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Same-Sex Marriage Spreading to Minnesota
It is official. Minnesota is now the twelfth state to legalize gay marriage. Minnesota joins Rhode Island and Delaware as the states to have legalized same-sex marriage this year. Despite that Massachusetts, Connecticut, Iowa, Vermont, New Hampshire, New York, Washington, Maine, Maryland, of course Rhode Island, Delaware, and The District of Columbia have already legalized […]
Boston Bomber Suspects In Government Custody
June 20, 2013
On Monday, 15 April, the peace of Boston was shattered when a bomb tore through countless runners, spectators, and civilians. Though at first law enforcement didn’t have many leads, it did not take them long to get on the case. Soon surveillance videos revealed the two lead suspects to be brothers Tamerlan Tsarnaev and Dzhokhar Tsarnaev. As soon as they […]
Evil Dead Far from DOA
June 19, 2013
In Hollywood, it seems like there is some obsessive movement to remake every horror movie ever. Whether the film is a beloved darling of horror, a cult classic, or a piece of obscure garbage best left to the dust bins of history, no horror movie seems to be unworthy of a remake with results that […]
Ignition Remix Fails to Spark Naion’s Fire
June 18, 2013
In what might be considered fortunate or unfortunate depending on one’s point of view, the petition aiming to make the Obama Administration recognize the need for a new national anthem failed. From the words of the petitioners “We, the undersigned, would like the Obama Administration to recognize the need for a new national anthem, one […]
Students Satsified by Summer Break
June 17, 2013
Summer break is one of the most anticipated times of the year for students. They look forward to spending time with friends and doing various recreational activities. Most seniors venture out for senior week to different locations. Some of the popular locations are the beach, down south, and even camping. Students who are not seniors […]
Random Cheese: Finals Week Reflections
June 14, 2013
“I’m going to try my best on the finals.” –Junior Nate Reinert “I think finals are a waste of time.” –Junior Andrew Moran “I don’t like it when teachers give just a final but no midterm.” –Junior Madison Bossler “Finals are really dumb and have no point.” –Junior Ben Rohde “Why can’t teachers just give […]
Faculty Favorites Filled with Familiar Faces
June 13, 2013
Each year, Fleetwood boasts many outstanding teachers who are favorites by many students. In previous years, the most favored teacher has been announced at the pep rally, but there was not one this year. Students judge teachers on essential attributes such as how laid back, knowledgeable , and cool they are. “I would have to say Mr. […]
Injustice Offers Thrilling Superhero Showdowns
June 12, 2013
Injustice: Gods Among Us is a 2D fighting game developed by Netherrealm Studios. It features playable heroes and villains from across the DC Comics universe. There are 24 total playable characters in Injustice, including Superman, Batman, Green Lantern, and the Joker. Each character has his or her own unique move set and special moves, based on […]
Warped Tour Enters Eighteenth Year
June 11, 2013
For seventeen years, the Vans Warped Tour has thrilled audiences around the country every summer. Bringing out plenty of musical acts each year that cover a wide variety of genres, the traveling music festival advertises something for everyone, and the 2013 edition will be no different. The tour was created by Kevin Lyman, a tour […]
Bale Bigger than Tottenham
June 10, 2013
Gareth Bale is one of the best soccer players on the planet right now. His incredible pace, skills, and left foot make him one of the most lethal players alive. The Tottenham winger had an amazing breakout 2012-2013 season. The Welsh playmaker scored 21 goals in the premier league this season for the Spurs, most […]
Steiner Family Chooses Deer over Dogs
June 6, 2013
Raising an animal big or small is a hard responsibility, although there are some animals that need a little more than just a sprinkle of fish food. I don’t have your normal house pet. My family and I have been raising deer for about 17 years, give or take. Our first deer we ever brought […]
Houp to Bless World with Second Offspring
June 3, 2013
Whether you say “expecting” or “bun in the oven,” it all comes down to the same thing, and Mrs. Jennifer Houp is no exception. This will be Mr. and Mrs. Zachary Houp’s second child. Their first was Mia, born on 18 October 2011. Though both of parents would have been happy with a second daughter, they are […]
Boston Marathon Bombings Break Hearts Nationwide
April 26, 2013
Every year, thousands of dedicated runners take the trip to Massachusetts to run the Boston Marathon on Patriot’s day. In fact, it’s the oldest annual city marathon in the world. Many spectators moved about frantically to find a spot to watch loved ones and friends cross the finish line, but none of them were prepared […]
Random Cheese: What Is Your Biggest Fear?
