Public library attracts teens through several activities
December 2, 2010 • Katie Krug, Staff Reporter
Filed under Feature
Many people wouldn’t expect a dance party in a library, but at the Hays Public Library Young Adult Department, it’s only one of many things librarians do to draw teens in. They hold themed days and provide crafts and snacks, but of course, they also draw teens in with books. Rows and rows of young... Read more »
Facebook keeps teens, families stay connected
December 2, 2010 • Katie Krug, Staff Reporter
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Click. The friend request box is blinking with a new request. Upon clicking the viewing page, the teen views the profile, asking “Who in the world is this?” After a second, realization hits. It’s an old friend. With many people moving around, it’s hard to stay connected. With the invention of... Read more »
Frost Fest kicks off holiday season
December 2, 2010 • Erica Staab, A&E Editor
Filed under News, Top Stories
The cold smell of winter is in the air. Gloves and coats are now necessary, and the only thing that’s left to make it officially winter is a nice fresh layer of snow. With hot chocolate and fireplaces all coming into season, and Christmas lights on almost every house, the holiday season seems to be... Read more »
I always chalk for revenge
December 2, 2010 • Erica Staab, A&E Editor
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Dressed in black, the car ninjas have struck again, plastering cars with dirty words, pictures and insults in a multitude of colors. Chalking insults on a car is the latest trend can be equal to harassment, and isn’t always done as a joke. So why is chalking insults the latest trend? “I always chalk... Read more »
Financial aid work night
December 6, 2010 • Jackie Balzer, Online Editor
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The annual Financial Aid Work Night for any and all interested seniors and parents is on Mon. Dec. 6 at 7 p.m. The purpose of the evening is to explain how to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA enables students to apply for need-based scholarships, grants, loans,... Read more »
NHS community service project
December 6, 2010 • Jackie Balzer, Online Editor
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National Honor Society has begun their “Hays High Holiday Help” community service project. NHS has “adopted” eight families to help out this holiday season, each with children. They will be presenting these families with food baskets and gifts to help make their Christmas holiday a little brighter. NHS... Read more »
Boys basketball places third at Shootout
December 6, 2010 • Kellen Griffin, Staff Reporter
Filed under Sports, Top Stories
The boys basketball team finished third place at the Hays City Shootout this past weekend. On their way to the third place finish the team beat Riley County, lost to Kearney, and beat Newton. Seniors Zack Gaughan and Seth Tophoj led the team to a 55-44 win over Riley County. Gaughan led the team in points... Read more »
Scholars Bowl Begins Season
December 8, 2010 • Katie Krug, Staff Reporter
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The Scholars Bowl team went to Norton on Nov. 29. and won their first three rounds against Osborne, Logan and Colby. The team lost its next two rounds against Norton II and TMP. Hays rallied for a final win against Atwood in their last round winning 85- 40. The team nearly made it to the semi-final round... Read more »
Winter pep assembly
December 8, 2010 • Bonnie McRae, Staff Reporter
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The winter sports assembly occurred on Thursday, Dec. 2 in Gym A. The assembly consisted of the winter sports coaches speaking about the upcoming year and the goals expected by the teams. Coaches from boys swimming, girls and boys basketball, and wrestling introduced their senior captains and after a... Read more »
Swimming at Salina and Maize
December 10, 2010 • Kylee Filley, Staff Reporter
Filed under Sports
The swimming boys started their season at Salina South. There were eight races in which at least one Indian swimmer competed. Sophomore Connor Hess placed fifth with a time of 2:20.49. In the 200 Individual, medaling fifth was senior Nathan Adams (2:34.02). Adams also placed fifth in the 100 Back race... Read more »
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