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The Central Digest

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The Central Digest

WINNIE WHEELER REFLECTS ON HER HIGH SCHOOL EXPERIENCE AMID A WORLD WAR  -- Winnie Wheeler poses for picture taken by her son, Jeff Wheeler.

Alumni Spotlight: Winnie Wheeler (’46) Reflects on Her Experience at Central During War Times

Bailey Brantingham, Editor January 19, 2021

Over the years, many faces matriculate and graduate from Central High School. Many of these faces go on to become distinguished Central alumni, whether it be through the Alumni Association or just expressing...

THE HOLI-GRAY SPECIAL-- Columnist Grayson Catlett decorates his family's Christmas tree.

The Gray Area: The Holi-Gray Special

Grayson Catlett, Columnist December 16, 2020

We have reached the final month of the year, and with that comes the holiday season. Elf, cookies and milk, "secret Santa" parties, the second episode of political family arguments, that one Hershey's...

CENTRAL'S HOLIDAY CHEFS -- Holiday treats await to be the center of enjoyment.

A Look at Central’s Holiday Chefs

Blake Catlett, Editor December 15, 2020

The holidays are now upon us, and whether your holiday season features Christmas trees, dreidels, or Kwanzaa candles, one thing can unite us all during this season of giving: good food. Home-cooked...

TSSAA ANNOUNCES NEW 2021-23 SPORTS CLASSIFICATIONS -- Central athletics receive new classifications for 2021-2023.

TSSAA Announces New 2021-2023 Sports Classifications

Luke Keown, Staff Writer December 14, 2020

In November, the Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association (TSSAA) announced significant sports classification changes. These changes will rearrange sports districts and regions throughout the Volunteer...

NURSE KIMBERLY LYKES FACES MANY CHANGES FROM COVID-19 -- The nurse at Central is constantly cleaning surfaces to better protect the students and faculty.

Nurse Kimberly Lykes Faces Many Changes From COVID-19

Zoey Greene, Staff Writer December 11, 2020

As the pandemic rages on, there is one member of the faculty at Central that has been greatly affected by the changes occurring through each step. Nurse Kimberly Lykes is under constant pressure as her...

CHRIS KRIBS IS NAMED TEACHER OF THE MONTH -- History teacher Chris Kribs pictured with his family.

Chris Kribs Named Central’s Teacher of the Month for November

Grayson Catlett, Columnist December 10, 2020

With another month comes another teacher of the month winner, and who would be more inclined to win than one of the most beloved history teachers at Central? For the month of November, Central students...

NEW WRESTLER SENIOR ROBY THOMAS -- Senior Roby Thomas looks use his experience to help Central's younger wrestlers grow.

Central Welcomes Senior Roby Thomas to Wrestling Team

Haroun Ghazi, Staff Writer December 9, 2020

Over the past years, Central’s wrestling team has been exceeding expectations. In this year's season, the team hopes to build off of their past success, and newcomers to the team will look to add to...

2020 HOLDS ROUGH START FOR GIRLS' BASKETBALL -- Junior Jakiyah Robinson dribbles the ball, looking to charge towards the net.

Central Girls’ Basketball Opens Season with Losses Against Boyd Buchanan and Hixson

Amber Burchfield, Staff Writer December 8, 2020

The Lady Pounders have been preparing for the season since this summer. Although, the team could not get in all of their preparation as COVID-19 prevented them from participating in scrimmage games. The...

CENTRAL BOYS BASKETBALL LOSES IN GAMES AGAINST HIXSON, BOYD BUCHANAN, AND MCCALLIE -- Senior Garrnett Hubbard dribbles down the court looking for an open pass.

Central Boys’ Basketball Loses Against Hixson, Boyd Buchanan, and McCallie

Karleigh Schwarzl, Sports Editor December 7, 2020

Going into this year, the Central boys' basketball team was very excited to dive into this season, even with the restrictions of COVID-19. The 2020-21 team has eight seniors, which is very influential...

CENTRAL FOCUSES ON OUTREACH DURING A DIFFICULT YEAR-- Dallana Nolazco, Morgan Crites, Makayla Paris, Colby Adams, and Deondree Roberts stand in the armory with collection boxes for the toy and hygiene drives.

Central Focuses on Outreach During a Difficult Year

Sarah Katheron Latham, Assistant Editor December 4, 2020

“Everybody can be great because anybody can serve. You don’t have to have a college degree to serve. You don’t have to make your subject and your verb agree to serve. You don’t have to know the...

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