April 25, 2013
“Elevators, hands down.” – Rachael Knarr, 12th “Whales.”- Joseph Roman, 12th “Literally everything.” –Abbey Porambo, 12th “Drowning and dying.”- Desirae Lesher, 12th “Snakes.”- Kelly Zuber, 11th “Thunderstorms.”- Stephanie Walker, 9th “Bugs.”- Ashley Wellman, 9th “Snakes.”- Olivia Leenhouts, 9th “Not being able to think of a fear or phobia.”- Adam Shapiro, 9th “Waking up tomorrow with […]
2013 FAHS Honor Society Inductees Honored
April 12, 2013
On 28 February, 2013, the FAHS chapter of National Honor Society held its annual induction ceremony. At this ceremony, senior members of NHS inducted the new junior and senior members. To be inducted into NHS, one must first apply. The application includes two essays and a list of one’s activities and community service. The tenants […]
Misa’s Fugue Earns Assortment of Laurels
April 4, 2013
Around Fleetwood Area School District, the name Misa’s Fugue is spoken with pride. What started as a student film project is now a powerful documentary of the time spent by artist Frank “Misa” Grunwald in Nazi concentration camps. “The film made me feel a wide array of emotions and a deep feeling of empathy for […]
Math Utility a Statewide Problem
April 4, 2013
Fleetwood Area High School’s math department includes Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II, all of which are required courses by the state. Teachers must meet certain standards in a school year. Many students want the answer to one question that has been asked for years: When are we ever going to use this after high […]
Art Event 2013: I Art, Therefore I am
April 3, 2013
On Saturday, 2 March, the Fleetwood Area High School held its annual Art Event for five hours, opening for the public at noon. Five hours, however, was not even close to the full amount of effort high school students and art teachers put in to prepare for it. A main feature of the Art Event […]
Russian Meteor Explosion Rocks World
April 3, 2013
On 15 February, 2012, over the Moscow sky, a meteor approximately 55-feet in diameter exploded, causing mass mayhem. “I’ve seen videos of what people were doing at the time of the explosion. One guy had a piece of the meteor crash through the window of his car, and he just kept driving like it was […]
Random Profile: Mitchell Fuerst
April 2, 2013
Mitchell Fuerst is a senior at Fleetwood Area High School and in the graduating class of 2013. In his spare time, Fuerst likes to “hang out with friends, listen to some [rap] music, and just chill”. He also enjoys going on drives because he loves the sense of freedom and happiness he gets being on the […]
FAHS Theatrical Society to Perform South Pacific
April 2, 2013
This year, Fleetwood Area High School’s theatrical society will be performing Rodger’s and Hammerstein’s South Pacific. The play opened in Broadway in 1949 and won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1950. It plays on Broadway today and is still very popular. “This is one of the few shows that show the sacrifice of the […]
2012-2013 Tiger Times T-Shirts Available for Purchase!
March 1, 2013
Be the first on your block, in your family, and among your friends to sport the official 2012-2013 Tiger Times t-shirt. The thumbnails above indicate the appearance of the t-shirt produced by Amped Image of Fleetwood, PA. The cost is just $10.00, and order forms can be secured by clicking here.
BodyZone Hosts Fun Friday Skates
January 29, 2013
Body Zone is known to be a very good sports complex in the area of Berks county. Every Friday and Saturday, Body Zone holds a free skate for everyone to socialize and, of course, skate. Teenagers who don’t have anything to do during the weekend are welcome to have a good time at the free skates. […]
Sandy Hook Tragedy Troubles a Nation
January 28, 2013
On the morning of Friday, 14 December, classes were underway like any other day. At approximately 9:35 a.m., just five minutes past the routine locking of the doors, dispatchers at the local police station began getting numerous calls of an armed gunman on the premises of Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut. “Sandy Hook […]
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