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The Mancing Boots strike a pose at the end of their routine at halftime during the Powder Puff Football Game.
Gallery: Students and Staff Celebrate Spirit Week 2025
After the first round of testimonies, student leader and head of the worship music team at FCA, Ava Jane Tomlinson, led the community in singing various worship songs. In an interview, Tomlinson said that the opportunity to lead the community by singing was an important part of the night because it brought people together. “I think it’s so cool to get to see so many people from our community worship our God, and I feel like it’s a really important part of my relationship with Christ,” Tomlinson said. “I want to give that to other people, and Fields of Faith gave me a really cool opportunity to do that, and to also show people that young people can lead worship too.” Tomlinson also discussed how her opportunity to sing impacted both her and those in attendance. “To be able to express my faith and worship through music has helped me grow so much as a leader,” Tomlinson said. “A lot of people came up to me afterwards and told me that they were really moved by the music. I think my being a student leader really helped people see the impact.”
Fellowship of Christian Athletes Hosts 6th Annual Fields of Faith
Posters showing depictions of basketball players accompanied by their top stats line the math hallway of Davie County High School.
Who’s the GOAT?
Voting will soon be underway for the 70th Annual Homecoming Court. Who will emerge victorious? Graphic by Lila Moore via Canva.com
Meet Davie County High School’s 70th Homecoming Court
Graphic By Grace Carroll
The Memory that Remains
Posters showing depictions of basketball players accompanied by their top stats line the math hallway of Davie County High School.
Who’s the GOAT?
Voting will soon be underway for the 70th Annual Homecoming Court. Who will emerge victorious? Graphic by Lila Moore via Canva.com
Meet Davie County High School’s 70th Homecoming Court
Graphic By Grace Carroll
The Memory that Remains
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First Impressions: Students React to the New Year
The Class of 2025 processes from the high school to the football stadium through a tunnel of cheering teachers as they prepare to graduate from Davie High School.
Oh, the Places They’ll Go: Davie County High School’s 2025 Graduation
Graphic by Emma Waddell via Canva.com
“We Are The Federal Law”: Executive Orders and the Expansion of Presidential Power
The fourteen-hour TikTok "ban" created confusion for a number of Americans as they contemplated life without their go-to short-form media app. Graphic designed by Grace Carroll via Canva.com
TikTok’s Fourteen-Hour Hiatus: What Did You Do?
Image by Mark Hatfield from Getty Images Signature via Canva.com | Graphic by Carden Stroud & Lila Moore
The Politics of Performance: Calls for Unity or Political Theater?
Davie Students Cast Their Votes: Mock Presidential Election 2024
Davie Students Cast Their Votes: Mock Presidential Election 2024
Political Participation: What It Is And Why It Matters
Political Participation: What It Is And Why It Matters
Max Cornatzer prepares to kick the ball for the blue devils to recive.
Seniors Celebrated as Football Falls to Blue Devils
Photo by Raela Wanek
Leaving the Nest: Aubrie Pulaski Commits to Montreat
Sophomore Kate Chaffin hits a forehand shot to her opponent.
2025-Peat: Womens Tennis Wins 5th Conference Championship
Lexi Marion extends the length of her stride as she pushes through towards the finish line of the race.
Breaking Barriers at the NPC Conference Championship
Ethan Lakey chases down an opponent at the Hares & Hounds Cross Country Invitational
PRs and Podiums: Davie Cross Country Takes on Hares & Hounds Invitational
(Left to Right) Megan Baker, Kamryn Harris, Laura Doub, and Meranda Shoemaker pose in front of the "Life of a War Eagle" bulletin board they designed as part of their annual tradition of creating Taylor Swift-themed boards to display in the third-floor history hallway.
“Why is the Eagle Sexy?” History’s Swifties and The Life of a War Eagle
Photo by Raela Wanek
Leaving the Nest: Aubrie Pulaski Commits to Montreat
Photo By Lila Moore
Meet the New Boss: Stone Joins DHS as New Principal
History teacher Zach Wood, dressed in paratrooper gear honoring a deceased veteran, poses with his father, Mark Wood, at the second annual Military History Museum.
