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R.I.P. Twinkies
On Friday, 23 November, America lost an icon. Hostess, the company that makes Twinkies, officially went out of business. A national strike of its workers severely affected product output, and Hostess was forced to lay off 18,500 people. “We deeply regret the necessity of today’s decision, but we do not have the financial resources to weather […]
Senior Pancake Breakfast a Success
December 4, 2012
On Saturday, 27 October, the senior class hosted its final pancake breakfast in the high school cafeteria. The purpose of this breakfast was to raise money to help this year’s senior class pay for graduation. Overall, the breakfast was a success. A majority of the people who may not have been able to come in previous […]
Fleetwood Hall of Fame Ceremony to be Unforgettable
November 27, 2012
This December, the Fleetwood Hall of Fame Ceremony will be held. The event will be honoring past Fleetwood students for their athletic accomplishments. “The ceremony is taking place on Thursday December 27,2012, in conjunction with the 2012 Boys’ Basketball 49th Annual Tiger Classic Tournament,” Fleetwood athletic director Matt Diehl said. “The ceremony will take place […]
Sandor and Song Remain Upbeat Despite DMD
November 27, 2012
You may not know his face, but you have probably heard his name. Seventh grader Aidan Sandor is a student at Fleetwood Area Middle School currently battling Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD), an inherited disorder that involves muscle weakness that worsens over time and which is most commonly diagnosed in adolescent boys. Sandor was diagnosed in […]
Tekken Tag Tournament 2 Worth the Money
November 21, 2012
Tekken Tag Tournament 2 marks the eighth game in the long-standing Tekken fighting game series. This is the sequel to Tekken Tag Tournament, and one would not expect disappointment from the widely loved and generally well-regarded series. Unlike the other Tekken games, save Tekken Tag Tournament, this game offers something different to Tekken’s fighting formula […]
Chevy, Ford Rivalry an Arbitrary Debate
November 20, 2012
Many know that the Chevy v. Ford feud is a long-standing tradition, but when people are questioned why they like each vehicle, a straight answer is rarely given. Some say whichever vehicle their parents drove. There are no real fact as to which manufacturer is better, but the opinions are beyond hilarious. “I grew up […]
Washington Soars in Flight
November 20, 2012
A hung over, naked man wakes up in a trashy motel outside an airport in Florida. A beautiful woman wakes up beside him. She reminds him they have a nine o’clock flight. She is the flight attendant; he is the pilot. After taking a swig of vodka and snorting a line of coke, he’s ready […]
FAHS Re-Elects Obama Too
November 19, 2012
Tuesday, 6 November, 2012, was an important day for all Americans, and FAHS students weren’t left out. Everyone age eighteen or older could participate in picking the next leader of America. Unfortunately, most students at Fleetwood Area High School could not participate because they were not of age; however, FAHS held its own mock election […]
Hockey Hiatus Infuriates Fans
November 16, 2012
The National Hockey League (NHL) lockout began on 15 September, 2012. It is a dispute between the players in the NHL and the coaches. The owners locked out the players because they could not come to an agreement before the season started, and their collective bargaining agreement expired less than a month before the season. […]
Philosophy Club Thinks Itself into Being
November 15, 2012
Students looking for something to do after school may be in luck. This year, Fleetwood Area High School has a brand-new Philosophy Club. Dissatisfied with the focuses and options offered to them by other after school clubs, seniors Cody Millard and Leif Greiss came up with the idea for a club dedicated to the discussion […]
Garrett Cares for Candles and Kids
November 8, 2012
She’s there in the center desk, but you might not have discovered her name yet. The new FAHS secretary April Garrett, a Fleetwood graduate who was excited when she was offered the job as a high school main office secretary. “I have always had a love for children but was unable to complete my teaching degree due to […]
Argo a Realistic Thriller
November 7, 2012
Argo begins with a powerful scene depicting chaos and confusion in a foreign land. The U.S. embassy is raided by an angry mob in Iran in 1979. Six American ambassadors escape and take shelter at the Canadian ambassador’s house. They stay hunkered down for several months while, back in America, yellow ribbons are tied around […]
New Coach Martinez to Lead Team to Greatness
October 31, 2012
