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Atalaya Burden is a graduating senior from Tennessee High School and looks forward to her future.
Her path to the classroom- Atalaya Burden’s journey to becoming an educator
Jocelyn Hendricks, Staff Writer | May 13, 2026

From a young age, senior Atalaya Burden loved helping other children, including her siblings and kids at her church daycare.  However, she rarely...

Dominic Shipley looks forward to his future at UTK.
National Merit Finalist Dominic Shipley to study Mechanical Engineering at UTK
May 13, 2026
The Mighty Viking Band, pictured here marching down State Street in the Bristol Veteran's Day Parade, will soon march down Constitution Avenue NW, in Washington, D.C., in the National Memorial Day Parade.
The Mighty Viking Band takes on D.C., marches in the National Memorial Day Parade
Ellie Davis, Staff Writer | May 12, 2026
The cast of Emma had rehearsal on stage in the Tennessee High auditorium before their first performance.
Viking Players perform Emma! A Pop Musical
Ellie Bouton, Business Manager | May 13, 2026
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Vikings Vocalize by sharing favorite Halloween stories
Vikings Vocalize by sharing favorite Halloween stories
Neela Cooke, Staff Writer | October 10, 2025
The Viking D-Line looks towards the side line for a defensive play call. 
L-R(Ben Stokes, Cooper Booher, Kalel Honaker, Preston Feagins, Isaac Stevens)
Vikings shine on homecoming ‘neon night’, roll through Crockett 42-0
Jacob Phillips, Assistant Editor (Fall 2025) | October 10, 2025
Coach Brad Stubbs (left) in a childhood Halloween costume and Mariah Skeens and her mother (right) wearing matching costumes.
Traditions Then and Now: Halloween Across Generations
Nevaeh Everhart, Assistant Editor (Fall 2025) | October 10, 2025
Junior Cade Surber chats with Mrs. Bartley
New counselor regulations: how stricter communication with parents could harm or help students
Dylan Walden, Staff Writer | October 10, 2025
The GOAT Isaiah white flexes his 8 rings.
“HIM”(2025): Football. Family. God.
Dylan Walden, Staff Writer | October 10, 2025
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The cast of Emma had rehearsal on stage in the Tennessee High auditorium before their first performance.
Viking Players perform Emma! A Pop Musical
Ellie Bouton, Business Manager

On the evening of April 17, 2026, the lights in the Tennessee High School auditorium dimmed, and the...

Lucy Millwood [left] and Sophia Streetman [right] with water guns in hand, getting prepared to eliminate their target(s).
THS Senior Assassin brings seniors together before graduation
Jocelyn Hendricks and Marley Arnold

Final exams and graduation can add extra stress to seniors’ final days of high school. To offset this,...

Senior Bree Adams plans to attend the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where she will major in interior architecture.
Bree Adams: Designing her dream future
Ellie Bouton, Business Manager

Every year, the pressure on teens to figure out a career path and narrow down a multitude of job options...

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Branch Sword uses watercolors to work on Joey and Friends in his spare classtime.
From crayons to comics: The artistic journey of “Joey and Friends” creator Branch Sword
Gionna Russo, Social Media Co-Manager (Fall 2025)

Drawing is a natural stage of development for each and every person, but uniquely, Branch Sword recounts...

The Viking D-Line looks towards the side line for a defensive play call. 
L-R(Ben Stokes, Cooper Booher, Kalel Honaker, Preston Feagins, Isaac Stevens)
Vikings shine on homecoming ‘neon night’, roll through Crockett 42-0
Jacob Phillips, Assistant Editor (Fall 2025)

The Stone Castle was glowing with neon last Friday for the homecoming matchup with David Crockett. The...

Dominic Shipley outside the U.S. Coast Guard Academy. (Courtesy of Dereck Shipley)
Following a week of rigorous Coast Guard training, Dominic Shipley looks towards the future
Aiden Smith, Editor-in-Chief (Fall 2025)

As lunchtime approached, Dominic Shipley and his fellow AIMsters braced themselves. As they sat down...

