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Houses compete in Ice Games
Houses compete in Ice Games
The school’s mid-year winter House Games competition, the Ice Games, is scheduled for Dec. 18.
Anticipation leads up to Ice Games
Hayes Players Chamber Orchestra and Symphonic Winds & Brass join Symphonic Choir on stage for Hallelujah Chorus.
Choirs perform in annual holiday concert
Fowles conducts the Hayes Symphonic Band during their playing of "Minor Alterations: Christmas Through The Looking Glass."
Bands from across district participate in the All-City Band Concert
Students from this year's NASA App Development Challenge team work together to put the finishing touches on this year's submission.
NASA App Development Team prepares for project submission
The College Football National Championship will be held January 20 in Atlanta, Georgia.
College Football Playoff Preview
Pacer swimmers support their teammates during the diving portion of the meet.
Boys and girls swim takes on Marysville during Senior Day
Girls' basketball takes down the Wildcats of Davidson
Girls’ basketball takes down the Wildcats of Davidson
Elise Buckerfield walks with her family during the 2024 Lady Pacers Soccer senior day.
Lady Pacer Elise Buckerfield shares her experience as a student athlete
2024 Athlete Profile - Chaz Sakala
2024 Athlete Profile – Chaz Sakala
Moana 2 is a beautiful disaster, featuring new characters without much development.
Moana 2 is just another movie Disney is using to stay afloat
"The Accident" was released on Nov. 29 and is the indie duo's seventh album.
‘Good Morning’s’ style shines through in new album
Hazel Hayes' sophomore novel "Better by Far" touches on hard topics of toxic love, heartbreak and grief in unique ways.
‘Better by Far’ flawlessly articulates loss and recovery
Rapper Kendrick Lamar leans against the trunk of a 1987 Buick Grand National Experimental, also known as the GNX, which calls back to the title of the album.
‘GNX:’ More than just a hip-hop album
"Wicked" was a beautiful rendition of the beloved Broadway show.
‘Wicked’ was a relief to musical lovers
Combo 2 dancers line up together.
PADC performs holiday show for charity
Get to know the Talisman students' favorite holiday traditions.
Talisman staff’s holiday favorites
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium presents the 2024 Wildlights.
Columbus Zoo Wildlights
The tree in front of Amatos' Woodfired Pizza is lit as part of an annual tradition in downtown Delaware.
Community celebrates holiday traditions at First Friday
The Hayes Food Pantry is always accepting donations. Students who are interested in utilizing the Pantry should talk with their counselor.
Food drives work to address hunger issues
A different and cheaper, but no less caring, way to get gifts for others.
Opinion: Ways to spend less during the holidays
What if the Soviet Union won the Space Race?
Opinion: The beauty and danger of alternate history
According to a survey of over 440 students at Hayes, 9 in 10 students believe school starts too early.
Opinion: Sleep deprivation at Hayes isn’t the students’ fault
Political propaganda constantly spreads misinformation about puberty blockers and it has become very harmful.
Opinion: Stop the demonization of puberty blockers
RFK Jr.'s political, medical and environmental beliefs don't benefit the people of the U.S.
Opinion: RFK Jr. is a plague on U.S. politics
Talisman Tunes Ep 8 Ft Ben Feller
Talisman Tunes Ep 8 Ft Ben Feller
Winter sports seasons kick off at Hayes
Winter sports seasons kick off at Hayes
The topic for Craft Corner #3 is Day of the Dead.
Craft Corner #3 Featuring Alyssa Petsche
2024 Athlete Profile - Chaz Sakala
2024 Athlete Profile – Chaz Sakala
Talisman Talks #6 - Kyle Sanson
Talisman Talks #6 – Kyle Sanson
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Tara (Jenna Ortega) reacts in horror as she receives a phone call from serial killer Ghostface in "Scream (2022)." The film is now playing in theaters.

‘Scream (2022)’ marks a return to brilliant meta form for the franchise

Noah Sparkman, Editor-in-Chief • February 9, 2022

It’s requel time. “Scream (2022)” is the first new installment in the franchise in 11 years, and features returning cast members Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox and David Arquette as well as new faces...

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A man watches his television, clearly very bored. This reflects the feeling that many people have now while watching award shows, and is a key reason why they are losing relevance.

Opinion: If award shows do not evolve, it is time for them to fade away

Noah Sparkman, Editor-in-Chief • January 25, 2022

It’s time to let old things die. The relevancy of award shows has been questioned for a long while now. Amid many controversies like the criticism of a lack of diversity (#OscarsSoWhite) or issues with...

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Christmas classics hold a place in the hearts of our teachers and many others

Your Hayes teachers favorite classic Christmas movies

Mikalah Kostalas, Staff Writer • December 10, 2021

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2021 Grammy Highlights

2021 Grammy Highlights

Marissa Dulay, Staff Writer • April 20, 2021
Missed the Grammys? Check out this graphic of must-see awards and performances.
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Students give their predictions for 2021 GRAMMYs

Students give their predictions for 2021 GRAMMYs

Marissa Dulay, Staff Writer • March 11, 2021
The 2021 GRAMMYs will air on Sunday, March 14. Here's who the nominees are for several categories and who Hayes students think will win.
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podcast recommendations

12 podcasts to listen to right now

Brynn McGrail, Managing Editor • March 5, 2021

Podcasts are great for learning or just being entertained. And there’s a podcast out there for everyone. But there are just so many, so here are some of my highly approved, top-pick shows. You may not...

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Welcome to Jacksonville!

Welcome to Jacksonville!

Jackson Collins, Director of Visuals • February 19, 2021
Welcome to Jacksonville! is a repeating comic strip created by Talisman staff member Jackson Collins.
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Gardner (Foxx) and 22 (Fey) gaze upon Earth from "The Great Ahead."

‘Soul’ is brilliant effort from Pixar that brings studio back to its best

Noah Sparkman, Editor-in-Chief • January 15, 2021

What is your purpose? This is the question posed by Pixar’s latest animated feature “Soul," directed by Pete Docter, and starring Jamie Foxx and Tina Fey. Pixar has long been known as a studio whose...

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Albums to check out this month

Albums to check out this month

Hylah Phillips, Staff Writer • December 30, 2020
Need some new music? Here are a few ideas for albums to check out.
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Fashion trends to watch for this winter

Fashion trends to watch for this winter

Teagan Knutson, Photographer • December 26, 2020
Could your wardrobe could use a little inspiration? Check out these fashion trends.
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Alex Trebek at 2019 Daytime Emmy Awards.

In memory of Alex Trebek

Maddie Wells, Staff Writer • December 22, 2020
Alex Trebek's death last month made headlines worldwide. Here's a look at some of his major accomplishments.
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Holiday gift ideas

Holiday gift ideas

Teagan Knutson, Photographer • December 22, 2020
No clue what to buy for your favorite student? Check out this interactive graphic for some fun ideas.
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