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A publication by the students, about the students, and for the students of White Station High School

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Student protestors William Smith (12)  and Ellen Barnes (12) engaged at a protest on March 14, in attendance with figures such as Al Gore. Their sign detailed the slogan, “We saw what the snow did to the water. Now imagine an entire pipeline.”

No oil in our soil: the student battle against the Byhalia Pipeline

Autumn Bobo, Head of Layout June 2, 2021

From Feb. 18-25, Memphis was under a boil water advisory. Almost all water used had to be boiled or bottled, for activities from cooking to brushing teeth. The Byhalia Pipeline, a transport line for oil...

Top five anime recommendations for first-time watchers

Top five anime recommendations for first-time watchers

Molly Yuan, Chief Copy Editor February 25, 2021

  What’s all the buzz about? Anime has steadily gained worldwide recognition since the ‘80s, and, in recent years, its popularity has skyrocketed. But along with its popularity has also...

After practice, Rebekah Butler (10, farthest left) takes a quick team selfie. The team is still going strong, even with masks and other safety procedures prohibiting some aspects of color guard.

Power, passion and perseverance: the inside scoop on color guard

Kingston Barber December 10, 2020

Friday. 3:30 p.m. Shelby Farms Park. Rows of highschoolers twirl their green-colored flags, mats between them, masks separating them, each six feet apart. This is the widespread bleakness that has taken...

Streaked with blood and dotted with hearts, Johnnie Walton dubs this whimsically gory look “Queen of Hearts Mix.” Walton uses a variety of supplies like liquid latex, stage blood, cream paints and brushes to create her SFX designs.

Walton and the world of monsters, music and makeup

Molly Yuan, Chief Copy Editor December 9, 2020

Blood is her brush. Flesh is her canvas. Metamorphosis is her masterpiece. Since Johnnie Walton (12) delved into the world of special effects (SFX) makeup, the art form no longer entails the accentuation...

Molly Yuan adjusts Allen Xie’s cat stance during in-person practice at Shelby Farms Park. Reviewing stances, practicing kicks and learning different forms are usually on Wushu Transcend’s weekly agenda.

Transcending Wushu: Sisters take matters into their own hands

Katie Lamm, Social Media Manager October 24, 2020

For a moment, time seems to stand still. Molly Yuan (12) launches off the ground, flipping, her back shunning the ground beneath. Sticking the landing, she regains balance and embodies her powerful pose,...

Adam Brooks (12) plays his trumpet, sheet music and laptop at hand. Restrictive virtual policies and snarky trumpet jokes alike haven’t stopped students from making music.

Virtual school giving you treble? Music classes cope online

Molly Yuan, Chief Copy Editor October 24, 2020

How many trumpet players does it take to change a lightbulb? Five. One to handle the bulb and four to tell him how much better they could have done it. See anything wrong with this joke? No, it’s not...

Poke World specializes in bubble tea, rolled ice cream and Poke Bowls, a concoction of seafood, veggies and sauces. The shop is one of many in Memphis that serve top-notch bubble tea.

Memphis’s best bubble tea shops

Molly Yuan, Chief Copy Editor October 24, 2020

Pop pearls or tapioca? Slushies or tea? Fruity or sweet? With the diverse selection bubble tea offers, first-time, casual and avid tea drinkers alike will have to make tough calls, and that includes choosing...

If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, do not be afraid to reach out. Shelby County and the state of Tennessee offer numerous services for those in need.

Addressing mental health during the pandemic

Molly Yuan May 3, 2020

The coronavirus pandemic has led to an unprecedented worldwide lockdown, causing global panic and uncertainty. Billions cannot go to school, work and social outings under strict stay-at-home orders, and...

The Draco Bros take the spotlight with a fervent rap performance. The Memphis-based rapper duo has been active since 2015.

The new rock n’ roll of Memphis

Molly Yuan March 27, 2020

A steady pulse palpitates throughout the city of Memphis: from the rushing Mississippi River to the bustling Beale Street, the Bluff City is alive with rhythm, and this is especially true of the city’s...

Poised and ready, the White Station winter guard solemnly anticipates the first beat of the music. This was the team's first ever competition, which took place at Houston High School in Germantown, TN.

White Station winter guard takes on Houston Colorfest

Molly Yuan March 26, 2020

A battalion of flags fly into the air, silks spinning in perfect unison. With a synchronized clink, the team of girls catch the poles and swiftly glide across the floor to pick up new pieces of equipment,...

The White Station winter guard learns a new rifle toss in preparation for the upcoming competitive season. The team has been active since 2018.

Flags and flourishes: A look into White Station’s first year winter guard team

Molly Yuan March 26, 2020

The debut of the Spartan color guard last fall is a spectacle that took many by surprise, as this auxiliary performance had been unheard of at White Station for years. What many people don’t know is...

Jason’s Deli’s “Reuben THE Great” sandwich is a concoction of hot corned beef, Swiss, sauerkraut, and Thousand Island dressing, grilled on rye. The deli is just one of many in Memphis to boast high quality sandwiches and subs.

Memphis’s best sub sandwiches

Molly Yuan March 11, 2020

The clash of tangy sauces, the savor of meats, veggies, and cheeses—there are few things better than gobbling down a freshly made sub sandwich, tailored to your taste. From fast food to fancy deli, there’s...

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