Each week, a DHS student is nominated by faculty to be represented in the Student Spotlight. This week, our Student Spotlight is on Chelby Jordan. Coach AJ Adams had all of this to say about Chelby: As her teacher and coach for the past three years, I have had the privilege of witnessing her remarkable growth both academically and athletically. Chelby Jordan exemplifies the qualities of a true leader and role model, not only within our school community, but also in her own

Online Editor Addison Lloyd highlights seniors' achievements and the awards given.

Trojan Torch reporter Lillian Davis highlights different Christmas drinks- from a delicious Sprite to an energizing Alani, Davis covers all sorts of "holiday-approved" drinks!

Trojan Torch reporter Izzie Odom takes readers through the first CTE tour of the 2025 academic school year.

Trojan Torch editor Bailey Nolen brings readers through her and other seniors ' struggles with uncertainty about the future. Follow along as the Class of 2026 begins their journey, asking the question: "Now What?"

Gavin Ball - Reporter Staff Photo On Friday, November 14, the University of Tennessee Martin hosted the Young Writers Conference. At this conference, UTM had two sessions, and each session had five classes that the students chose from. Personally, for my first session, I chose the “Maybe I Could Play a Tune” workshop, taught by David Carithers,  in which students were encouraged to write creative lyrics and express themselves musically and in new ways. The speaker play

Chloe Bruce - Reporter On November 13, 14 and 15, 2025, DHS and DMS choir students participated in the 2025 All Northwest Honor Choirs. They practiced for many hours on Thursday and Friday, and their performances on Saturday exhibited the hard work they put into their rehearsals.    Students had to go through an audition process to be a part of the honor choir. On audition day, they had to sing one of five selections, consisting of three cuts of their six songs.     Studen

John Hassel - Reporter On Friday, November 14, Dyersburg traveled to Fairview for a round two showdown. The Trojans kicked the ball off to start the game, and Fairview had a great return to our own 28-yard line, which eventually led to a Fairview touchdown, giving them an early lead of 7-0. After the Fairview touchdown, it was all Trojans the rest of the first quarter, with Peyton Hill scoring a pair of touchdowns, Necari Hall 90-yard rushing touchdown, and a receiving touchd

Trojan Torch reporter McKoyler Thach introduces many in-state travels for fall. Want to go hiking but don't want to travel 6+ hours? Read here to find Tennessee opportunities!!

Trojan Torch reporter Tera Hepler dives into the deeply emotional blues album "Tell Mama" by Etta James.

Addison Shearon - Reporter Graphic courtesy of The Holy Bible App Beliefs are among the most contentious topics of our generation. From politics to religion, there is always some outside force trying to temp you one way or another. I have always believed in, and practiced, Christianity; even when the world seems to contradict me. Being a christian can feel like a difficult task in todays society and generation. Peer pressure falls on the ears of every high school studen

Each week, a DHS student is nominated by faculty to be represented in the Student Spotlight. This week, our Student Spotlight is on freshman Kayleigh Boyd. Kayleigh is one of those students who comes into class, works hard, stays on task, and puts one hundred percent of her effort into learning. She should be recognized for being such a shining example of the things we value here at Dyersburg High School. Congratulations, Kayleigh!

Sarah Martinez - Reporter Photo by Sarah Martinez    We have all been there, an assignment due at 11:59 with the Google Doc staring back by 11:58. There was “no time” to do it before, or maybe there was, but your brain decided otherwise. Days turn into hours until the deadline is finally here. Of course, the assignment stays, and it is still 11:58 going on 11:59.     “In my brain, the due date is when it needs to be started, not when it should be turned in. Until the day of

Olivia Davis - Reporter Photos by Gavin Ball Dyersburg High School’s drama club put on the production  Whistle Stop  by Tracy Wells on November 6, 7, 9, and 10. This production was lighthearted and cheerful, leaving the audience in high spirits.    This comedy and drama production follows the story of a small town diner located near the Gold Star Cafe, a diner that is in the town of Fairview, a bigger town that presidential candidates love to visit. This is because of Pr

Each week, a DHS student is nominated by faculty to be represented in the Student Spotlight. This week, our Student Spotlight is on senior Preston Sollis. According to Student Council sponsor Cindy Elkins, " Preston is authentic, helpful, and kind-hearted. Each morning as he enters DHS, he greets us with a warm welcome and leaves us with smiles on our faces. His uplifting spirit and genuine character inspire us all, as he never wavers from being his true self." Preston always