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The student news site of Argyle High School

The Talon

The student news site of Argyle High School

The Talon

Wi-Fi disconnects at Argyle High School on Monday Jan. 26. (Christopher Piel / The Talon News)

Internet Shutdown Inhibits Learning

Christopher Piel, Reporter January 29, 2015

Earlier this week, the internet in the school was down. It caused many restrictions with the teachers and students. "We couldn't do anything," senior Justin Nathan said. "All of our stuff is on the...

Review: “Serial” Revolutionizing the Podcast Genre

Chad Lyle, Reporter January 28, 2015

Whether you spend your days/nights watching television, listening to music, or scrolling through endless posts on your timeline, you are always participating in storytelling of some kind. Humans have an...

Jonathan Davis poses for his banner photo Thursday, Jan. 8, 2015, at Argyle High School in Argyle, TX. Matt Garnett/Special Contributor

Jonathan Davis: More Than A Game

Matt Davenport, Senior Writing Editor January 22, 2015

Wake up. Practice. Repeat. The only life senior Jonathan Davis has ever known revolves around basketball. He would not want it any other way. Davis has been playing basketball since first grade, and...

Reid Sullivan leads Color Guard through practice, Jan. 21st, 2015 (Erin Eubanks / The Talon News)

Winter Guard Readies for First Competition of Season

Brayden Ratcliff, Reporter January 21, 2015

The winter guard will have their first competition on Saturday, January 24 at 10:26 am at Thomas Coliseum. The team has been working hard to prepare themselves for their performance. "This competition...

Mr. McCurdy teaches his pre-cal class at Argyle High School Jan. 20, 2015 in Argyle, TX. (Matt Garnett / The Talon News)

Argyle Nominated for Exxon Donation

January 21, 2015

Argyle High School has received a nomination from the Exxon Mobil Educational Alliance Program. If Argyle gets the grant then the school will receive $500. Argyle will have to display a poster in a...

David Davis scores a contested shot in the win against Sanger. Jan 16. 2014. (Chris Piel / The Talon News)

Varsity Boys, Girls Basketball Sweep Sanger

Matt Davenport, Senior Writing Editor January 20, 2015

The varsity Eagles boys’ basketball team came out of Sanger with their first district victory, winning 47-37, while the girls varsity team also won their match. The Eagles were outplayed for most...

Jeff Butts office left empty, awaits new principal. Jan. 14, 2015. (Caleb Miles / The Talon News)

Search for High School Principal Continues

Brayden Ratcliff, Reporter January 15, 2015

Since the departure of Principal Jeff Butts, Superintendent Telena Wright and the school board have taken multiple measures to find the best candidate to replace the position. The administration has...

Richard Linklater and the cast of Boyhood win Best Motion Picture Drama. Photo courtesy of The Hollywood Foreign Press Association

Review: The 72nd Golden Globes

Evan Welsh, Senior Writing Editor January 14, 2015

Sunday, Jan. 11, marked the 72nd annual Golden Globe Award show, an award show honoring both television and films. The award show, held at the Beverly Hilton hotel in Beverly Hills, CA, was hosted for...

Band Students Do Well in Area, Seven Advance to State

Band Students Do Well in Area, Seven Advance to State

Avery Austin, Reporter January 13, 2015

Twenty students in the Argyle band competed at the area meet at Argyle High School last Saturday, Jan. 12. Unlike marching band, where the whole band competes together, students at the area level compete...

Athletic facilities are updated at Argyle High School in Argyle, Texas on Jan. 12, 2015. (Christopher Piel / The Talon News)

Argyle Working on New Renovations for Sports Programs

Chris Piel, Reporter January 12, 2015

Since the fall, students have been seeing signs of renovation at the baseball field, tennis courts, and even the football field.  According to Superintendent Dr. Telena Wright, all changes at the current...

 Brittany Hamilton (11) drives to the goal against the Wylie Wildcats Nov. 18 at Argyle High School.  (Stacy Short / The Talon News)

Girl’s Basketball Team Prepares, Hopes for State Championship Run

Jocelyn Pierce, Reporter January 4, 2015

It’s that time of the year again, and Argyle Lady Eagles head coach Skip Townsend is preparing his team to make the state tournament once again. Last year, the Lady Eagles had a record of 32-2,...

Can Focus, Technology Coexist?

Can Focus, Technology Coexist?

Chad Lyle, Social Media Editor January 3, 2015

Productivity has undergone a sonic change over the years. Pens used to click, typewriter keys used to hammer away, and paper used to crinkle. Now, phones beep, tablets hum, and overworked hard drives...

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