Columbus area wildfire destroys Katy teacher’s home
Amy Yu, Co-Editor in Chief
September 30, 2011
Among the remains were a cherry wood writing desk, topped with leather and brought from South Africa; a white wedding dress, a line of laundry, and a blue-hued Christmas plate from England. Mostly, pieces of broken wood, charred from flames and gray with soot, littered the area where Rylander Elementary... Read more »
Coach’s Thoughts as district football season begins
Shaun Lal, Sports Editor
September 29, 2011
First of all, we just want to know. When exactly did you choose a starting quarterback? We are rotating Cole [Thomas], Jack [Steed], Luke [Klingler], and J.C. [Chandler], and all four have done some good things for us so far this season. They all have strengths that they bring to the table and give... Read more »
Cinco Ranch Presents…
Taral Patel, News Editor
September 29, 2011
DJ A-Fray: Legacies live on in the Frailey household. Anderson’s father and Katy ISD Superintendent, Alton Frailey, used to DJ during his days in high school in college. Following his example, Anderson finds both the music and the monetary incentive an irrefutable and irresistible offer. Anderson... Read more »
Cell phone policy questioned due to possibility of cheating
Michelle Chong, Features Editor
September 29, 2011
A new age of casually using cell phones during school has arrived. Recently, the KatyISD administration issued a new policy concerning tbe use of cell phone devices during school for students. Students are allowed to use their cellular devices as long as the usage remains limited in the hallways and... Read more »
Satire: Students Clamor For More Budget Cuts
Trevor Nichols, Staff Writer
September 29, 2011
Last year, students proved that our generation will stand up against injustice at any cost. Therefore, it is important for the administration to listen to what our student body is currently demanding. We want more budget cuts. “We haven’t seen any real action in cutting expenses yet,” junior Fine... Read more »
Volleyball season starts strong, team comes together
Camryn Fuller, staff writer
September 29, 2011
Lady Cougars work their magic, spiking, setting and serving balls in the face of the competition. This year’s varsity volleyball squad started off with a bang. The ladies immediately built confidence with four wins in the first tournament of the season against Nimitz (2-0), Faith West (2-0), Lamar... Read more »
On the campaign trail; Governor Perry takes Texas budget agenda national
Molly Wade, Staff wirter
September 29, 2011
For some reason, Texas loves Rick Perry. He has proved it three times in the past ten years making it harder to argue with. Governor Rick Perry is now running to be the President of the United States. When asked last May if he would make a run for the office, Perry said, “I’m going to think about... Read more »
First photography club meeting kicks off
Shiva Mirzahaidar, Staff Writer
September 29, 2011
The new Photography Club held its first meeting on Sept. 8 with over 30 interested students who attended. Sophomore Beth Legg, who founded the club in order to share photography with others, said that the meeting was a success. “I was pleasantly surprised with the turnout.” Sophomore Kelly McComas... Read more »
Mountaineer embraces Texas homecoming tradition
Elizabeth Hale, Staff Writer
September 29, 2011
It is that time of year again. Go dress shopping, buy mums, and call the party bus company. It is time for boys to think up with the most romantic way to ask out their date, and girls to sit and worry if they will even get asked. You guessed it; it is almost time for homecoming. With the date approaching,... Read more »
NBA: where nothing will happen
Shaun Lal, Sports Editor
September 29, 2011
Update: The 2011-2012 NBA season began on Dec. 25 and was shortened from 82 to 66 games. The most talked about event in sports last year was Lebron James’ “ Decision”. The 2011 NBA Finals garnered the highest basketball television ratings in seven years. Basketball jersey sales have been on a... Read more »
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