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Covering the Bronco Nation.

The Rider Online | Legacy HS Student Media
Blake Hinerman

Blake Hinerman, Editor in Chief

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Final Blog

Final Blog

Blake Hinerman, Editor in Chief
May 23, 2024
Early Voting Begins for Proposed Bond

Early Voting Begins for Proposed Bond

The Rider Online Staff
April 23, 2024
Senior Keira Howard stands with her family at Senior Night during the Oct. 2 game against Cedar Hill.

Senior Drill Officer Balances Work, School, Dance

Blake Hinerman, Editor in Chief
March 1, 2024
Junior Abigail Warren directs the band during the homecoming football Oct. 6. Warren placed 29th in the state for flute.

2 Band Students to Compete in TMEA All-State Band

Blake Hinerman, Editor in Chief
January 29, 2024
The Mansfield ISD Board of Trustees will meet Jan. 26 to discuss a $777 million bond, following its proposal at the Jan. 23 regular meeting. Photo by Mansfield ISD Communications Dept.

Mansfield ISD Board to Discuss $777 Million Bond

Blake Hinerman and Katie Keating
January 25, 2024
Key Club President Abigail Castro, 12, (center) works the registration and check-in table at Key Club's Warrior Run on Sept. 9. Key Club, along with several other clubs this year, has nearly tripled in size.

Campus Administration Focused on Increasing Student Involvement

Blake Hinerman, Editor in Chief
December 19, 2023
How to Adult: Opening a High-Yield Savings Account

How to Adult: Opening a High-Yield Savings Account

Blake Hinerman, Editor in Chief
November 15, 2023
The cost of books have increased about 7.7% over the past four years, making it more expensive than ever to buy books. Photo by BrewBooks on Flickr.

Where to Buy Books on a Budget

Blake Hinerman, Editor in Chief
November 13, 2023
The Sound of Freedom aired in theaters July 4, 2023, and grossed about $190 million after about three months on the screens. Photo by Angel Studios

We, God’s Children, Are Not For Sale

Blake Hinerman, Editor in Chief
November 1, 2023
How to Adult: Paying Taxes as a Teen

How to Adult: Paying Taxes as a Teen

Blake Hinerman, Editor in Chief
October 18, 2023
The AP office near the StuCo store, formerly the attendance office, underwent renovations this summer, and now houses Mr. Contrares, Ms. Fields and Ms. Lass.

Counselors, APs Move Offices in Hopes of Better Serving Students

Blake Hinerman, Editor in Chief
September 29, 2023
Responders from Mansfield Police Department, Mansfield ISD Police Department, as well as campus and district administrators were on scene immediately after the accident occurred. The student was transported to the hospital, where they are recovering in stable condition.

Student Hit Crossing Business 287

Blake Hinerman, Assistant Editor
May 23, 2023
Student council officers stand on stage at the High School Annual Conference after performing their skit.

Student Council Elected TASC State Secretary

Blake Hinerman, Assistant Editor
April 25, 2023
As students returned to school after the pandemic, teachers contested with technology in the classroom and shortened attention spans in students. Photo by Headway on Unsplash

Student Attention Span Decreases as Screen Time Increases

Blake Hinerman, Assistant Editor
March 4, 2023
eReaders have taken the book market by storm, but readers are unsure whether paperback books are still the best way to read, or if eReaders are really the future of reading. See The New Post's list of best eReaders. Photo by New York Post Composite

eReaders vs. Physical Books: Battle of the Bookstore

Blake Hinerman and Abigail Morris
February 13, 2023

eReaders: The Future of Reading

Blake Hinerman, Assistant Editor
February 13, 2023
The Round Up Podcast: BookTok, Bestsellers and eBooks

The Round Up Podcast: BookTok, Bestsellers and eBooks

Blake Hinerman and Abigail Morris
February 1, 2023
Teens are about 1.5x more likely to be involved in a wreck than adults.

Teens, New Drivers More Frequently Involved in Auto Collisions

Jonah Pedroza and Blake Hinerman
January 23, 2023
Keeping a New Years Resolution

Keeping a New Years Resolution

Blake Hinerman, Features Editor
January 9, 2023
The Rider Online Celebrates 6,000 Published Stories

The Rider Online Celebrates 6,000 Published Stories

Blake Hinerman, Assistant Editor
November 16, 2022
Stewart's red Jeep Liberty was hit broadside Nov. 10, 2021 on FM 917. Stewart spent 12 days in the hospital following the wreck.

One Year Later: Senior Recovers from Major Car Accident

Blake Hinerman, Assistant Editor
November 10, 2022
Best First Cars Under $15,000

Best First Cars Under $15,000

Blake Hinerman, Assistant Editor
November 7, 2022
AQR Students Host Carnival

AQR Students Host Carnival

Blake Hinerman, Assistant Editor
November 4, 2022
Ms. Smith assists students whose last names start with N-Sh and guides the English department and Library. She taught at an elementary and middle school before she joined the administration team at Legacy.

[Photo] Ms. Murrielisa Smith

Connor Whitfill, Staff Writer
October 17, 2022
Ms. DeGray supervises the fine arts and foreign language departments, but also assists with students whose last names start with Si-Z. Before she worked in Mansfield, she worked as the Department Chair in Everman. She also worked here as an AP Intern before her promotion to AP.

[Photo] Ms. Courtney DeGray

Connor Whitfill, Staff Writer
October 17, 2022
Ms. Bible helps students with the last names that begin with I-M and double checks to make sure they each enroll into the right courses. She originally taught Pre-Calculus for 13 years in Oklahoma and worked as a math coach in Midlothian ISD.