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Photo of future UTK student, Chloe Whitt, standing outside of the Stone Castle.
A competitor through and through: Chloe Whitt’s ambition catches the eye of multiple schools
Ellie Bouton, Business Manager | May 12, 2026
Astraia Kudela leads the Mighty Viking Band dressed in her show attire.
Astraia Kudela: The Heart of the Mighty Viking Band
Marley Arnold, Staff Writer | May 12, 2026
Senior Haley Kiser looks forward to her future at the University of Tennessee and reflects on her time at Tennessee High.
Haley Kiser: embracing creativity in the final days of high school
May 12, 2026
Reed Miller smiling for a picture after receiving his award for all-tournament.
Continuing his Career: Reed Miller Becomes a King Tornado
Scarlett Peel, Staff Writer | May 12, 2026
Landon Johnson poses with some of his recent paintings, including a painting of a Viking.
Landon Johnson shines, continues to learn new arts
Lily Hughes, Editor-In-Chief | May 12, 2026
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Maroon Mini Crossword - Friday, April 17th
Maroon Mini Crossword – Friday, April 17th
Esme Lin, Social Media Manager | April 17, 2026
Maroon Mini Crossword - Friday, April 10th
Maroon Mini Crossword – Friday, April 10th
Lily Hughes, Editor-In-Chief | April 10, 2026
Sublime's 2026 album "Until The Sun Explodes" on Spotify
Bridging the gap: Sublime’s 2026 album, “Until The Sun Explodes,” could be the revival of the SoCal scene
Ellie Bouton, Business Manager | April 2, 2026
Blooming plants and trees in front of Viking Hall display hopeful and visible signs of spring.
Unplugging: Spring break lets students step away from school to thrive
Jocelyn Hendricks, Staff Writer | April 2, 2026
Student Scarlett Peel visits Allsides.com, a website designed to provide people with balanced news.  Typically, it focuses on a major news story and links articles an article from the left, right, and center, so readers can consider media bias as they inform themselves of recent issues.
Staying Informed and Paying Attention to News Bias
Bella Jones, Staff | April 2, 2026
Senior Quotes Due Friday, April 10th
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March 30, 2026
The crowd erupts after the Vikings make a major basket, showcasing their support.
Vikings win home substate game, advance to state tournament
Lily Hughes, Editor-In-Chief | March 13, 2026
Maroon Mini Crossword - March 13th, 2026
Maroon Mini Crossword – March 13th, 2026
Ellie Davis, Staff Writer | March 13, 2026
Peer tutor Sydney Clark helps a student swim across the pool, allowing him to reach the finish line.
Students and teachers come together to participate in 15th annual Adaptive Aquatics
Lily Hughes, Editor-In-Chief | March 7, 2026
Maroon Mini Crossword - March 6th, 2026
Maroon Mini Crossword – March 6th, 2026
Jocelyn Hendricks, Staff Writer | March 6, 2026
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Viking basketball fans erupt in excitement as Reed Miller scores a three-point basket in the substate game against Clinton High School.
Racking up more than points: Vikings basketball leaves their mark with a successful season
Lily Hughes, Editor-In-Chief | May 12, 2026
The boys and girls tennis teams line up for media day as a collective team.
A Quick Swing into THS Tennis: Fresh New Faces and Experienced Players Returning
Esme Lin, Social Media Manager | April 19, 2026
Connecticut's Braylon Mullins (No. 24) shooting his game-winning 3-pointer against Duke.
March Madness: Final Four Journey to Indianapolis
Scarlett Peel, Staff Writer | April 2, 2026
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Photo of future UTK student, Chloe Whitt, standing outside of the Stone Castle.
A competitor through and through: Chloe Whitt’s ambition catches the eye of multiple schools
Ellie Bouton, Business Manager | May 12, 2026