Coach James Martinez is the new head coach of the FAHS football team. Martinez came to Fleetwood in the spring 2012, a tough time to jump into a football program, but Martinez assumed control of the program quickly. Martinez immediately started players on lifting programs. On top of that, he set up a speed and […]
Business and Pleasure Abounds for FBLA
October 31, 2012
Future Business Leaders of America, or FBLA, is a non-profit organization that benefits the youth of today. All high school students have the opportunity to sign up and participate in FBLA. FBLA does a lot of things to educate students on the world of business and how important occupations in marketing and management are. If […]
FAHS Band Maintains Good Reputation
October 26, 2012
Throughout Fleetwood history, one of the most talented and dedicated groups has been the high school band. Conducted by music teacher Charles Ebersole, the band attends all home football games, most local parades, and hosts a few concerts over the school year. Each year, Fleetwood Area Music Association (FAMA) travels somewhere to show off its […]
Student Council Starts off with a Success
October 26, 2012
The Fleetwood Area High School student council expects a very exciting and fun year at school because there will be many enjoyable events and activities. “I feel we will have a very good year. We have a lot of dedicated members who offer their time to make events the best they can possibly be!” sophomore […]
Looper a Unique Blend of Action and Science Fiction
October 25, 2012
Looper is a 2012 science fiction/action movie written and directed by Rian Johnson. It stars Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Bruce Willis, and Emily Blunt. The movie’s present takes place in the year 2044. At the time, time travel has not yet been invented, but it will be 30 years in the future. Upon its invention, time travel is […]
FAHS Oktoberfest Celebrates 200-Year Tradition
October 25, 2012
Oktoberfest is one of the biggest festivals on the face of the planet. The 16-day celebration in Munich, Germany, draws six million people yearly, 18% of whom are foreigners. A similar celebration commenced in FAHS German classes on Friday, 28 September. While obviously not as big as the real deal, the festivities still offered students an […]
Hilbert and Co. Paint The Town Red and White
October 24, 2012
Saturday, 22 September, Fleetwood students, art teacher Elaine Hilbert, and English teacher Karen Sahaydak were involved in painting downtown Fleetwood. Sahaydak came to Hilbert, and asked if she would help out with this homecoming tradition in the making. Students from Hilbert’s class were offered a free homework pass, but some students helped well beyond the proffered reward to […]
Safe Trick or Treat Night Scheduled for Wednesday
October 23, 2012
Have you ever attended the Fleetwood Safe Trick or Treat night at the high school? Then why not? Every year for the past seven years, while math teacher Cynthia Steele has been advising the Relay for Life Club, which hosts the trick or treat night for Fleetwood students and members of the community. “I first decided to be […]
Riots in Libya Readdress American Freedoms
October 18, 2012
On this 11 September, 2012, Anti-American riots broke out in Libya, Egypt, and several other Middle-Eastern countries. The riot in Libya was proven to be uncoordinated and far from premeditated, but it was still very violent. Protestors were armed with rocket powered grenades and fired at U.S. ambassador Chris Stevens, killing him near the U.S. […]
2012 a New Start for Fleetwood Football
October 18, 2012
The Fleetwood Area High School Football team is looking to improve their record from previous years. With new coach Martinez on the job, the team feels they understand the game a lot more. The Tigers’ star running back Tyler Emge thinks they will have a successful season because they have had close games and have […]
Tips and Recipes for Buying and Using Local Produce
October 17, 2012
Tips for the Market If you are looking strictly for local produce, make sure to ask the stand owner. Some stands sell produce that was shipped in from elsewhere. Sometimes it is obvious to tell with items such as bananas and avocados, but others, like broccoli and strawberries, are not. Do not forget to bargain […]
Meet Frau Moll
October 15, 2012
Fleetwood Area High School German teacher, Herr Rudy, resigned shortly before the 2012-2013 school year began. His replacement, Frau Moll, brings with her a lot of experience in teaching the language as well as the culture. Frau Moll has an B.A. in German from Ursinus University and an M.S. from Wilkes University. She taught at […]
The Tiger Times 
December 5, 2012
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