• Exchange student Rodriguez brings Colombian charm

    Monday, March 06, 2006 By: Mary Katherine P.

    Juan Pablo Rodriguez is an 18-year-old foreign exchange student from Bogotá,Colombia. He is stayingwith Kayleb Bowes and family. “I believe that living with people in the United States is an excellent

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  • Bus drivers do double duty

    Tuesday, March 07, 2006 By: Candace S.

    Driving in itself is a great challenge. Driving with other people in the car as distractions is an even bigger challenge. Driving a school bus holding up to 52 kids is an even greater challenge.

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  • Tuesday, March 07, 2006 By:

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  • Problems arise from miscommunication

    Tuesday, March 07, 2006 By: Talon Editorial

    In early January during the Sago mine disaster in Tallmansville, W.Va., a miscommunication occurred.

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  • Gossip a regular feature of barbershops and hair salons

    Wednesday, March 08, 2006 By: Sam K.

    The aroma of shampoo and hairspray hits me the second I walk in the door. Customers are waiting their turns while they look on and eavesdrop on a very intense conversation between two people. The circ

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  • Feeling SAD? Alternatives to winter hibernation

    Wednesday, March 08, 2006 By: Olivia G.

    It’s a chilly Sunday morning in mid February. You wake up, look out the window at the gray sky and contemplate getting out of bed. After about five minutes of staring blankly at the barren landscape,

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  • Memories of Matthew, a student who touched many lives

    Thursday, March 09, 2006 By: Lindsey F.

    “When I think of Matt, I remember his sweet smile and warm greetings. I miss seeing this kind, friendly, pleasant young man in our halls.”

    -Brenda Vernon, English teacher

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  • Thrift passes away from injuries after car accident

    Thursday, March 09, 2006 By: Mary Kate B.

    On Dec. 21, 2005, AHS junior Matthew K. “Matt” Thrift died as a result of a car accident. The 16-year-old was driving on Elementary Drive on Tuesday, Dec. 13 when the car slipped on black ice.

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  • Record 10 seniors become Eagles

    Friday, March 10, 2006 By: Mary Katherine P.

    Earning the prestigious Eagle Scout award doesn’t come without determination, skill, and hard work. A record nine Eagles who are also students at AHS have received this award.

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  • Students prepare for college: Educational Talent Search helps more to attend college

    Friday, March 10, 2006 By: Jenny H.

    Ever heard the announcement for all Talent Search members to report to the cafeteria? Ever wonder why the same kids leave seventh period at 2:30 p.m. once a month? Those lucky kids, what have they bee

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The News for Abingdon High School

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Starting its 36th year, the Arts Array film series continues to bring more independent and foreign films to the region. Beginning in January, the films are shown every Monday and Tuesday at 4 and 7:30
Most girls don’t have trouble choosing between a sensitive, handsome man and a huge, wild gorilla. However, this is not the case in Peter Jackson’s new film, “King Kong.”
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Sure, she walks around on set with Colin Farrell and goes to pubs with the cast and crew of “The New World,” but to Ann-Ruffin Minarik, it’s all in a day’s work. The AbingdonHigh School and William an
In a unique interpretation of the story of Pocahontas and John Smith, filmmaker Terrence Malick brings to life the adventure of the English settlers upon arriving in the new world. Known for his work
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For many, music is a second language. However, only a few experience its true fluency. Canadian native Leslie Feist first entered the music scene while still in high school.
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In 1997, singer/guitarist Ben Gibbard set out to create an indie rock band. One must give him credit: Death Cab for Cutie has produced six full-length albums and three EPs since then. They got off to
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An unhappy spirit lonely in heaven, a mass murderer trying to cover his tracks, and a bizarre connection deeper than death surrounds Alice Sebold’s book, “The Lovely Bones.”
Most summer vacations are made up of late nights spent with friends, laughter, too much to eat, and as much time away from family as possible.
“Ferris Bueller’s Day Off,” a 1986 comedy directed by John Hughes, follows the adventures of Ferris Bueller (Matthew Broderick) and friends Cameron (Alan Ruck) and Sloane (Mia Sara) when he decides to
Fire Swamps, fencing, revenge, true love, and miracles. “The Princess Bride” is a twisted fairy tale with all the elements that make an all-around good movie. The beautiful maiden, Buttercup (Robin Wr
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