The calming sound of the Brazos river waves. The static buzz of motors propelling boats. Late-night golf cart rides with the wind flowing through my tangled hair along with the familiar rewind of classic country music on a humid, wooden patio. These memories and thoughts flood my mind when I think of...

Clipboard and pen in hand, science teacher Mr. Jason Shackelford, also known as Coach Shack, prepares to instruct a student at Mansfield Driving Academy. Although he taught high school classes for eight hours earlier that day, he stays motivated to provide his students with his full attention to help...

As the class of 2026 moves on and steps into a new environment, anticipation generates in the upcoming seniors who graduate in 2027. Junior Parent Night, which will take place in the Legacy PAC on May 6 from 6-7 p.m., remains an opportunity for current juniors to gain information about their approaching...

The sun’s rays beam down on students as a sea of face painting, ring toss and carnival games ensue. Legacy’s Westside Picnic returns to be back in business April 24 for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic.  “Westside Picnic is a community gathering put on by Legacy to bring together...

“Stranger Things,” beginning in 2016, offers a world of science fiction entertainment to viewers. Telekinetic powers, multi-dimensional worlds, grotesque creatures and the best of all, the 1980s aesthetic. The show takes place in a small town called Hawkins, Indiana, and spotlights children and high...

As a child, every single summer, I looked forward to going to Camp Thurman. The place where I could run around, make new friends, ride awesome ziplines and truly live out my childhood. The fact that I could meet strangers on Monday and be best friends with them by Friday was miraculous to me and showed...

Sophomore Olivia Butler’s smile illuminates the stage as she feels the bright lights beam. She remains prepared for her show after many weeks of rehearsals, while balancing schoolwork, competitive dance and serving as a worship leader at her church. She powers through her fatigue and sore throat, committing...

As she finishes the last stroke of polish on the set of nails, sophomore Rylie Sodolak tightly screws on the cap to the glittery nail polish bottle. Although her creation took multiple hours out of her time, she keeps her head down and puts energy and effort into every minute. Her at-home nail business...

Alani Nu: one of the most popular drinks on the internet. With its launch in 2018, Alani surpassed $1 billion in sales over the years. Aesthetically pleasing can designs, replenishing flavors and the best of all, 200 milligrams of caffeine. Lots of people drink them and every influencer always has the...

On Nov. 6, Starbucks launched their 2025 holiday menu full of festive drinks for everyone. With a variety of comforting options to choose from, Starbucks provides its customers with holiday spirit daily. Caramel Brulée The Caramel Brulée Latte from Starbucks features a rich and creamy caramel...

High school remains a rough time for many. Balancing your home life, work life and social life can be some of the most physically and emotionally challenging tasks in your teenage years. You must maintain your health throughout these hardships so that you can successfully balance them without too much...

The most wonderful time of the year occurs near the end of second semester at Legacy. Football season finishes up, basketball games take place and the performing arts prepare for their dazzling winter shows. With festive shows including the Silver Spurs’ Hometown Holidays Dance Spectacular and choir’s...

Dance owns so many parts of my life, going back as far as I can remember. I can still recall my very first dance at 3 years old, tapping around on the stage in my feathery, yellow chicken costume that stayed extremely itchy in all the wrong places. Riding in the car with my mother to my very first dance...

Racing. The first idea that comes to people’s minds when they hear that word seems to be NASCAR, Formula 1 Racing, or even the Texas Motor Speedway. People often forget what the best form of racing is — boat racing.  In 2016, my dad told us that he wanted to race boats. My dad now possesses the...

I’ve never liked growing up. It comes with too many responsibilities like taxes, working and worst of all leaving your childhood behind. At the beginning of each school year, I used to ask myself, “What will I look like when I’m in high school?” or “What will my life be like when I’m older?”...

Students slouch in their chairs during the chemistry lecture, staring blankly at their pocket-sized devices. Scrolling. Double-tapping. Typing. Whether it’s TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat or any internet media platform, people from all over the world connect through their phones. The Texas school phone...

Assistant Theater Director Sara Corley proudly wears her pink ribbon during the month of October, which represents Breast Cancer Awareness Month. After her diagnosis of breast cancer seven years ago, she shares her story that made her who she is today. “Breast Cancer Awareness Month is important...