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The Talon
The student news site of Argyle High School

The Talon
The student news site of Argyle High School

The Talon
Talon News members get their press pass photos taken on Tuesday, Aug. at Argyle High School in Argyle, Texas. (Annabel Thorpe / The Talon News)

Miranda Downe, Managing Editor

Miranda Downe is the Managing Editor for The Talon News. She writes and edits news and feature articles and manages staff production. She also participates in journalism UIL, where she has placed on the district and regional levels. She has also recieved excellence in News Writing in the JEA national conference in Los Angeles, California. Outside of journalism, Miranda is the senior class secretary and NHS president.

Contact: [email protected]

All content by Miranda Downe
UIL Academics students pose in front of the trophy case at Argyle High School with their UIL Region 2-4A medals on April 16, 2018 in Argyle, TX. (Campbell Wilmot/The Talon News)

UIL Academics Wins Region 2-4A Championship

Miranda Downe, Managing Editor
April 17, 2018
Eagles tee off at 8:00 a.m. for the Robson Ranch Golf Tournament at Robson Ranch in Argyle, TX on March 5, 2018. (GiGi Robertson / The Talon News)

Golf Sweeps District

Miranda Downe, Managing Editor
April 16, 2018
Junior Lauren Landrum and her film crew attend the UIL Young Filmmakers Festival in Austin, TX on Feb. 28, 2018. (Lauren Landrum / The Talon News)

‘Mustang Strong’ Takes Third

Miranda Downe, Chief Editor
March 5, 2018
AISD Police Chief Paul Cairney addresses media about the district's armed staff policy at a press conference at the administration building on Thursday in Argyle, TX. (Miranda Downe / The Talon News)

Press Conference Offers Deeper Look Into Gun Policy

Miranda Downe, Managing Editor
March 5, 2018
AISD Police Chief Paul Cairney speaks to students about the dangers of vaping and taking prescription medication recreationally at Argyle High School on Feb. 23, 2018. (Jaclyn Harris / The Talon News)

Argyle ISD Receives National Attention

Miranda Downe, Managing Editor
February 26, 2018
Teachers work at a staff development day at Argyle High School in Argyle, TX. (Lauren Landrum / The Talon News)

Golden Eagle Teacher Nominations Open

Miranda Downe, Managing Editor
February 14, 2018
The UIL academics team took first place sweepstakes at their meet at Denton Ryan High School on Feb. 10, 2018 in Denton, TX. (Stacy Short / The Talon News)

UIL Academics Takes First at Denton Ryan Meet

Miranda Downe, Managing Editor
February 12, 2018
Seniors Cale Nanny and Marley Straubmueller are crowned as Mr. and Miss AHS at the red out pep rally on Feb. 6, 2018 at Argyle High School in Argyle, TX. (Photo by: Pam Arrington)

Mr. and Miss AHS Crowned

Miranda Downe, Managing Editor
February 7, 2018
Oatmeal raisin (outside rows) and sweet-and-salty (inside row) oatmeal energy bites are a healthy after school snack. (Miranda Downe / The Talon News)

Oatmeal Energy Bites Two Ways

Miranda Downe, Managing Editor
February 2, 2018
Academic UIL team members bring home a first place title on Jan. 13, 2018 at Flower Mound High School in Flower Mound, TX. (Stacy Short/The Talon News)

UIL Academics Sweeps First in Flower Mound Invitational

Miranda Downe, Managing Editor
January 16, 2018
The Eagles take on Stephenville on Dec. 2, 2017 at Vernon Newsome Stadium in Mansfield, Texas. (Christopher Piel/The Talon News)

Eagle Football Closes Season

Miranda Downe, Managing Editor
December 6, 2017
Gracie Johnson shows her love for art in the space where she creates the pieces through which she expresses herself, her room. (GiGi Robertson / The Talon News)

Characters Bring Life to Student Expression

Miranda Downe, Managing Editor
December 1, 2017
From left to right, Bryson Hudgens, Parker Abrego, Luke Griggs, Danielle Davis, and Gabby Standifer sign to their future colleges at Argyle High School on Nov. 8, 2017 in Argyle, TX. (Quinn Calendine/The Talon News)

Five Athletes Sign Letters of Intent

Miranda Downe, Managing Editor
November 15, 2017
Art students create 'spooky houses' for Halloween using mainly edible materials at Argyle High School in Argyle, Texas, on Oct. 27, 2017. (Faith Stapleton / The Talon News)

Students Create ‘Spooky Houses’ for Halloween

Miranda Downe, Managing Editor
October 31, 2017
AISD Police Chief Paul Cairney shows a sample of cocaine used for drug dog training in Argyle High School on Sept. 14, 2017. (Lauren Landrum/The Talon News)

Random Drug Testing Returns

Miranda Downe, Managing Editor
October 27, 2017
Cakey pumpkin cookie dough is baked around a sweet, creamy filling to make these pumpkin cheesecake snickerdoodles. (Chris Piel/TheTalon News)

Pumpkin Cheesecake Snickerdoodles

Miranda Downe, Managing Editor
September 15, 2017
Eagles take on Lovejoy in the Tom Landry Classic. (GIGi Robertson/The Talon News)

Eagles Defeat Lovejoy in Tom Landry Classic Season Opener

Miranda Downe, Managing Editor
September 3, 2017
Champion Team Matt Hynek and Coach Sutton work their way to the top of the bracket at the Staff/Student Tennis Tournament on May 9, 2017 in Argyle, TX. (Kirby Reyes/The Talon News)

