Wildcats defeat Eagles for another win

Lauren Aman, Staff Writer
October 28, 2011

After four quarters of hard defense and progressive offense, the HHS Wildcats defeated the Grain Valley Eagles 49-29 on October 27. “The Eagles are somewhat of a rival, but nothing too bad. There are always those key players we have to watch out for, but other wise we just play our best to defeat... Read more »

Boys’ soccer awaits Districts with confidence

Hannah Franz, Staff Writer
October 28, 2011

Boys’ soccer will be competing in the Districts competition on November 1 at 7:15 p.m., against Pleasant Hill. If they win, they will play Warrensburg or Clinton on November 3 at 5:30 p.m. Both games will be held at home. Senior co-captain Ryan Schliem is confident about the upcoming match. “We’re... Read more »

Students place in FFA speech contest

October 27, 2011

On October 26, four students competed in an FFA speech contest. All students placed, and three of the four are moving on to the District Level. Junior Mattie Moore took first place in the Missouri Farm Bureau Speech Contest. Freshman Jessie Poisal took second place in the Missouri Institute of Cooperatives... Read more »

STUCO sponsors blood drive

Photo Story by Alison Krenzer, Photographer
October 27, 2011

On Thursday, HHS Student Council held a blood drive in partnership with the Red Cross. The drive was held throughout the whole day in the auxiliary gym. 93 people showed up to donate, although some had to be turned away due to the overwhelming turnout of donors. Overall, 78 units of blood were collected,... Read more »

Members of local FFA chapter to compete in speech contest

Nick Campbell, Staff Writer
October 25, 2011

Four students will be taking part in the FFA speech contest hosted by Lake Land High School, on Wednesday. “The speech competitions are held to help raise the students confidence on public speaking and learn about organizations,” said FFA Advisor Jason Dieckhoff The speech competition is held to... Read more »

Volleyball defeats Clinton in Districts

October 25, 2011

After two nail biting matches, the HHS volleyball team defeated the Clinton Cardinals. “[The girls] came out strong and took care of business,’” said head coach Jamie Walruff. The first match was 25-11 and the second match was a close one, 26-24. “The second match was very nerve-wracking, almost... Read more »

Food drive held to provide meals during holiday season

Kayt Dahn, Editor- in- Chief
October 25, 2011

To most kids, the words “Trick or Treat” just simply means that candy will be supplied. Yet, because of the HHS Drama Club, for others, it means dinner. For six years now, the Drama Club, and the Cass RIX school district have been teaming up for a Halloween food drive. Trick or Treat So Kids Can... Read more »

SADD and PRIDE observe Red Ribbon Week

Maria Sanchez, Features Editor
October 24, 2011

Throughout the district in October, Red Ribbon Week creates awareness of the dangers of drugs and alcohol among students. According to counselor Carolyn Johnston, Red Ribbon Week is a time to help students become drug free or make a pledge to be drug free. “I would like to see it be more impactful... Read more »