From acrobats to tight rope walkers. 

Juggling to the flying trapeze.

One hundred years ago, the traveling circus was at its peak with millions of Americans eager to see the show whenever the circus…

Hours spent refreshing Ticketmaster and SeatGeek has been the story for thousands of Taylor Swift fans across the country, waiting to get tickets for her upcoming tour. Due to COVID-19, Swift hasn’t…

With partygoers surging from every corner of the streets, ambulances speeding amongst the swarming stampede, and residents and tourists hopelessly falling to their knees, the nightlife district of South…

The Red Rhythm dance team went over to the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF), a foundation that has provided over 1.7 million breast health resources to those in need to help women and men affected…

Should citizens vote to keep Texas strong? Or is it time for a change in Austin? Many Texans have pondered such questions as Election Day approaches on Tuesday. The biggest state-wide race is for leadership…

Dedicated to celebrating the history of the queer community and their impact on the civil rights movement, October is Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ+) History Month. 

In addition…

Ever since she found her lump five years ago, life began to change for freshman volleyball coach Heather Whitcomb.

“When I first found a knot on my breast in mid-November, I scheduled my yearly exam…

For many young athletes, it takes years to succeed in a sport, but junior Sydni Wilkins found instant success with the Redhawks cross country team. Now she hopes to continue that success at Warren Park…

The graceful notes listen echo through the cavernous stadium as the queen bee gracefully makes her way to the center of the field.

Surrounding her, a swarm of “worker bees” compliment her poetic…

The Redhawks baseball season is over, but for senior Cade McGarrh, the start of what could be a promising future is just beginning.

It’s a journey that began more than a dozen years ago with a play…

While most would have to make a call or text to get in contact with their family, for senior Sydney Bishop, she can see her sister on demand, literally.

That’s because former Redhawk Laci Mosely,…

The fate of Gov. Greg Abbott’s directive regarding medical treatments provided to transgender children that could apply to school employees, as well as all licensed professionals who have direct contact…

“I had developed this obsession with trying to be skinny. I was obsessed with the number on the scale, the number around my waist, the number on the nutrition label,” junior Carol Olamit* said. “I…

In what is being called a “peacekeeping” mission by the Kremlin, Russia has sent troops into eastern Ukraine in what is another step in the growing tension in eastern Europe. 

Although there have…

She enters the home of her piano playing, violin plucking, trumpet sounding family and knows she’s in the right place. 

Senior violist and trumpet player Julia Johnson has been immersed in the world…

Every year, teachers get a new batch of students. Months go by and then sometime later, the familiar faces are forever gone after graduation. But life can take some interesting turns, as one day a former…

According to Polaris, approximately one in five teens ages 12 to 18 suffer from at least one mental health disorder.  

But in years past mental health wasn’t talked about openly.

However, its…

Food pantries and similar volunteer organizations have been around for generations, providing a helping hand to those in need. However, the past few years have brought many ups and downs for families…

The reputation and rankings of Frisco and Frisco ISD seem to be stellar and paint a picture of an ideal place to live.

But living in Frisco ISD doesn’t present the same reality for everyone as 13 percent…

The counseling department has started a new monthly tradition that brings food trucks on campus for teachers to enjoy. 

“We think this is important for our teachers to have something fun to look…

For many, it’s a dream to have national recognition. Dreams have become reality for senior Seoyoung Kong as she won first place in the United States White House Art Competition. 

“I really didn’t…

With Spider-Man: No Way Home opening in theaters Friday, Spider-Man is on many minds, but for teacher Haley Brown, the web-slinger has been a lifelong hero and inspiration.

“I’ve loved Spider-Man…

It’s almost as if her fate was bound to be in books as her dad’s work foreshadowed her career.

The oldest daughter of author Reavis Z. Wortham, campus librarian Chelsea Hamilton, knew what…

Leaving the hospital after birth is the start of a new chapter for most families, but that’s not the case for all students.

