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The Stars of the Flex Time performance line up after the show, knowing Gordon Lightfoot would be proud.
What the Ship? A Flex Time Tribute Performance
Graphic by Lila Moore via Canva.com
Bigger, Brighter, and Better: The Band Blasts Off With the Fall Concert
FCA member Haily Davis explains the gameplan for the FCA cornhole to young new prospective players.
Back From the Grave: Trunk or Treat Returns Bigger Than Ever
Students in animal science two line up in anticipation of showing off their sheeps outfits that they have spent the last two weeks crafting.
Shear Fashion: Davie’s BAAshful Models
EC teacher Lindsey Custer attempts to open Canvas on Monday, October 20, during the Amazon Web Services (AWS) outage.
“When Things Go Wrong:” AWS Outage Puts Social and Academic Life on Pause
The Stars of the Flex Time performance line up after the show, knowing Gordon Lightfoot would be proud.
What the Ship? A Flex Time Tribute Performance
FCA member Haily Davis explains the gameplan for the FCA cornhole to young new prospective players.
Back From the Grave: Trunk or Treat Returns Bigger Than Ever
Students in animal science two line up in anticipation of showing off their sheeps outfits that they have spent the last two weeks crafting.
Shear Fashion: Davie’s BAAshful Models
EC teacher Lindsey Custer attempts to open Canvas on Monday, October 20, during the Amazon Web Services (AWS) outage.
“When Things Go Wrong:” AWS Outage Puts Social and Academic Life on Pause
Posters showing depictions of basketball players accompanied by their top stats line the math hallway of Davie County High School.
Who’s the GOAT?
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
Senior Bailey Aderhold stands courtside at a Winston-Salem Stealers game after her ACL surgery.
An Athlete’s Dreaded Injury: ACL Tears Impact Davie High Athletes
Davie defense takes down a West Mecklenburg player.
“Onto the Next”: Davie vs. West Mecklenburg Playoff Game Recap
Ethan Driver sets his eyes on the endzone after he catches the ball, ready to run his path to a touchdown.
Ethan Driver’s Road to D1
Berkley Brown takes strides towards the finish line of the 7A State Championship meet, pushing to use the last of her energy on the final kick.
Davie Cross Country Debuts at 7A State Championships
Photo by Sophia McMurray
The Hidden Season: An Inside Look at JV Football
Senior Bailey Aderhold stands courtside at a Winston-Salem Stealers game after her ACL surgery.
An Athlete’s Dreaded Injury: ACL Tears Impact Davie High Athletes
Ethan Driver sets his eyes on the endzone after he catches the ball, ready to run his path to a touchdown.
Ethan Driver’s Road to D1
Photo by Sophia McMurray
The Hidden Season: An Inside Look at JV Football
(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
Graphic by Lila Moore via Canva.com
Bigger, Brighter, and Better: The Band Blasts Off With the Fall Concert
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HamilTen: Ten Years Of Revolution On Broadway
(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
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
Graphic by Rylie Yount via Canva.com
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?
Graphic by Lena Parsley via Canva.com
The Best Sweets for Your Sweetheart
When loading the Tea App, users are presented with a series of images of men in their area, with the option to "post a man" themselves often appearing at the bottom of the screen. Graphic by Grace Carrol via Canva.com
Tea App Troubles: When Safety Meets Slander
Graphic by Anna Hedrick via Canva.com
“So Incredibly Embarrassing”: The Epidemic of PDA at Davie County High School
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How Old Is “Too Old” For Trick-or-Treating?
Graphic by Alana Stewart via Canva.com
A Touch of the ‘Tism
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Societal Standards: Through the Ages
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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Maddie Ratledge, Staff Writer

Maddie Ratledge is currently in the 11th grade and is a member of The Weekly Talon and the Davie High tennis team. She is starting her first year as a student leader for Davie YoungLife, and is planning to go to a four-year university and pursue being a speech pathologist for elementary-age students.

All content by Maddie Ratledge
FCA member Haily Davis explains the gameplan for the FCA cornhole to young new prospective players.

Back From the Grave: Trunk or Treat Returns Bigger Than Ever

Maddie Ratledge and Lilly Foster
November 7, 2025
EC teacher Lindsey Custer attempts to open Canvas on Monday, October 20, during the Amazon Web Services (AWS) outage.

“When Things Go Wrong:” AWS Outage Puts Social and Academic Life on Pause

Maddie Ratledge, Cadence Mau, Amelia Elledge, and Emory Butler
October 29, 2025
Graphic By Grace Carroll

The Memory that Remains

Maddie Ratledge
September 19, 2025
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