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The student news site of Argyle High School

The Talon

The student news site of Argyle High School

The Talon

Five students advanced to the all-state choir and will be attending the all-state clinic Feb. 12 to 15. (Photo courtesy of Will Griswold)

Record Five Students Advance to All-State Choir

Trinity Flaten, Co-Writing Editor January 28, 2020

After 10 students auditioned at the area round of choir on Jan. 11, five students will be advancing to TMEA all-state, making school history as the largest amount of students to advance. These students...

Senior Savanna Lessley, Debate Coach Jessica Reynolds, and junior Billy Mykel pose in the capitol building in Austin at the Congressional Debate state meet. (Photo courtesy of Jessica Reynolds)

Congress Team Makes History

Sarah Crowder, Co-Writing Editor January 21, 2020

The debate team enjoyed great success while competing at the State Congressional Debate Meet in Austin on Jan. 14 and 15. Senior Savanna Lessley and junior Billy Mykel made school history by breaking to...

The Church of Scientology is located in Irving, Texas. (Sam Mykel / The Talon News)

The Science Behind Scientology

Sam Mykel, Junior Reporter January 16, 2020

People all over the world struggle with mental illnesses and do not know how to cope. L. Ron Hubbard claims he has a solution.  Hubbard released “Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health”...

Valedictorian of the 2019 graduating class, Timothee Davis, giving his speech at graduation on May 21, 2019 at the UNT Coliseum. (Jaclyn Harris / The Talon News)

Class Ranks to be Released

Sarah Crowder, Co-Writing Editor January 13, 2020

With the second semester beginning, class ranks will be announced in the coming weeks. They will be released in a stagger according to grade level, starting with seniors. You can find your rank in the...

Tensions remain high after military action from both Iran and the United States. (Photo courtesy of CIA World Factbook)

Iranian General Killed in Airstrike (At the Moment with Billy Mykel)

Billy Mykel, Reporter January 9, 2020

Iranian General Qasem Soleimani was killed on Jan. 3, in a targeted airstrike ordered by President Trump. Soleimani, a man revered and respected as a living martyr of the Islamic Revolution, has now fulfilled...

This years theatre department will put on the musical Thoroughly Modern Millie. (Photo Courtesy Jessica Reynolds)

‘Thoroughly Modern Millie’ Jazzes Up School Musical

For this year's annual production, the theatre department will put on Thoroughly Modern Millie, an early twentieth century musical following the life of a young woman as she pursues her dream to become...

The Eagles fall to the La Vega Pirates in round four of the playoffs with a final score of 44-20. The game was played at McLane Stadium on December 6, 2019. Jordyn Tarrant | The Talon News

Eagles Drop Game, Finish Season As Regional Semi-Finalist

Ashlynn Roberts, News & Social Media Editor December 7, 2019

The Argyle Eagles finished their season tonight after losing to rival Waco La Vega 44-20. This was the fourth time the two teams have met in the last four seasons, with La Vega beating the Eagles last...

The Argyle Eagles took on the Brownwood Lions on Nov. 22 at McLane Stadium in Waco, Texas. (Jordyn Tarrant|The Talon News)

Eagles Defeat Lions, Advancing to Regional Championship

Jordyn Tarrant, Photography/Graphic Design Editor November 30, 2019

After a nerve-wracking game against Stephenville in round two of the playoffs, the Eagles advanced to round three and took on the Brownwood Lions. The game took place on Nov. 22 at McLane Stadium in Waco,...

Staff Members attend the annual Journalism Educators Association (JEA) convention on November 23, 2019 in Washington D.C. (Photo Courtesy Jeanne Acton)

Staff Members Compete in Annual JEA and NSPA Competitions

Ashlynn Roberts, News & Social Media Editor November 25, 2019

Last weekend, our school sent six high school students to Washington D.C to compete in the annual Journalism Educators Association (JEA) contest. In addition to this national competition, students also...

Kevin Sample spent eight years in the Navy before he became homeless. (Jaclyn Harris / The Talon News)

Denton Veterans Initiative Provides Hope for Homeless

Sarah Crowder and Jaclyn Harris November 11, 2019

The Beginning  It only takes one “yes” to create a world of change for a community. A yes to donate, a yes to seeing a fellow human being where they are, a yes to banding together to solve a problem.  For...

Boys cross country team poses with their 2nd place plaque after qualifying for the regional competition on October 17, 2019 at Argyle High School. (photo courtesy Argyle Cross Country)

Boys Cross Country Qualifies For Regionals

Ashlynn Roberts, News & Social Media Editor October 17, 2019

The boys cross country team qualified for the regional competition today after placing second as a team at the District 8-4A meet. Four boys finished in the top ten, with Jake Sutherland placing fourth,...

A Look into the Lady Eagle Golf Program

A Look into the Lady Eagle Golf Program

Nathan Moses (Coach) and Hannah Wood October 16, 2019

The Argyle Eagles started the 2019-2020 golf season at the Eaton Fall Classic playing Friday at Fossil Creek and Saturday at The Golf Club at the Resort. Teeing off at 7:30 Friday morning the Eagles were...

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