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Senior Chase Mullenix takes a breath before shooting a free throw. Mullenix leads his team in points per game, as he averages 17.8 in each contest. Against the Rails, Mullenix scored 16 points.

Trojan Boys’ Basketball Takes On a New Opponent

Hana Holtz, Editor January 24, 2019

The Des Moines Lincoln Railsplitters posed as a new competitor for the Atlantic Trojan boys’ basketball team in their matchup on Monday night. Lincoln is known for being one of the largest schools in...

THE LOOK OF SUCCESS - Speech participants grin after a rewarding day. Three of Atlantics four performing groups received one ratings at District Speech and will be advancing to State.

Three Groups Advance to State Speech Competition

Ashley Wendt, Lead Editor January 23, 2019

Three groups from the speech and debate team will advance to State after receiving one ratings at the District Large Group Speech Competition on Saturday, Jan. 19. Atlantic brought 11 students to Clarinda...

STAY DOWN - Junior Cale Roller takes control over his opponent. Roller was one of three Trojans to secure a John J. Harris individual title, along with senior Chase McLaren and sophomore Joe Weaver.

Atlantic-CAM Wins John J. Harris Tournament

Erin Wendt, Lead Editor January 23, 2019

The 64th annual John J. Harris Tournament in Corning, IA was held on Jan. 19. Scheduled as a two-day tournament, severe weather caused the change to a one-day tournament. The Atlantic-CAM Trojans had a...

LOCK IT UP - American History teacher Trace Peterson lectures during class. Peterson has been teaching at AHS for fourteen years.

Getting to Know an Iconic Teacher: Trace Petersen

Ariel Clark, Staff Writer January 21, 2019

Trace Petersen has been the American History teacher for Atlantic High School for 14 years and counting. He began in 2005, with the intent to retire closer to his family. Originally from Elkhorn, Petersen...

Haulin Drugs and Haulin Stars -- REVIEW

Haulin’ Drugs and Haulin’ Stars — REVIEW

Grace Clay, Editor January 21, 2019

As you already know, there will be spoilers ahead. Probably of both the major and minor variety. Leave now or forever hold your peace. I’ll begin with a basic plot explanation for those of you rebels...

Junior Tyler Moen stands tough on defense in Thursdays game against Clarinda. Moen led his team with 16 points against the Cardinals.

Atlantic Sweeps Clarinda in Boys’-Girls’ Doubleheader

Hana Holtz, Editor January 18, 2019

Both the boys’ and girls’ basketball teams headed for Clarinda on Thursday to take on the Cardinals. The game was supposed to be played the following night, but was moved up due to impending inclement...

STAND YOUR GROUND - Senior Logan Reilly plays defense during the Glenwood game. Reilly has been a consistent varsity starter for the 2018-19 season.

Another Loss to the Knights for the Trojans

Makynzie Steffens, Staff Writer January 18, 2019

The Trojan boys traveled to Carroll to face the Kuemper Catholic Knights on Tuesday, Jan. 15. Throughout the entirety of the game, both teams were head to head on the scoreboard. At the end of the...

EDWARD FOR COUNCIL- Many cast members perform a scene during the 2018 spring musical. The musical was titled Big Fish, and featured graduate Josh McLean as one of the lead roles.

In the Midst of Practice for “Anything Goes”

Shayla Luke and Da'Jai Wesson January 18, 2019

Working hard for opening night, preparation for the spring musical has taken effect. Titled “Anything Goes,” the production is making its way on stage in March. As an annual tradition, the cast is...

MAKING A MOVE- Senior Baylee Newell drives down the court during a game against the Shenandoah Fillies. Newell has been a member of the girls basketball team all four years of her high school career.

Close Game for Trojan Girls

Kennedy Goergen and Lauren Nicholas January 17, 2019

Trojan girls basketball took a hard fall to the Kuemper Catholic Knights on Tuesday, Jan. 15. Head coach Dan Vargason said the plan of attack for the game was to “get more pressure,” make the Knights...

READY TO GO - Sophomore Troy Roach and senior Sarah Schorle smile following the results of a competition. Roach and Schorle have both competed in student congress and also perform a duo piece together.

District Large Group to be Held on Saturday

Camryn Church, Staff Writer January 17, 2019

For speech and debate students, District Large Group is coming up on Saturday, Jan. 19. The event will be held at Clarinda High School, and the public can attend the event. A suggested $3 donation can...

GETTING INTO THE SWING OF THINGS - Show choir season is upon us. Both choirs will head to Dallas Center Grimes this weekend to compete. Katie Saluk, a member of Premiere, says, “This season will be really fun. We hope everyone can come support the choirs.”

Show Choir Season Kicks Off

Molly McFadden, Staff Writer January 16, 2019

LOOKING FOR ADVICE- Freshman Garrett McLaren seeks help from his coaches during his match at OA-BCIG. McLaren finished third at the Loyd Shaffer Tournament.

Atlantic-CAM Places Second at Loyd Shaffer Tournament

Caroline Pellett January 15, 2019

The Atlantic-Cam wrestling team traveled to Marion, IA for the Loyd Shaffer Tournament on Saturday, Jan. 12. The wrestlers left after school on Friday and arrived later that night where they practiced...

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