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Covering the Bronco Nation.

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Covering the Bronco Nation.

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Jake Stacks

Jake Stacks, News Editor

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The current zones for Mansfield ISD high schools are no longer feasible to accommodate recent population growth. Discussions about new plans have begun and will determine revised zoning areas. Courtesy Photo

In The Zone

Jake Stacks and Jazmine Necessary
April 24, 2018
Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons

Pro: Armed and Vigilant

Jake Stacks and Major Melson
April 4, 2018
Superintendent Dr. Jim Vaszauskas meets with Legacy students to discuss safety, security, and their school. The discussion ranged from the aftermath of the Parkland shooting, to a Legacy walkout, to the district's response to past security threats. (Tori Greene photo)

Superintendent Meets With Students to Discuss Security

Jake Stacks, News Editor
March 21, 2018
Finding The Best in The Worst Year Ever

Finding The Best in The Worst Year Ever

Jake Stacks, News Editor
February 28, 2018
Jake Stacks, creates names for the new high school being built in Mansfield.

8 Creative High School Names

Jake Stacks, News Editor
February 18, 2018
Grant Baker and Jake Stacks, discuss different celebrities who would make a good fit as president.

15 Celebrities Who Could Run for President in 2020

Grant Baker and Jake Stacks
January 18, 2018
The FCC will vote on a proposal to end net neutrality on Dec. 14. Here's what you need to know.

The Importance of Net Neutrality

Grant Baker and Jake Stacks
December 1, 2017
The Abolitionist Society of Forth Worth protests abortion outside.

Anti-Abortion Protesters Target Legacy

Lauren Hargrove, Grant Baker, and Jake Stacks
November 9, 2017
Senior Grant Johnson runs the ball in the first football practice of the year. After practice, Johnson and his teammates had the opportunity to eat a meal, but until students take the job over, athletes will not be able to have this extra fuel after workouts.

Students Feeding Champions: Meal Program Allows Students to Help Athletes

Jake Stacks, News Editor
November 1, 2017
Freshman Dies in Shooting

Freshman Dies in Shooting

Jake Stacks, Grant Baker, and Lauren Hargrove
October 30, 2017

MISD Earns Financial Integrity Award

Jake Stacks, News Editor
October 13, 2017
While Hurricane Irma affected the mainland United States, it also devastated the island of Puerto Rico. PR is only 100 miles long by 35 miles wide.

Hurricane Irma: Picking up the Pieces

Jake Stacks and Ryland Mallett
September 25, 2017
Seniors Ashley Owen and Tiffany Vo cheer as Officer Aaron Rengal donates money to Key Club's Hurricane Harvey donation drive. Key Club, Student Council, Legacy's Nurses, MISD and Journalism teachers are all doing their part to help with Hurricane Harvey relief.

Help For Harvey: Opportunities to Soften the Storm

Jake Stacks, News Editor
September 7, 2017
Debbie Lane in front of Ben Barber undergoes construction from June 2017 to the summer of 2018. The construction impacts commuters traveling to Legacy, Ben Barber, and surrounding businesses.

Debbie Lane Construction Impacts Legacy Commuters

Jake Stacks, News Editor
September 5, 2017
MISD has purchased activity buses for the 2017-201 school year. These buses are safer and more comfortable then regular school buses, and will be available for student group usage for long trips. Creative Commons.

MISD Purchases Activity Buses

Jake Stacks, News Editor
May 22, 2017
Senior Clara Griepp performed in the Theater production of "It's A Wonderful Life." Griepp traveled to Austin to compete in the UIL State Theatrical Design competition.

Theatrical Designer Competes on Top Levels

Jake Stacks, News Editor
April 24, 2017
Senior Zach Horn salutes during the Veterans Day parade on Nov. 11, 2016. Horn and the JROTC program traveled to the Army Nationals Drill Competition in Louisville, Kentucky, where they took 13th place in the nation.

