The student news site of Argyle High School

The Talon

The student news site of Argyle High School

The Talon

The student news site of Argyle High School

The Talon

The boys basketball team secures another state title for the Eagles after winning the State Championship on March 13, at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas. (Nicholas West / The Talon News)

Eagles Fly Over Falcons, Win State Championship

Sam Mykel, Co-Sports Editor March 13, 2021

The boys basketball team took first place in the State Championship game on March 13. The Eagles entered the game with a near-perfect 29-1 record, leaving with a 30-1 record and a state title. Senior point...

Online students face  challenges different from those at in-person school (Laini Ledet/The Talon News).

Effects of the Pandemic

Laini Ledet and Laney Richardson March 4, 2021

Prior to COVID-19, teenagers were already experiencing amounts of stress due to both their academics and overall personal development. When COVID-19 hit, it affected all teens in both positive and negative...

Seniors signed their National Letter of Intent on Feb. 3 at Argyle High School (Josh Fritz / The Talon News).

Nineteen Seniors Sign Despite COVID-19 Challenges

Ashlynn Roberts, Editor in Chief February 12, 2021

Despite the many challenges COVID-19 brought to each sport, nineteen seniors signed their National Letter of Intent throughout this school year and will go on to continue playing at the collegiate level.  “COVID-19...

This is what the workspace of a virtual learner oftentimes looks like (Laney Richardson I The Talon News).

Virtual Learning Versus Face to Face Learning

Laini Ledet and Laney Richardson February 11, 2021

While everyone is experiencing a world turned upside down due to COVID-19, students and teachers are making their best efforts to continue learning remotely and in-person. Although no one was prepared...

Argyle defeats Sweeny in the State Championship game back to back at UFCU Disch Falk Field on May 5, 2019. (Jordyn Tarrant / The Talon News)

Baseball Team to Start Season

Tyler Castellanos, Graphic Designer February 9, 2021

The baseball team saw success under Head Coach Ricky Griffin during the past few years. They currently are the reigning State and National Champions after last year's season was cut short due to the COVID-19...

Reports flow out of China detailing systematic abuses against Muslim populations (China Flag by BWJones is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 2.0)

Inside the Iron Curtain (At the Moment with Billy Mykel)

Billy Mykel, Opinion Editor February 4, 2021

In the waning days of his presidency, former President Trump took one last shot at the Chinese Communist Party, accusing China of waging a genocide against the Uighur Muslim minority group from Xinjiang....

Technology and social media have become a large part of school due to the COVID-19 pandemic.  (Laney Richardson I The Talon News)

Social Media’s Effects On Students 

Laini Ledet and Laney Richardson January 29, 2021

Social media has become a substantial factor in most young people’s everyday lives and has not only completely changed the way our world communicates but also how we interact with each other. Although...

Shop Love Note owner Cayden Sizelove poses with a few of her clothing models before a shoot. (Photo Courtesy Cayden Sizelove)

Just a Little Love Note

Rylie Halk, Reporter January 27, 2021

Senior Cayden Sizelove has loved fashion her whole life. She vividly remembers being obsessed with halter tops around the age of seven. No matter the clothing trend, Sizelove was infatuated. As a self-made...

The Argyle Eagles defeated the Krum Bobcats at Argyle High School on Jan. 2, 2021 (Laney Richardson / The Talon News)

Senior Leaders Drive the Goal

Sam Mykel, Co-Sports Editor January 26, 2021

In a close game, down two in the fourth quarter, the Eagles are in dire need of a score. Senior point guard Skylar McCurry inbounds the ball to junior Eli Valentino and with seconds left on the clock,...

Amazon has expanded into pharmaceuticals (Jordyn Kulesa/The Talon News)

Amazon Pharmacy Unveiled (At the Moment with Billy Mykel)

Billy Mykel, Opinion Editor January 25, 2021

Following years of quiet acquisitions and maneuvering, Amazon has finally announced its entrance into the pharmaceutical industry. The move, which coincides with nationwide focus on both medical prices...

Chicken Strips and Popcorn Shrimp at St. Argyles Cajun Kitchen. (Tyler Castellanos | The Talon News)

St. Argyle’s Cajun Kitchen

Owen Norkett and Tyler Castellanos January 22, 2021

Everybody loves the small-town feel of Argyle. Homestyle cooking is one part of Argyle that people love. The little strip on 377 has always been home to some amazing restaurants. Recently, members of...

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