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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 designed by Riley McNeil via Canva.com
The Weekly Talon’s 2024–2025 Student Choice Awards
SkillsUSA seniors pose with advisors Seth James and Angela Reeves at the first SkillsUSA Signing Day at Davie High
A Different Kind of Commitment: SkillsUSA Hosts First Signing Day
Caleb Wagner sits with his pen pal, Judy, at Davie Senior Services. The two are just now meeting for the first time after months of correspondence.
“Empathy Above Cruelty”
Davie County High School
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
As Davie High completes a trial of the app SmartPass, a digital hall pass system, both students and teachers find themselves conflicted about the app's use at the high school. Graphic designed by Lila Moore via Canva.com
SmartPass Tracking System Debuts to Mixed Reviews
One of many images circulating through the Davie High Snapchat story shows a message placed in a spot once occupied by a mirror. The message "putt it back" was written using wet paper towels.
Vanity Versus Vandalism: DHS Removes Mirrors from Bathrooms
Soaring Eagle student BJ Holleman struts his stuff with the support of a Heroes of Hope club member.
Superhero Spotlight: Fashion Show Highlights Students, Supports Community
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
Graphic by Hayden Smith via Canva.com
Carolina Panthers Week One Recap
Photo By Riley McNeil
A Strong Start for Men’s Soccer
Cam Knox, Jack Boger, Ryan Williams, and the rest of the offense are protecting the ball while it's getting moved down the field.
“Taking the Positives with the Negatives”
Photo By Rachel Starkey
Cross Country Sets the Pace for a New Season
Draeton Nance scans the field to find his open teammate to secure the pass.
Davie Vs West Rowan
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
Graphic by Grace Carroll via Canva.com
Let’s Talk About Teacher’s Pets (Literally)
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
A stack of books featured at the Scholastic Book Fair sit atop a table in the Davie High Learning Commons.
The Banned Books at Your Local Scholastic Book Fair
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
Graphic by Rylie Yount via Canva.com
When the Saga “Ended:” Twenty Years of “Revenge of the Sith”
Original art by Luca Lopez-Hernandez
Overcoming the Art of Overconsumption
Biology teacher Dr. Georgia Taylor looks over a display of custom erasers along with sophomores Brylie Creel and Lyla Sapp at the Scholastic Book Fair.
The Book Fair Visits Davie
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
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
Original art by Luca Lopez-Hernandez based on "Arcane: League of Legends"
“Arcane”: The Spellbinding Animation of Colorful Chaos
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
Graphic by Alana Stewart via Canva.com
A Touch of the ‘Tism
Graphic by Lila Moore via Canva.com
Societal Standards: Through the Ages
Graphic by Natalie Quance via Canva.com
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
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”
Return to the Theater of Cringe with this look at the film "Love & Gelato."
Theater of Cringe: “Love & Gelato”
Host Grace Carroll is joined by DHS teachers Matt Barker, Collin Ferebee, & Zach Wood to learn about Gen Z slang and life in the 2000s.
Same Guy, Different Font (feat. DHS Teachers Zach Wood, Collin Ferebee, & Matt Barker)

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A Strong Start for Men’s Soccer

Riley McNeil, Junior Content Editor
September 12, 2025
Graphic By Riley McNeil

[Photo] From Woe to Whoa

Sylas Johnson, Junior Content Editor
September 10, 2025
Draeton Nance scans the field to find his open teammate to secure the pass.

Davie Vs West Rowan

Riley McNeil, Junior Content Editor
September 4, 2025
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[Photo] New Era, Same Fight: Football Begins a Season of Firsts

Lila Moore
August 29, 2025
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.

[Photo] Oh, the Places They’ll Go: Davie County High School’s 2025 Graduation

Lila Moore
June 19, 2025
Junior Lanna Robinson charges down the field.

Defying the Norm: Women’s Soccer Recap

Riley McNeil
June 13, 2025
Graphic designed by Riley McNeil via Canva.com

[Photo] The Weekly Talon’s 2024–2025 Student Choice Awards

Carden Stroud and Sylas Johnson
June 13, 2025
Any student of history teacher Zach Wood, history teacher Corbin Kopetzky, or science teacher Collin Ferebee is sure to have some experience with the trio’s close bond.

[Photo] Student Choice Awards 2025

June 13, 2025

Theater of Cringe: “The Irish Wish”

Hayden Smith and Riley McNeil
March 18, 2025
The Davie High Swim Team starts off their meet with a signature team cheer.

Swimming in Success: 2025 DHS Swim Season Recap

Sean Lane and Riley McNeil
February 28, 2025

Theater of Cringe: “Love & Gelato”

Hayden Smith and Riley McNeil
February 17, 2025

Talon Talks Theater of Cringe: “Sidelined: The QB and Me”

Hayden Smith and Riley McNeil
January 6, 2025
Vocal Ensemble performs at the 2024 Winter Chorus Concert.

A Night of Music and Holiday Cheer: Davie High Winter Chorus Concert

Riley McNeil
December 19, 2024
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[Photo] “Wicked” Was Wicked: Exploring the Ozian “Animal Farm”

Sylas Johnson
November 29, 2024
Image: Marvel Studios

Blind Review: “Agatha All Along:” The Spooky Sequel To “WandaVision”

Riley McNeil
November 19, 2024
Front left to right: Lindsey Custer, Kathy Edminson, Kasandra Pond, Back (left to right): Donna Dunn, Alison Fender, Matthew Barker, Renee Lamb, Tani Caudle, and Corbin Kopetzky in their ninja attire.

[Photo] Teachers Participate in Secret Spirit Week

Emma Waddell and Alana Stewart
November 8, 2024
The Queen and her Court (Article Feature Image) (1)

[Photo] The Queen and Her Court

Lila Moore, Editorial Liaison
October 14, 2024
Women’s Soccer Recap: Success Beyond the Numbers

Women’s Soccer Recap: Success Beyond the Numbers

Riley McNeil
June 4, 2024
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[Photo] A Not-So-Silent Night: Davie High Winter Choir Concert

Caroline Dill
December 24, 2022
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