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Spooktacular Countdown: How to Get Ready for Halloween

Gracie Burkett Online Editor Struggling to get into the Halloween spirit? Trojan Torch has a guide for you. First, finalize your costume. Whether you are still deciding or have run out of time to order online, DIYing your costume is a guaranteed way to make this Halloween memorable. Take pieces from your closet or go to a local clothing store to find the base for your costume; have fun creating the small details. This way, you can make your Halloween costume unique to

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Lady Trojan in the district tournament championship

Thomas Lemons Reporter On Thursday, October 15, the Dyersburg Lady Trojan soccer team played the South Gibson Hornets in the district tournament championship. Despite a 5-1 loss, the Lady Trojans placed second in the district, with senior Meredith Zamzow scoring the goal. Following the game, All-Tournament Team awards were presented to sophomore Jill Meadows, junior Olivia Meeks and freshman Za’Riyah Jackson. Additionally, All-District Team awards were presented to jun

Oct 161 min read

Playing in Pink

Kayla Whitfield Reporter Last night, the Dyersburg Trojans faced the Crockett County Cavaliers at JC Sawyers Stadium in a football game in which players wore pink, supporting breast cancer awareness. Dyersburg scored 21 points during the game, while Crockett County scored 39. The Trojans entered the fourth quarter trailing and continued playing through the final minutes. With 32 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter, Dyersburg had the ball at the 31-yard line with first

Oct 21 min read

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Spooktacular Countdown: How to Get Ready for Halloween

Gracie Burkett Online Editor Struggling to get into the Halloween spirit? Trojan Torch has a guide for you. First, finalize your costume. Whether you are still deciding or have run out of time to order online, DIYing your costume is a guaranteed way to make this Halloween memorable. Take pieces from your closet or go to a local clothing store to find the base for your costume; have fun creating the small details. This way, you can make your Halloween costume unique to

3 minutes ago2 min read

Songs You Need In Your Fall Playlist

Mackenzie Troutman Section Editor There’s just something about fall weather that makes music that much more magical. Whether you’re driving with the windows down, on your way to take pumpkin patch pictures, romanticizing your life or studying in a random cafe with your airpods in, you need a good playlist. Every fall playlist needs a mix of cozy classics and songs that get you excited for the year, to prevent a winter burnout later in the year. “Sweater Weather” by Neighbo

24 hours ago1 min read

Student Spotlight

Each week, a DHS faculty nominate a student who has impressed them in some way. This week, our Student Spotlight is on junior Anthony Carthen. Coach Jerome Agnew had this to say about him: "Anthony is a great help in the classroom and beyond. He is very helpful to his classmates, does a great job with the coffee shop, and is a BIG help for football practices and games. Anthony understands his role as a football manager and doesn't need to be told what to do. The football play

1 day ago1 min read

Pretty in Pink: Beyond the Ribbon

McKoyler Thach Editor As October nears its end, it is important to note one of the most prominent messages from this month: breast cancer awareness. This month has created an emphasis on the color pink, ribbons and, as a result, has also created an emphasis on the significance of breast cancer and its impact on the lives of Americans across the nation. With breast cancer having existed for over 5,000 years and impacting over 380,000 women and 2,600 men in the United

2 days ago2 min read

Lady Trojan in the district tournament championship

Thomas Lemons Reporter On Thursday, October 15, the Dyersburg Lady Trojan soccer team played the South Gibson Hornets in the district tournament championship. Despite a 5-1 loss, the Lady Trojans placed second in the district, with senior Meredith Zamzow scoring the goal. Following the game, All-Tournament Team awards were presented to sophomore Jill Meadows, junior Olivia Meeks and freshman Za’Riyah Jackson. Additionally, All-District Team awards were presented to jun

Oct 161 min read

Student Spotlight

Each week, a DHS faculty nominate a student who has impressed them in some way. This week, our Student Spotlight is on junior Owen Bona. This junior athlete deserves recognition for his outstanding transition from football to cross country. Joining the team late and missing the summer training and preseason workouts, he could have easily struggled to catch up. Instead, he quickly embraced the challenge, demonstrating exceptional work ethic, determination, and commitment. He h

Oct 151 min read

Vietnamese Cuisine & Cafe Review

Valerie Brown Reporter A new small business was added to Dyersburg and everyone is eager to try this new restaurant. The Vietnamese Cuisine & Cafe is a family-owned restaurant operated by Mrs. Maria Truong and her husband. The atmosphere is very welcoming and community-focused. Their customer service is highlighted as attentive and welcoming. The business opened in September 2026. Their menu features traditional Vietnamese food paired with smoothies and boba tea. I

Oct 141 min read