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From Nana's Kitchen with Love.
Posted on November 17, 2011
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Written by Emily Garrison, Editor-in-Chief Print

Thanksgiving is less than a week away, and some families’ Thanksgiving dinners are going to be served even sooner! What’s on your menu for this year? You probably have the basics: the turkey and all the trimmings, a few side dishes... Read more »

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Food for Thought: How to not overdo it this Thanksgiving!
Posted on November 16, 2011
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Written by Megan Lincoln, Editor-in-Chief E-edition

Yummy mashed potatoes drenched in turkey gravy made from your Grandma’s famous stuffed turkey. Of course, you can’t forget the cranberry sauce and the fluffy stuffing! There are so many wonderful foods to choose from and not enough... Read more »

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D-B Students on the Top!
Posted on November 10, 2011
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Written by Rachel Shope, Layout Editor

Along with voting for Senior Superlatives comes a whole slew of questions. Who should I vote for cutest smile? Prettiest Eyes? Biggest Change? Will I maybe even win one? Well, you can stop pondering these, because the votes for your... Read more »

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Do You Have the Skills to Pay the Bills?
Posted on October 5, 2011
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Written by Megan Lincoln, Editor-in-Chief E-edition

Money, money, money. It seems as though today’s society has drilled in our heads that money determines success. However, as students, and even adults, it seems we are never educated on how to appropriately handle money, make and... Read more »

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Scuba Club Takes the Plunge!
Posted on October 4, 2011
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Written by David Martinez, Reporter

Have you ever wondered where to go when you have the urge to go scuba diving? Dobyns-Bennett has an outstanding and unique Scuba Diving Club that gives you a chance to do numerous things; this is something not every school can say.... Read more »

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Fashion Frenzy!
Posted on September 26, 2011
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Written by Liz Kemble, Reporter

(Right: Ms. Wallingford stops to add a touch-up to her beautiful smile, a must have addition to her fashionable outfit!) Every year you go shopping and try on what seems like dozens of outfits. It gets to the point that you never... Read more »

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Tail Tales
Posted on September 22, 2011
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Written by Ellysse Clark, News/Student Life Editor

Lizards and rabbits and gerbils, oh my! If you are interested in learning about animals and caring for domestic pets, then small animal care is the class for you! It is definitely one of the best classes that Dobyns-Bennett has to... Read more »

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Do You Have Skills?
Posted on September 20, 2011
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Written by Matt Blevins, Photography Director

           Skills USA is an international non-profit student organization that serves students enrolled in career and technical eduction training programs at our nation's high schools, such as Dobyns-Bennett. Skills USA's... Read more »

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Do Backpacks Equal Bad Backs?
Posted on September 6, 2011
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Written by Ellysse Clark, News/Student Life Editor

Backpacks are a part of many students' lives from elementary school all the way through college. They are essential tools to the learning process by providing a way to transport all class materials efficiently. However, many risks... Read more »

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DB's Journey to the Center of Kingsport
Posted on September 2, 2011
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Written by Meredith Aulds

The Dobyns-Bennett Caving Club, loaded with bats, exploration, and fun, is in full swing for this new year! Already its member count has doubled from last year and Mr. Reis, the sponsor, is planning an awesome year full of trips to... Read more »

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