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Big Spirit, Little Stars
Sophomore reporter Gracie Burkett tells readers about the basketball DHS Jr. Trojan Cheer Clinic.
Jan 23


The Trojans are One
Senior reporter Lainee Robey shares details on Tuesday night's game vs. the Obion County Central Rebels.
Jan 22


Trojan's basketball defeats the Choctaws in a hometown showdown.
Freshman reporter Thomas Lemons collaborates with photographer Gavin Ball for a recap of the "hometown showdown".
Jan 21


One Final Step
Tera Hepler - Reporter When thinking of Abbey Road by the Beatles, many think of the notable tracks on the album like “Here Comes The Sun” or “Oh! Darling”, but what about the final bow they did with the album itself? It was their last project, a final testimony to their career as a band, a way to finally end what was only ripping them apart, something that was bringing them down, and something that has made a mark on what people think of when they hear the name “ Beatles.
Jan 15


The Trojans are fired up to play the Choctaws this upcoming Friday
McKoyler Thach - Reporter FilePhotos As January arrives, the Trojan basketball teams, as well as their fans, are pumped up to play against the Dyer County Choctaws at the Terry Glover Gymnasium. With the rivalry between the Dyersburg Trojans and Dyer County Choctaws being sensational throughout the fall sports season, this week’s basketball game is expected to be thrilling for both schools. Every year, the Trojans vs. Choctaw game typically attracts lots of members fr
Jan 15


"Holy Cow," Chick-fil-A's Float is Elite!
Lilly Davis - Reporter On January 5, 2026, Chick-fil-A released soda floats as a permanent addition to its menu. At Dyersburg’s location, you can order a variety of Coca-Cola floats, Dr Pepper floats, Sprite floats, and a Hi-C Fruit Punch float. Today, I had the pleasure of trying the regular Sprite, Coke, and Dr Pepper floats. The mix of ice cream and the carbonated drinks causes an explosion of bubbles in the cup, fizzling with carbonation. The taste, however, is a
Jan 13


The Education of Tomorrow
Sarah Martinez - Reporter With seniors gearing up for university, choosing which to go to can be a daunting task, especially when considering cost and academic opportunity. Unfortunately, many cannot afford the already expensive and increasing undergraduate tuition and either choose a convenient university or end their educational journey. For these students, FAFSA, QuestBridge, and other scholarships are the best choice, as loans tend to plague students even decades later
Jan 12


The digital art gallery: a collaborative experience
Editor Addi Lloyd takes readers through a virtual tour of different photos captured by students at Dyersburg High School
Jan 9


Trojan Basketball Teams Score a Friday Night Win
Reporter Lainee Robey shares the exciting win that both basketball teams shared!
Dec 16, 2025


Practice makes perfect
Sofia Roy - Reporter Photos by Sofia Roy All good things come with practice, and that is exactly how the BETA competition works. For the last few weeks, competitors have been feverishly preparing for the BETA convention. This year, students are competing in large-group talent, engineering, robotics, and many other competitions. This takes time and energy that the BETA students are willingly giving. For the robotics competition, they have to build a robot, a set, an
Dec 15, 2025


Let’s Celebrate: DHS Highlights the Seniors’ Great ACT Achievements!
Online Editor Addison Lloyd highlights seniors' achievements and the awards given.
Dec 2, 2025


Sip of the Season
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!
Nov 21, 2025


Dyersburg Hosts Year's First CTE Tours
Trojan Torch reporter Izzie Odom takes readers through the first CTE tour of the 2025 academic school year.
Nov 20, 2025


The Great “Now What” Before The Great Big World
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?"
Nov 19, 2025


Five Spots in Tennessee to Visit for Thanksgiving Break
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!!
Nov 17, 2025


Blues For You
Trojan Torch reporter Tera Hepler dives into the deeply emotional blues album "Tell Mama" by Etta James.
Nov 15, 2025


Due or Do? The Procrastination Epidemic
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
Nov 12, 2025


From Coffee (or Tea) to Campaigns: DHS Drama Club Presents Whistle Stop
Alyssa Odle - Reporter Photos by Gavin Ball Dyersburg High School’s Trojan Drama is brewing up something special this fall with their production of Whistle Stop by Tracy Wells. The show will be performed in the Little Theatre at Dyersburg High School on Thursday, November 6, Friday and November 7, at 7:00 p.m., Sunday, November 9, at 2:00 p.m., and Monday, November 10, at 7:00 p.m. At the cozy Whistle Stop diner, the regulars know that a good cup of coffee and a slice
Nov 7, 2025


The Cozy Fix
Peyton Bohannon - Section Editor Whether it is curling up on the couch and sipping on a warm drink or watching A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving with your family, it is undeniable that the autumn season is many people’s favorite. The season of fall is upon us, and as the days get colder, it is easy to fall into a bit of a depression. There are countless ways people can uplift themselves during this somewhat dreary time. The first course of action is getting comfortable.
Nov 5, 2025


Just Give It Some Grace
Tera Hepler - Reporter There are albums people admire, and then there are albums that stay with people. Grace by Jeff Buckley was released in 1994 and is a collection that floats between folk, rock, blues, and alternative genres. The album itself is timeless and, after three decades, still has something new to reveal with its mix of beauty and pain that refuses to fade away. In a decade dominated by grunge and angst, Grace was released. Grace is one of those records
Nov 5, 2025
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