […]

New York Passes New Abortion Law

April 24, 2019 by

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On 23 January 2019,  New York Governor Andrew Cuomo signed a new abortion law into legislation. The law makes it easier for state residents to have post-availability, third-trimester abortions. The old law only allowed abortions in the third-trimester if the mother’s health was in danger. The bill AB 6221 passed with a vote of 94-49. […]

Turning Point Arrives in Fleetwood

April 23, 2019 by

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Turning Point USA is the nation’s biggest conservative movement across thousands of universities and high schools. A common misconception of the organization is that it preaches Republican propaganda. In this day and age, there are various different kinds of Republicans. TP USA just focuses on promoting American freedom, the free market, and limited government. On […]

Safe2SaySomething Arrives in Fleetwood

April 17, 2019 by

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Recently, Fleetwood Area High School had an assembly about a new app, Safe2SaySomething. FAHS Guidance counselors Fred Engelhardt, Ann-Marie Neubert, and Amy Moyer hosted the assembly. The program encourages students to submit an anonymous tip if they suspect someone they know may be planning to harm themselves or others in order to “say something” that […]

Whale Jails being Investigated by Russian Government

April 16, 2019 by

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Over 100 beluga whales, orcas, and baby walruses are currently awaiting their fate in icy, inadequate confinements called “whale jails.” These “whale jails,” located in Russia’s Pacific East Coast, near the city of Nakhodka, have reportedly killed at least 3 of it’s trapped marine mammals. Designated to be sold to Chinese aquariums, these animals have […]

FAHS to Remodel Library for 2019-2020 School Year

April 15, 2019 by

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The Fleetwood Area High School is renovating its library into a library media center. The renovation will take place in the summer of 2019 and will be ready for the 2019-2020 school year. The school district has been planning the renovation for a while now, and it is very well-funded. The new library will not […]

FAHS Hosts Annual Art Event for 2019

April 8, 2019 by

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On 23 February 2019, Fleetwood Area High School held its annual Art Event. “The Art Event was designed as a fundraiser for Artifact, our school’s fine art literary magazine, but became so much more. After 15 years, we now have our first students bringing their children as participants. My favorite part is seeing the whole […]

FAHS Faculty Names February Students of the Month

April 5, 2019 by

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Every month, two students from the senior class are selected as the Students of the Month. For the month of February, two well-deserving candidates were chosen. Seniors Samuel Schappell of Tiger Times renown and Leah Dewald have been selected by faculty and staff as February’s Students of the Month. Both receive a gift card to […]

The Fifty States from Worst to Best: Part One

April 4, 2019 by

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Ever wonder which states rank among the top (and bottom) in the nation? The Tiger Times has you covered with an entirely uncalled-for, unprofessional ranking of the Fifty United States, from worst to best. Location, culture, cities, diversity, climate, and numerous other factors were taken into consideration in these rankings. This installment will include states […]

April Fools: Prom Venue Changed to Aux Gym

April 1, 2019 by

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On 1 March 2019, it was decided that prom would be held in the high school instead of the planned venue at Bear Creek. Due to a lack of funds, prom will have to be held at the high school. Since there will be school on Friday, there will not be enough time to decorate […]

April Fools: FAMS Science Teacher Confirms Flat-Earth Theory

April 1, 2019 by

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FAMS science teacher Mr. Kyle Bollendorf went on a science expedition to put an end to the Flat versus Round Earth debate. What he discovered may be a shock. “I’ve heard rumors of the ridiculous ice walls situated at the edge of the ‘disc,’ so I decided to check it out,” Bollendorf said. His journey […]