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Dyersburg Daddy-Daughter Dance

Gracie Burkett Online Editor Last weekend, Caroline Erikson, Claire Fisher and Micah Tosh hosted a daddy-daughter dance at Dyersburg High School as a part of their DECA Written Presentation on Community Awareness. The purpose of this dance was to host a fun event for family and friends to come together due to Dyersburg’s recent lack of community events such as dances. The fundraiser was modeled off of the Lights, Camera, Fashion program used to spread awareness of St. Jude

8 minutes ago1 min read

Lady Trojan Sendoff

Kayla Whitfield Reporter The Lady Trojans soccer team has advanced to the 2026 TSSAA Division I Class AA Girls Soccer State Championship tournament in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Students lined up to watch the Lady Trojans load the bus on Monday, October 26 and are set to play against the Tullahoma Wildcats on October 27. This game will determine whether they advance to the next round October 28. Join us in wishing our girls the best of luck!

24 hours ago1 min read

Lady Trojan in the district tournament championship

Thomas Lemons Reporter On Thursday, October 15, the Dyersburg Lady Trojan soccer team played the South Gibson Hornets in the district tournament championship. Despite a 5-1 loss, the Lady Trojans placed second in the district, with senior Meredith Zamzow scoring the goal. Following the game, All-Tournament Team awards were presented to sophomore Jill Meadows, junior Olivia Meeks and freshman Za’Riyah Jackson. Additionally, All-District Team awards were presented to jun

Oct 161 min read

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Dyersburg Daddy-Daughter Dance

Gracie Burkett Online Editor Last weekend, Caroline Erikson, Claire Fisher and Micah Tosh hosted a daddy-daughter dance at Dyersburg High School as a part of their DECA Written Presentation on Community Awareness. The purpose of this dance was to host a fun event for family and friends to come together due to Dyersburg’s recent lack of community events such as dances. The fundraiser was modeled off of the Lights, Camera, Fashion program used to spread awareness of St. Jude

8 minutes ago1 min read

Lady Trojan Sendoff

Kayla Whitfield Reporter The Lady Trojans soccer team has advanced to the 2026 TSSAA Division I Class AA Girls Soccer State Championship tournament in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Students lined up to watch the Lady Trojans load the bus on Monday, October 26 and are set to play against the Tullahoma Wildcats on October 27. This game will determine whether they advance to the next round October 28. Join us in wishing our girls the best of luck!

24 hours ago1 min read

Spooktacular Countdown: How to Get Ready for Halloween

Gracie Burkett Online Editor Struggling to get into the Halloween spirit? Trojan Torch has a guide for you. First, finalize your costume. Whether you are still deciding or have run out of time to order online, DIYing your costume is a guaranteed way to make this Halloween memorable. Take pieces from your closet or go to a local clothing store to find the base for your costume; have fun creating the small details. This way, you can make your Halloween costume unique to

5 days ago2 min read

Songs You Need In Your Fall Playlist

Mackenzie Troutman Section Editor There’s just something about fall weather that makes music that much more magical. Whether you’re driving with the windows down, on your way to take pumpkin patch pictures, romanticizing your life or studying in a random cafe with your airpods in, you need a good playlist. Every fall playlist needs a mix of cozy classics and songs that get you excited for the year, to prevent a winter burnout later in the year. “Sweater Weather” by Neighbo

6 days ago1 min read

Student Spotlight

Each week, a DHS faculty nominate a student who has impressed them in some way. This week, our Student Spotlight is on junior Anthony Carthen. Coach Jerome Agnew had this to say about him: "Anthony is a great help in the classroom and beyond. He is very helpful to his classmates, does a great job with the coffee shop, and is a BIG help for football practices and games. Anthony understands his role as a football manager and doesn't need to be told what to do. The football play

6 days ago1 min read

Pretty in Pink: Beyond the Ribbon

McKoyler Thach Editor As October nears its end, it is important to note one of the most prominent messages from this month: breast cancer awareness. This month has created an emphasis on the color pink, ribbons and, as a result, has also created an emphasis on the significance of breast cancer and its impact on the lives of Americans across the nation. With breast cancer having existed for over 5,000 years and impacting over 380,000 women and 2,600 men in the United

Oct 212 min read

Lady Trojan in the district tournament championship

Thomas Lemons Reporter On Thursday, October 15, the Dyersburg Lady Trojan soccer team played the South Gibson Hornets in the district tournament championship. Despite a 5-1 loss, the Lady Trojans placed second in the district, with senior Meredith Zamzow scoring the goal. Following the game, All-Tournament Team awards were presented to sophomore Jill Meadows, junior Olivia Meeks and freshman Za’Riyah Jackson. Additionally, All-District Team awards were presented to jun

Oct 161 min read