“Veterans Die Twice”
Skylar Zuleger poses with her gold medal following her victory at the 2025 YMCA Short Course Nationals. | Photo courtesy Skylar Zuleger
The National Standard
(Left to Right) Megan Baker, Kamryn Harris, Laura Doub, and Meranda Shoemaker pose in front of the "Life of a War Eagle" bulletin board they designed as part of their annual tradition of creating Taylor Swift-themed boards to display in the third-floor history hallway.
“Why is the Eagle Sexy?” History’s Swifties and The Life of a War Eagle
Taylor Swift's "The Life of a Showgirl" is the artist's twelfth studio album. Graphic by Natalie Quance via Canva.com
“The Life of a Showgirl” Album Review
Graphic by Lila Moore
Talon Top Ten: Horror Movies that will leave you sick to your stomach
Graphic By Riley McNeil
From Woe to Whoa
(Left to Right) Senior Cora Nicholson and sophomore Keara Dowd (Sebastian and Ariel) perform "Under the Sea" during Davie High's production of "The Little Mermaid."
From Pit to Playbill: Davie’s ‘Little Mermaid’ Brings Live Music Under the Sea
The floral detailing on this dress is absolutely stunning, and it provides a level of elegance that makes this dress fit for any princess out there. The lace-up backing provides a lot of room and capability to cinch up your waist with a cute bow in the back.
Trending in Talon: Sleek Silhouettes & Vintage Variety
Graphic by Lena Parsley via Canva.com
The Best Sweets for Your Sweetheart
Junior Andrea Keller poses in a dress exemplifying one of many styles of dresses popular for homecoming fashion this year. | Photo and Graphic by Callie Wisecarver
Trending in Talon: 2024 Homecoming Dress Special
Trending in Talon: Easter Elegance & Glitzy Prom Glamour
Trending in Talon: Easter Elegance & Glitzy Prom Glamour
Say Yes to the Dress
Say Yes to the Dress
Taylor Swift's "The Life of a Showgirl" is the artist's twelfth studio album. Graphic by Natalie Quance via Canva.com
“The Life of a Showgirl” Album Review
Graphic By Riley McNeil
From Woe to Whoa
Original art by Luca Lopez-Hernandez inspired by "Invincible."
Not So Invincible, But That’s The Point
Graphic by Alana Stewart via Canva.com. "To Pimp a Butterfly" Album Cover © Top Dawg Entertainment
Talon Reviews: “To Pimp a Butterfly” by Kendrick Lamar, Tenth Anniversary
Graphic by Rylie Yount | Image by Dana Jacobs/FilmMagic
The Queer Pop Perfection of Chappell Roan
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Ranking (Almost) Every Alani Nu Flavor So You Don’t Have To
The floral detailing on this dress is absolutely stunning, and it provides a level of elegance that makes this dress fit for any princess out there. The lace-up backing provides a lot of room and capability to cinch up your waist with a cute bow in the back.
Trending in Talon: Sleek Silhouettes & Vintage Variety
The debate over Helen Keller's existence and accomplishments persists on social media, with many Davie High students believing that she "isn't real."
Helen Keller and What We “Learn” From TikTok
Graphic by Natalie Quance via Canva.com
Is True Love Dead in the 21st Century?
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The Best Sweets for Your Sweetheart
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A Touch of the ‘Tism
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Societal Standards: Through the Ages
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Yes, AI is Changing Your Face
Original art by Luca Lopez-Hernandez
Overcoming the Art of Overconsumption
Original art by Luca Lopez-Hernandez.
What We Know About the Nintendo Switch 2
Graphic by Rylie Yount via Canva.com
Sacrificing Identity at the Hands of a “Lover”
Graphic by Alana Stewart via Canva.com
Our Trauma is Not a Joke
Thanksgiving: A Picky Eater's Perspective
Thanksgiving: A Picky Eater’s Perspective
Graphic Designed by Kate Price
Facing Thanksgiving: Inside an Eating Disorder
Letters from the Editors: A Final Goodbye
Letters from the Editors: A Final Goodbye
Gigi Burgiss escorts Brody Ward through a tunnel of NHS students into the sanctuary of First Baptist Church, Mocksville, for the annual Hope Prom.