First Annual Staff & Student Tennis Tournament Unifies School

Miranda Downe, Junior Writing Editor
May 20, 2017
Senior Justin Clark works on UIL practice problems in Cliff McCurdy's room at Argyle High School on April 18, 2017. (Annabel Thorpe/The Talon News)

Golden Graduate

Miranda Downe, Junior Writing Editor
May 8, 2017
Mrs. Sutton donates blood at Argyle High School on Feb. 22, 2017 in Argyle, Texas. (John Walsh/The Talon News)

Blood Drive Saves Lives

Miranda Downe, Junior Writing Editor
February 24, 2017
Homemade caramel brownies make for a perfect Valentine's Day treat. (Lauren Landrum / The Talon News)

Caramel Brownies Make for Sweet Valentines Day

Miranda Downe, Junior Writing Editor
February 14, 2017
The UIL CX Debate Teams compete at their District Meet. (Photo courtesy Brian Simpson)

CX Debate Teams Compete at District Meet

Miranda Downe, Junior Writing Editor
February 14, 2017
The auxiliary gym gets decorated for formal events. (Annabel Thorpe / The Talon News)

Argyle to Host ‘Night to Shine’

Miranda Downe, Junior Writing Editor
February 7, 2017
Freshman Avery Winter sings 'Beauty School Drop Out' during the AHS Players performance of 'Grease' at Argyle High School on Jan. 19, 2017 in Argyle, Texas. (Faith Stapleton/ The Talon News)

Freshman Looks Ahead to Promising Future in Singing

Miranda Downe, Junior Writing Editor
January 31, 2017
Photo by: Eat This, Not That!

Quick Breakfast Recipes to Start the Day Right

Miranda Downe, Junior Writing Editor
January 20, 2017
Students participate in T.A.C.O Tuesday at Argyle High School on January 10, 2017 in Argyle ,Texas. (Faith Stapleton/ The Talon News)

TACO Tuesday Spreads Kindness

Miranda Downe, Junior Writing Editor
January 13, 2017

5 Things to do this Holiday Season

Miranda Downe, Junior Writing Editor
December 15, 2016
Gingerbread Men

Gingerbread Men

Miranda Downe, Junior Writing Editor
December 7, 2016

Fall Nail Ideas

Miranda Downe, Junior Writing Editor
November 17, 2016
Senior leaders Reeves Moseley, Madison Darnell, Erin Riley and Haley Emerson celebrate with the band as they learn they are in the top ten bands to move on to the finals at the UIL State Band competition at the Alamodome in San Antonio, TX. (Erin Eubanks/The Talon News)

‘iGeneration’ State Performance Embodies Emotion, Pride

Miranda Downe, Junior Writing Editor
November 9, 2016

The Science Behind Breast Cancer

Miranda Downe, Junior Writing Editor
November 1, 2016
Students participate in Audio Visual Club on Friday, Oct. 28 at Argyle High School in Argyle, TX. (Miranda Downe / The Talon News)

[Photo] Mega Lunch Sparks Student Involvement

October 14, 2016
Photo by: Lauren Landrum

Banana Bread

Miranda Downe, Junior Writing Editor
October 25, 2016
Students participate in Audio Visual Club on Friday, Oct. 28 at Argyle High School in Argyle, TX. (Miranda Downe / The Talon News)

Mega Lunch Sparks Student Involvement

Miranda Downe, Junior Writing Editor
October 14, 2016
Caramel Apple Cupcakes on Monday, Oct. 3 at Argyle High School in Argyle, TX. (Caleb Miles / The Talon News)

Caramel Apple Cupcakes

Miranda Downe, Junior Writing Editor
October 4, 2016
Students wait in line for food during A lunch in Argyle High School on Wednesday Sept. 28, 2016. (Faith Stapleton/The Talon News)

Mega Lunch to Make October Debut

Miranda Downe, Junior Writing Editor
September 28, 2016
(Lauren Landrum / The Talon News)

‘Fall’ing into the Latest Trends

Miranda Downe, Junior Writing Editor
September 26, 2016
Golf carts replace floats and the old parade tradition for the Ring of Champions, Argyle's newest event. From homecoming celebrations, students walk the field before community members. (Annabel Thorpe/The Talon News)

Argyle Brings New Tradition with ‘Parade of Champions’

Miranda Downe, Junior Writing Editor
September 21, 2016
(Photo by Lauren Landrum)

Drugstore Makeup Guide

Miranda Downe, Junior Writing Editor
September 15, 2016
The Argyle golf team placed first at the UIL 4A state championship on Tuesday, April 26 at Onion Creek Club in Austin, TX. (From left to right: Logan Diomede, Tommy Parker, Luke Griggs, Will Blake, Alex Isakson, Coach Brady Bell) (Caleb Miles / The Talon News)

Argyle Boys Golf Wins Their Second State Title in Two Years

Miranda Downe, Reporter
April 29, 2016
Texting and Driving Campaign Steers Argyle in New Direction

Texting and Driving Campaign Steers Argyle in New Direction

Lizzie Dagg, Miranda Downe, and Ally Atkinson
February 10, 2016
Senior Eighmy Dobbins blocked the spike from Robinson in the UIL State semifinal game on Thursday, Nov. 19 at Curtis Culwell Center in Garland, TX. (Caleb Miles / The Talon News)

Lady Eagles Advance to State Volleyball

Lizzie Dagg and Miranda Downe
November 20, 2015
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