Astraia Kudela leads the Mighty Viking Band dressed in her show attire.
Astraia Kudela: The Heart of the Mighty Viking Band
Marley Arnold, Staff Writer | May 12, 2026
Senior Haley Kiser looks forward to her future at the University of Tennessee and reflects on her time at Tennessee High.
Haley Kiser: embracing creativity in the final days of high school
May 12, 2026
Reed Miller smiling for a picture after receiving his award for all-tournament.
Continuing his Career: Reed Miller Becomes a King Tornado
Scarlett Peel, Staff Writer | May 12, 2026
Landon Johnson poses with some of his recent paintings, including a painting of a Viking.
Landon Johnson shines, continues to learn new arts
Lily Hughes, Editor-In-Chief | May 12, 2026
The crowd erupts after the Vikings make a major basket, showcasing their support.
Vikings win home substate game, advance to state tournament
Lily Hughes, Editor-In-Chief | March 13, 2026
Haynesfield Elementary school 3rd grade students all contribute to Vikings and Longboat
Virginia Duff Fine Arts Festival celebrates young creatives
Marley Arnold, Staff Writer | March 11, 2026
Juniors Andrew Sells and Callie Baker mixing the ingredients for their cookie dough in Culinary Arts I.
Sizzlin’ Seniors: How taking Culinary Arts at THS will impact college life
Scarlett Peel, Staff Writer | February 11, 2026
The restored cupola has been freshly painted and includes the finial from the original design.
Preserving a Legacy: Tennessee High’s Historic Cupola Undergoes Restoration
Aiden Bunning, Layout Editor | February 10, 2026
A drone view of a car driving through the snow covered woods of Blauvelt State Park in Orangetown, New York, U.S., December 27, 2025. REUTERS/Mike Segar
Ease Seasonal Depression Through Listening to Summer Hits
Marley Arnold, Staff Writer | January 30, 2026
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Maroon Mini Crossword - Friday, April 17th
Maroon Mini Crossword – Friday, April 17th
Esme Lin, Social Media Manager | April 17, 2026
Maroon Mini Crossword - Friday, April 10th
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Lily Hughes, Editor-In-Chief | April 10, 2026
Sublime's 2026 album "Until The Sun Explodes" on Spotify
Bridging the gap: Sublime’s 2026 album, “Until The Sun Explodes,” could be the revival of the SoCal scene
Ellie Bouton, Business Manager | April 2, 2026
With the recent news, a sign has been placed on the exterior of the store stating the closure of the business. The sign also states the final store hours as the concessions for the concert on April 10th.
Anti-bullying Concert Sparks Hope for Viking Brew After Filing for Bankruptcy*
Aiden Bunning and Scarlett Peel | April 1, 2026
New Desmos graphing calculator screen featuring social media, shopping, and food services.
Desmos expands to include social media, shopping, and even DoorDash*
Ellie Davis and Esme Lin | April 1, 2026
In Viking Hall, a small crack in the wall reveals a labyrinth of hidden lounges where retired teachers reside, full of nice couches, pool tables, TVS, and of course, bookshelves.
Viking Hall’s Top Secret Teacher Living Quarters Unveiled*
Lily Hughes and Jocelyn Hendricks | April 1, 2026
Four members of the TN High hobby horsing team from left to right, including Kaylyn Conley, Ava Mayo, Kaylee Reese, and James Colley.
Tennessee High School establishes the first-ever co-ed Hobby Horsing team*
Ellie Bouton and Marley Arnold | April 1, 2026
Maroon Mini Crossword - Friday, March 27th
Maroon Mini Crossword – Friday, March 27th
Scarlett Peel, Staff Writer | March 27, 2026
Maroon Mini Crossword - March 6th, 2026
Maroon Mini Crossword – March 6th, 2026
Jocelyn Hendricks, Staff Writer | March 6, 2026
Maroon Mini Crossword - Friday, February 6th, 2026
Maroon Mini Crossword – Friday, February 6th, 2026
Lily Hughes, Editor-In-Chief | February 6, 2026
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