The Central High Times Central High School Springfield, MO Issue Date: 4/24/2008 Issue: April 24, 2008 Last Update: 5/12/2008 Visit School Website |
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Prescription drug abuse rising By Elisha Lurvey The use of over-the-counter and prescription drugs in teens is increasing rapidly, according to Chris Davis, administrator of preventative services for the Community Partnership for Prevention. Prescription abuse may soon increase over illegal drugs w... full story > Kring shoots for hole-in-one record By Michael Blumreich In the game of golf lower scores are better and there are many different ways to score low. Senior Kevin Kring, however, scored the lowest possible with a hole in one. A hole in one means that on a par three, the golfer makes the ball in t... full story >
Teens work to raise money By Jordan Larson The district-wide school dance held at Parkview High School on April 4 raised nearly $6,000 with 1,100 students in attendance. full story >
By Mallory McGinnis For the third year in a row the Central High School One-Act has qualified for state competition. Before the qualification of Servant of Two Masters in 2006 and Black Elk in 2007 Central had not qualified for state drama competition in 14 years. full story > Iraq War long enough By Matt Hicks Five years into the war in Iraq, years after our administration declared “Mission Accomplished,” is a disappointing milestone. The majority of Americans disagree with continued war and occupation of Iraq, yet there is a gap in policy with our leaders. If ... full story > District verdict on snow days By Brennan Nuber full story > Student achievements noted Recently, Central students have broken school records and accomplished in several fields. By Jordan Larson full story > In Memorium Andrea Teel By Linda Hou full story > Spring play full story > Central idols Students choose personal idols By Linda Hou full story > IB Program Shining light on the future for some Central students By Mallory McGinnis full story >
By Anisha Rimal With lines like “Yesterday is history and tomorrow is a mystery--you got to make it do in the moment baby,” director Robert Luketic’s 21 seems to have all the appeal of a smooth, smart piece of entertainment. Unfortunately, the cards just don’t play out i... full story >
Nine Inch Nails Ghosts 1-4 By Lacey Shaw Ghosts 1-4, Nine Inch Nails’ latest installment offers a different side of the band. The album offers a series of instrumental sounds mixed into 36 tracks. full story > Girls track hopes for season of records By Marc Simon full story >
Run Fatboy Run runs right into heart By Kaitlin McAfee Run Fatboy Run, starring Simon Pegg takes the audience for a heartfelt and hilarious ride through the life of Dennis, a clueless and slightly overweight bachelor who can scarcely afford to pay his rent. full story > Elite colleges not worth stress By Staff editorial As the year comes to an end, the time has arrived for seniors to receive college admissions, rejections and wait-listed letters. The stress of this time can be felt everywhere, from classrooms to hallways. The pressure to get into a top school is overwhel... full story > Central Spirit Fairbank keeps busy with lacrosse, clubs By Michael Blumreich full story > Chilly start for guys golf By Michael Blumreich The start of the guys golf season has been a cold one in more ways than one. In the first tournament of the season at Twin Hills Country Club in Joplin, the weather was cold and wet, and the teams’ playing was just as cold. full story > Boys track features new coach By Marc Simon This year’s guys track season will consist of many areas of improvement as well as areas of strength. New head coach Ozzie Riley has been very satisfied with his team so far. Riley said, “We have runners that are as good as any others in the distric... full story > Basketball players picked for honors By Ashley Clements full story > |
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