Annual Hope Prom Transports Soaring Eagles “Under the Sea”
Graphic by Grace Carroll
Hispanic Heritage at Davie High School
Senior 2 Senior: Connecting generations through writing 
Senior 2 Senior: Connecting generations through writing 
English teacher Erica Spry, organizer of the Cinderella Project, poses with students at the inaugural prom pop-up shop hosted at Davie High School.
The Magic of The Cinderella Project
From left to right: Ambassadors of Respect Mary Cain, Journey Bowman, Savannah Ivey, and Salem Taylor, with DRI reps Julia Lauwers and Julia Burazer at the 2021 Mocksville Christmas Parade.
What is The Davie Respect Initiative?
Graphic designed by Salem Taylor
Snow Day Dilemma: “Working from Home” in Davie County Schools
CTE teacher Will Marrs sits on top of a pile of donations. The items, initially intended to go to Watauga County, were rerouted to Newland Fire Department (Avery County, NC).
The Davie High Community Rallies in Support of Western North Carolina
Making Sense of Hurricane Helene Misinformation
Making Sense of Hurricane Helene Misinformation
Davie Students Cast Their Votes: Mock Presidential Election 2024
Davie Students Cast Their Votes: Mock Presidential Election 2024
Political Participation: What It Is And Why It Matters
Political Participation: What It Is And Why It Matters
The Mancing Boots strike a pose at the end of their routine at halftime during the Powder Puff Football Game.
Gallery: Students and Staff Celebrate Spirit Week 2025
After the first round of testimonies, student leader and head of the worship music team at FCA, Ava Jane Tomlinson, led the community in singing various worship songs. In an interview, Tomlinson said that the opportunity to lead the community by singing was an important part of the night because it brought people together. “I think it’s so cool to get to see so many people from our community worship our God, and I feel like it’s a really important part of my relationship with Christ,” Tomlinson said. “I want to give that to other people, and Fields of Faith gave me a really cool opportunity to do that, and to also show people that young people can lead worship too.” Tomlinson also discussed how her opportunity to sing impacted both her and those in attendance. “To be able to express my faith and worship through music has helped me grow so much as a leader,” Tomlinson said. “A lot of people came up to me afterwards and told me that they were really moved by the music. I think my being a student leader really helped people see the impact.”
Fellowship of Christian Athletes Hosts 6th Annual Fields of Faith
Original Graphic by Callie Wisecarver via Canva.com
Talon Talks: What Do You Need for College?
Sophomore Abigail Jepsen soaks in all of the cheering as she crosses the finish line to snag the 1st place spot.
“Inclusion is Within Everyone’s Ability”
Original graphic design by Callie Wisecarver & Matt Barker
Theater of Cringe: “The Irish Wish”
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Theater of Cringe: “Love & Gelato”

Hayden Smith and Riley McNeil • February 17, 2025
Callie Wisecarver
Return to the Theater of Cringe with this look at the film “Love & Gelato.”

Join hosts Hayden Smith and Riley McNeil as they return to the “Theater of Cringe” on “Talon Talks.” This week’s film is a romantic foray to Rome with the film “Love & Gelato.” Will this film overwhelm with the cringe, or will there be something to love in this sweet romance?

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Riley McNeil is a Junior Content Editor for the 2025- 2026 school year. Riley has been involved in the Weekly Talon all four years of her high school career. Outside of the Weekly Talon, Riley is an active member in the school’s NHS chapter and a part of the swim team. She can be seen at sports events taking pictures of the players, then following it up with a graphic or an article. Her goal is to pursue a degree in biomedical engineering at NC State or UNC Charlotte, in hopes of pursuing a career in prosthetics or orthopedics. 
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