The Talon

Hobbies ‘n Stuff Explores Student Interests
November 12, 2021
Matthew Maggard, Staff Writer
Seniors Conner Maggard and Luke Tipton have begun a podcast for Mrs. Iler's Advanced Digital Media class. With the name "Hobbies 'n Stuff," the two interview students with...
Students Celebrate Veteran’s Day in Chapel
November 11, 2021
Matthew Maggard, Staff Writer
Yesterday , the high school and junior high celebrated Veteran's Day with a special Chapel event. Students gathered in the chapel for a question and answer session with four...
Girsl Win State Cross Country Title
November 1, 2021
The girls' cross country team came together to score the most points at the state cross country meet in Bourbon County on October 30. They bring a first-ever state title home...
Seniors Retreat, Finally
October 25, 2021
Matthew Maggard, Staff Writer
On October 7, seniors left campus early in the morning for senior retreat. Students hopped on charter buses for the rural drive to Bagdad, Kentucky. As the students arrived,...
Homecoming Week Recap
October 19, 2021
Matthew Maggard, Staff Writer
The week of October 11 was Homecoming Week, with various celebrations each day. Students got to participate in the traditional Spirit Week when they got to dress up according...

Coast Guard Tweet Confuses Plane Crash Story

November 16, 2021 • No Comments

An eleven-year-old girl survived a small plane crash on Saturday November 13. It was a small plane that was carrying five passengers, of which only the girl survived. The aircraft was planned to land at Welke airport on Beaver...

President Signs Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill

Simon Cook, Staff Writer

November 16, 2021 • No Comments

On November 15, President Joe Biden signed into law a new infrastructure bill. He and his team worked hard to get this $1 trillion legislation passed by making efforts to cross party lines and make compromises with House...

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Features

New Teachers Welcome Students

Simon Cook, Staff Writer

September 7, 2021

This year, students returned to school to find several new teachers in classrooms. For example, Mrs. List has taken over the regular Chemistry classes, as Mrs. Payne has moved...

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Opinion

Reflecting on the New Definition of Snow Day

Makenna Hurst, Staff Writer

January 30, 2021 • No Comments

Thursday January 28, Lexington Christian Academy declared a school wide "Snow Day" because of the weather and road conditions....

The Problem with Large Video Game Corporations.

Jacob Dixon, Staff Writer

November 19, 2020 • No Comments

For years, large video game corporations have gotten away with anything they want. Video games have been increasing in...

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Arts

Climbing the Walls with Art

Zeke Grier, Staff Writer

February 25, 2020 • No Comments

When you walk into LCA this week, there may be a few things that catch your eye. One could be the amazing students we have walking around. Or the caring teachers on staff. More specifically this week though,...

Men’s Chorus Honored to Perform at KMEA

February 5, 2020

Cabaret Makes Music from the Movies

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Upcoming Events

November 2: ACE Schedule; Eagle Walk for Cross Country Team
November 4: Book Club
November 7: Daylight Savings Time Ends (“Fall Back”)
November 10: Veteran’s Day Chapel
November 11: Veteran’s Day
November 11: Cabaret
November 16: Leadership Forum 3rd Hour
November 22-26: Thanksgiving Break
November 25: Thanksgiving
November 29: Back to School

Sports

Baseball Player Finalizes Post Graduation Plans

Matthew Maggard, Staff Writer
November 18, 2021

This Wednesday, senior baseball player Hayden Collins signed his letter of intent to play baseball for Southwest Tennessee Community College next year. Hayden is a starter on the Eagles baseball team and was a huge impact player during the 2021 season. He mostly pitches and plays third base, showing his versatility. Family, friends, and teammates gathered in the front of the school to watch him...

Professional Soccer Comes to Lexington

Matthew Maggard, Staff Writer
November 12, 2021

he United Soccer League announced the addition of an expansion team to Lexington. The team will begin its first season in 2023, and will play at a local collegiate field. USL president Jake Edwards said "This is an exciting moment for USL League One, the city of Lexington, and Central Ky." With the leadership of Tower Hill Sports Owner Bill Shively, and Vince Gabbert, the club hopes to bring an exciting...

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Entertainment

Is It OK for Humor to Be Harmful

Simon Cook, Staff Writer
October 20, 2021

On October 20, more than a hundred Netflix employees walked out as a form of protest over the new Netflix original comedy special by Dave Chappelle. Dave Chappelle is one of the most popular comedians and has recently released a new special on Netflix called “The Closer.” In this special he made a joke saying "Gender is a fact. Every human being in this room, every human being on earth, had to...

New Call of Duty: Warzone Update

Jacob Dixon, Staff Writer
March 18, 2021

With the end of the pandemic seemingly insight people will obviously be spending less time at home and less time on video games. This, however, has not stopped Call of Duty from releasing a huge new update to its smashing success Warzone. Warzone is a free-to-play battle royal game. According to the Warzone FAQ page, it says, "Warzone is the new massive combat arena within Call of Duty: Modern Warfare,...

“Madden 21” Provides Familiar Entertainment with Room for Improvement

Matthew Potter, Staff Writer
February 2, 2021

Madden has always been a solid household name in the gaming industry and this year's edition provides a familiar feel in that it is similar to the other ones. I personally love the game overall, but it definitely has some things that I dislike. First, I will start with the positives. I love the graphics on the next gen Madden 21 and I think they are much improved from former Maddens. I also enjoy...

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November 1 Photo Essay