JROTC Iron Broncos Place 13th in Nation

Jake Stacks, News Editor
April 12, 2017
Legacy will host Put It Down, Save A Life to educate students about the dangers of distracted driving. Students will get to experience some of the effects of distracted driving, as well as hear personal testimonies. (Photo via Creative Commons)

PIDSAL Reveals Dangers of Distracted Driving

Jake Stacks, News Editor
April 4, 2017
Coach Burke leads a discussion in the weekly Future Christian Athletes (FCA) meeting. Students meet in Coach Burke's room, I103, at 6:50 a.m. every Friday morning for devotional and donuts.

Morning Devotional

Jake Stacks, Staff Writer
March 31, 2017
The Science Behind Success

The Science Behind Success

Jake Stacks, Staff Writer
March 23, 2017
Find six new ways to celebrate a week off school

Six Ways to Spend Spring Break

Jake Stacks, Staff Writer
March 9, 2017
The Origin of Love

The Origin of Love

Jake Stacks, Staff Writer
March 1, 2017
The annual "Stop the Music" campaign for LUCK week will last from Feb. 13 to Feb. 24. The song, "I am your gummy bear," will play during all passing periods until students can raise $1500 for this year's LUCK week candidate, Angelina.

Gummy Bear Song Played During Passing Periods

Jake Stacks, Staff Writer
February 15, 2017
Senior Austin Bernal and his fellow cadets practice after school for the upcoming competitions. The Iron Broncos won Grand Champion out of 21 competing schools in the Fifth Brigade during the fifth annual Brigade JROTC Drill Championships in San Antonio on Feb. 4.

JROTC Advances to Army Nationals

Jake Stacks and Sara Gerges
February 9, 2017
Living Church in Mansfield will hold a worship service on Friday, Jan. 20. All MISD students are invited to attend.

Living Church Hosts Worship Night

Jake Stacks, Staff Writer
January 20, 2017
Something Out of Nothing

Something Out of Nothing

Jake Stacks, Staff Writer
January 9, 2017
Staff Writer Jake Stacks explores the different ways countries celebrate Christmas.

Christmas on a Global Scale

Jake Stacks, Staff Writer
December 25, 2016
Missions is Not

Missions is Not

Jake Stacks, Staff Writer
October 25, 2016
After taking the PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) last October, seniors Shane Boettiger, Eric Cyganowski, Joshua Hogue and Ethan Wikoff were recognized as Commended in the National Merit Scholar program.

Four Recognized as Commended National Merit Scholars

Jake Stacks, Staff Writer
October 18, 2016
Coach Chris Melson talks to players on the sideline of a home game. Melson's bother also coaches high school football. (Brandon Bosecker photo)

Melson Brothers: Two Generations of Siblings Enjoy Football Together

Jorden Melson and Jake Stacks
October 6, 2016
Ultimate frisbee players jump for the frisbee during a game.

Ultimate Frisbee As A UIL Sport

Jake Stacks, Staff Writer
September 20, 2016
Senior Michael Mitcheltree, 12, runs through the inflated Bronco wearing the new Under Armour uniform for a game against Crowley.

MISD Changes to Under Armour Contract

Jake Stacks, Staff Writer
September 12, 2016
Social Circles

Social Circles

Jake Stacks and Kendra Washington
July 23, 2016
Find a campsite and explore the outdoors this summer. Photo used with permission by Justin Kopp

Five Best Places to Camp Around Texas

Jake Stacks, Staff Writer
May 30, 2016
The City of Mansfield has mapped out the areas of growth of the city. (Courtesy Photo via the City of Mansfield).

New Developments Contribute to Growth in Mansfield

Jake Stacks, Staff Writer
May 20, 2016
Spheros allow students and teachers to experiment with robitic kits.

MISD Librarians Invite Teachers to Use Spheros

Jake Stacks, Staff Writer
April 29, 2016
Jake Stacks explains the message he heard at the Harvest America Event.

Harvest America

Jake Stacks, Staff Writer
March 23, 2016
Devyn Hinds, 11, eats at Chipotle Mexican Grill during a debate spirit night to raise money for their trip to state.

Debate Qualifies for State

Jake Stacks, Staff Writer
February 26, 2016
Open House will be held on Feb. 1 from 5:30-7:00 pm.

Reasons to Go to Open House

Jake Stacks, Staff Writer
February 1, 2016
Review: Church Clothes 3

Review: Church Clothes 3

Jake Stacks, Staff Writer
January 29, 2016
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