At just a few days old, more than 7,000 miles away, junior Hannah Beeler…

On November 5, 2021, 50,000 people headed to Astroworld, a music festival in Houston. A night that was supposed to be a fun, one in a lifetime opportunity would become the seventh-highest mass casualties…

After years of advocating, an effort originally started by social studies teachers in Houston ISD, the state of Texas officially recognized an African American studies course to be taught in high schools…

At a time when fake news and misinformation is showing up more frequently on social media feeds, Care Wiki, a non-profit organization founded by senior Stephanie Chung, is seeking to explain and debunk…

“I found my lump on January, 10 of 2018.”

That was the day everything began to change for the Coppinger family. 

Six days later, Lisa Coppinger was officially diagnosed with triple negative…

Every month the Frisco ISD Board of Trustees meets to discuss school district business but some people may not realize students can address the board to talk about a variety of issues facing students.
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Stereotypes are generalizations made about groups of people that may or may not have a bit of truth embedded within them and can have a range of effects on those whom they describe. In American society…

If you would’ve told me two years ago that I would have dreads right now, I would probably laugh in your face. The mere thought of a permanent hairstyle back then would make me break a sweat. Candidly,…

Chuseok (추석) or Hangawi (한가위) is one of the most important holidays of the year for Koreans. The 15th day of the eighth lunar month serves as a time to give thanks for family and their ancestors…

In 1968, a scene of civil unrest and Hispanic rights movements led to the creation of Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon B. Johnson. This was later extended to become National Hispanic Heritage…

Millions of Americans will be taking time tomorrow to remember those who risked and sacrificed their lives in the aftermath of the terrorist attacks of 9/11. This year marks the 20th anniversary of 9/11…

The rush to flee Afghanistan continues Monday after the Taliban seized the city of Kabul on Aug. 15. In the days that followed, the Taliban seized the palace, took over the government, and reached the…

Marvel Studios’ released their first ever film with an Asian lead, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings on Friday. Not only is this Marvel’s first Asian superhero film, it’s also the fourth…

Sharp rise in cases.

Shortage of hospital beds and oxygen tanks.

An overloaded healthcare system with only one doctor for every 100 patients.

Countless deaths and cremations.

India, and its…

Under a loft bed, two friends from English class started making music.

From that same loft bed, a record label came to be: Top Bunk Recordings. Memorial High School seniors Diego Fernandez and Kaleb…


A woman spit at in her own garage.

An elderly man being sucker-punched on the street.

Another woman being pulled by her hair on a public bus.

The common denominator: each of these victims…

It’s common for students to start working in high school, but since the pandemic began last year, many students began their own business.

But while several students turned to sweets, sophomore Emily…

Wizards and witches and warlocks, oh my!

In the fantastical world of Dungeons and Dragons, players can take on the persona of these characters and many more in an epic storytelling game that has…

Director, writer, producer, editor and filmmaker, a senior on campus is all that.

And now, he’s getting ready for the next stage in his career.

According to HollywoodReporter, University of Southern…

Nearly 7,000 miles from Texas and approximately 1/6th the size of the Lone Star state, Korean pop culture is popular throughout America, and here on campus it’s no different.

For many Redhawks, the…

Most teams strive to create a feeling of family both on and off of the field. However, it is easier for some than others. For three pairs of coaches and athletes this comes naturally, as multiple sports…

Lacing up her Dr. Martens, cuffed jeans, and long-sleeve flannel, senior Ayah Hatahet is ready for the day.

She walks into school with her head held high, having pieced together a fashionable outfit….

Hosted by junior Hamsa Madhira, this podcast talks about various socio-political issues, ideas, and experiences that are personal to her identity as a South Asian and Immigrant. This week, she will discuss…

After working on campus for 13 years in the technology department, Merry Moch replaced computers with cookies.

It all started when her daughter Sydney went to college at Colorado State University and…

Elitist schools.

Star-crossed lovers.

Spies.

Junior Anisya Nair explores these YA cliches in her debut published novel Coming of Page; an opportunity for Nair to give some overused concepts a…

The mask mandate in Texas will be no more starting March 10, after Governor Greg Abbott has announced on Tuesday that Texas will fully reopen and the state-wide mask mandate will be repealed, with businesses…

Cones, clipboards, and a loud voice are all part of a coach’s toolbox. But when it comes to motivational talks, metaphors are king.

One of the biggest in the sports world is calling a family a team.
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