[Photo] Mrs. Ashleigh Bible

Connor Whitfill, Staff Writer
October 17, 2022
Ms. Monajami works as the Academic Associate Principal, helping students with their transcripts and evaluating their course selections. Before her role as an AP at other campuses, Ms. Monajami taught English for 18 years.

[Photo] Mrs. Stephanie Monajami

Connor Whitfill, Staff Writer
October 17, 2022
As seniors look into colleges and begin the application process, it's important to consider all options when looking for devices for college.

How to Adult: Best Computers for College

Blake Hinerman, Assistant Editor
October 12, 2022
Legacy is the third largest high school in Mansfield ISD, about 100 students less than the largest high school.

[Photo] Student Population Growth: Too Many Students, Not Enough Space

Bryanna Owens, Staff Writer
October 4, 2022
With the Queen's recent passing, Hinerman writes about the difficulty of death, yet the comfort of remembering those lost.

Here One Day, Gone The Next

Blake Hinerman, Assistant Editor
September 22, 2022
Top 5 Crumbl Cookies

Top 5 Crumbl Cookies

Blake Hinerman, Assistant Editor
September 19, 2022
Top 5 Crime Shows to Binge

Top 5 Crime Shows to Binge

Blake Hinerman, Features Editor
September 7, 2022
For the first time in school history, seniors are able to paint their parking spaces in a designated area near the MAC.

Seniors Allowed To Paint Parking Spots, First Time in School History

Blake Hinerman, Assistant Editor
August 23, 2022
The Mansfield ISD School Board named Dr. Stephanie Bonneau Legacy High School principal at the regular meeting on June 28.

MISD Names Dr. Stephanie Bonneau Legacy Principal

Blake Hinerman, Assistant Editor
June 28, 2022
Senior Andrew Taylor catches the ball in the state semifinal game against the Friendswood Mustangs. The Broncos fell short, losing 4-2.

Varsity Baseball Finishes Season at State Semifinals

Blake Hinerman, Assistant Editor
June 9, 2022
Dr. Butler works in her office. After nine years as principal, she plans to move to central administration. Her last last day at Legacy is June 24.

Dr. Butler Set to Leave as Principal in June

Leilani Fierro and Blake Hinerman
May 17, 2022
Teachers across the country have contemplated career changes because of the extreme increase in workload and off-the-clock time required to teach during the pandemic.

[Photo] Teaching Through a Pandemic: When Is It Too Much?

Abigail Morris, Staff Writer
May 9, 2022
Senior Finn Morton uses a projector to help teach Music Theory to Acadec.

Integrating Technology in Class

Blake Hinerman, Features Editor
April 3, 2022
Books can offer a great break from technology. Photo by StockSnap

Top 8 Books to Read Instead of Using Technology

Blake Hinerman, Features Editor
March 21, 2022
Sophomore Kadence Whitfill instructs the girls to hold their ribbons as they wait on the sidelines to perform at the football game on Oct. 15.

Varsity Drill Team Brings Back Traditions

Blake Hinerman, Features Editor
February 8, 2022
Social media has become widely popular throughout the pandemic as a way to reach different groups. Photo by dole777 on Unsplash

Student Organizations Use Social Media to Promote Events, more

Blake Hinerman, Features Editor
February 4, 2022
Mansfield ISD schools were closed for a 5-day period after a sudden increase in COVID cases and a lack of subs and teachers.

MISD Shuts Down Amid High COVID-19 Cases

McKenzie Canton and Blake Hinerman
January 17, 2022
While fights on school grounds are no new phenomenon, aggression among teenagers has risen due to the isolation of the pandemic. Legacy will institute new policies to limit violence and disagreements on campus. Photo by Rawpixel

Violent Outbursts Likely Result of Pandemic Isolation

Blake Hinerman and Mariah Hanlon
December 14, 2021
Photo by Micheal Voroshnin on Unsplash

Top 5 Christmas Towns in Texas

Blake Hinerman, Staff Writer
December 13, 2021
Blake Hinerman, staff writer, talks about his experiences with flying at a young age.

Looking Down From 30,000 Feet: A New View On Life

Blake Hinerman, Staff Writer
November 16, 2021
Photo by Vectornator

Technology Becomes Essential To Distance Working and Learning

Blake Hinerman, Staff Writer
October 18, 2021
Samuel Ramirez, 9, and other JROTC members walk in line to the cafeteria on Oct. 6, during modified lockout procedures. Legacy went into a modified lockout during the active shooter incident at Timberview High School.

Legacy Responds to Timberview Shooting with Modified Lockout Procedures

McKenzie Canton and Blake Hinerman
October 7, 2021
One of the multiple restrooms damaged. Each sink costs more than $1,000 to replace. Some supplies are on back order due to COVID-19.

TikTok Challenge Leads to Closed Restrooms, Expensive Damage

McKenzie Canton and Blake Hinerman
September 23, 2021
Apple announces iPad mini, new iPhone and more at California Streaming event on 9/14. Photo by Mobile Syrup.

California Streaming: Apple announces new iPad, iPhone, more

Blake Hinerman, Staff Writer
September 17, 2021
Stuco Adviser, Kenna Canvar discusses pantry items with Sudent Body President, Catherine Walworth

Student Council Opens Bronco Pantry

Blake Hinerman, Staff Writer
August 26, 2021
Student Council member, Casey Burkham, talks to a parent at the football game against Eaton High School.

Claire Carney: Leadership In A New Setting

Blake Hinerman
October 14, 2020
Apple News: What's new for your iPhone, more

Apple News: What’s new for your iPhone, more

Blake Hinerman, Staff Writer
October 13, 2020
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