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Obama Cares

Brittany Musser, Staff Writer
May 3, 2012
Filed under Blogs, Recent Stories

In March of 2010, President Obama signed into law his healthcare overhaul bill known as the Patient Protection and Affordable Care act. Under the law, everyone is required to purchase insurance or pay a penalty, among other things. The Supreme Court has begun debating over the law after 27... (more...)

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Seniors Set to Graduate

Brittany Musser, Staff Writer
May 3, 2012
Filed under Features, Recent Stories

Senior Morgan Wood walks into school acutely aware that in less than two months she will be graduating. As she enters her first period class she becomes overwhelmed with anticipation and excitement – the countdown has begun. “I’m super excited that graduation is so close,” Wood... (more...)

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Petty Political Parties

Brittany Musser, Staff Writer
April 29, 2012
Filed under Entertainment Blog, Recent Stories

Last week I was asked to write an editorial about the current Supreme Court case regarding Obama Care. As I researched about it, I realized how convoluted the whole process had become. Instead of being an issue of the constitutionality of the law, it had become a battle between the political... (more...)

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Officer Mathis

Brittany Musser, Staff Writer
March 27, 2012
Filed under Personalities

Officer Mathis turns into a parking lot, following kids who left for lunch. As they get out of the car with their Whataburger cups she calls after them to stop, retrieving their names and ID numbers to turn in to the police. “It can be a difficult job,” Mathis said. “The kids often run... (more...)

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The Truth About Newspaper

Brittany Musser, Staff Writer
March 8, 2012
Filed under Blogs, Recent Stories

Most people don’t know, but The Rider Online is a nationally recognized newspaper. We have won, for the third year in a row, a Crown (an award from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association) and are nominated for a Pacemaker (from the National Scholastic Press Association). From the outside,... (more...)

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Senioritis

Brittany Musser, Staff Writer
February 16, 2012
Filed under Blogs, Recent Stories

I feel infected. A disease that I was immune to my first three years of high school, but in just the last three months has taken over my life. It leaves me unmotivated, bored and constantly distracted by Scramble with Friends and Pinterest. As time goes on it becomes stronger and stronger,... (more...)

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Mr. Daves

Brittany Musser, Staff Writer
February 10, 2012
Filed under Personalities

As the students begin to quiet down Nathan Daves, English teacher, pulls out his copy of Hamlet. He begins to review and discuss with the students the chapters he assigned for homework the previous class. Excited to discover the students are eager to analyze the novel, the class discussion... (more...)

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BLOG: End of the Lockout: Let the Games Begin

Brittany Musser, Staff Writer
December 7, 2011
Filed under Blogs, Recent Stories

The stadium is at a roar, with a new sort of excitement and anticipation never before felt by anyone there. I watch the screen, wishing more than anything our players were on the court in front of us and not in Miami Beach. The clock is slowly winding down, bringing us closer and closer to... (more...)

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Losing Lettermen

Brittany Musser
November 1, 2011
Filed under News, Recent Stories, Top Story

With cold weather approaching, many students have begun to break out winter clothes, however, those students who have not earned a letterman will have to find an alternative way to stay warm. As of this year Mansfield Independent School District will no longer pay for student letter jackets... (more...)

Senior Kristi Kamesch directs the band in song during a football game

Kristi Kamesch

Brittany Musser, Staff Writer
November 1, 2011
Filed under Personalities

Standing on the podium looking out onto the field, senior Kristi Kamesch waits for the show to begin. As the students prepare to start, Kamesch raises her arms to conduct, ready to lead the band.  Kamesch, the band’s head drum major, began playing clarinet in the sixth grade. “I loved... (more...)

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Luca Chudoba

Brittany Musser, Staff Writer
October 11, 2011
Filed under Featured Athlete, Personalities

Towering over his opponents, freshman Luca Chudoba stands at the tennis net prepared for a volley. As the competitor hits the ball down the line Chudoba steps and hits an overhead winning the point.  Chudoba began playing tennis in seventh grade at T.A. Howard Middle School. “My favorite... (more...)

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LBTV: Hall Walking: First day of school

Brittany Musser, Staff Writer
August 31, 2011
Filed under LBTV, Recent Stories

Freshmen and seniors talk about their first day of high school. Print PDF  Read More →

Parker Anderson

Brittany Musser
April 5, 2011
Filed under Personalities

Sophomore Parker Anderson grabs his racket and walks onto the court preparing for the match ahead. Apprehension and excitement takes over as he faces his opponent, this is what he’s been training for. How long have you been playing tennis? “I’ve been playing for four years. I like high... (more...)

Environmental Science Class Carries Trash

Brittany Musser
March 25, 2011
Filed under Clubs & Organizations, Top Story

In an effort to promote awareness for recycling, Mrs.Fagan had her AP Environmental Science class carry around trash bags to collect their garbage for two days. At the conclusion of the trial, the students calculated the percentage of their waste that was recyclable, non-recyclable and reusable. “It’s... (more...)

District Calls Off Elementary, Secondary Job Fairs

Brittany Musser
March 22, 2011
Filed under News

MISD canceled the annual Elementary and Secondary Job Fair for the 2011-2012 school year would have been held on May 3-6, while the Athletic Job Fair will proceed as scheduled on May 7 at the Vernon Newsom Stadium. The reduced level of hiring needs as well as the budget cuts are soon to take... (more...)

Camp CommUNITY Leaves Lasting Impact on Junior’s Life

Brittany Musser
February 17, 2011
Filed under News

High school students from Tarrant county will assemble in Anna, Texas on June 13 for a diversity leadership institute known as Camp CommUNITY. The annual event run by the Multicultural Alliance promotes bonding within the community and awareness of social issues. “I believe Camp CommUNITY... (more...)

Texting While Driving

Brittany Musser
January 27, 2011
Filed under Features

Junior Nikolette Sullivan looks up at the rear view mirror only to see a car speeding toward her.  Seconds later she feels the impact of the car caused by the distracted driver as she jerks forward. Sullivan’s truck was rear ended by a driver who was busy texting rather than watching the... (more...)

Irrationality causes unneeded conflicts, easily solved by simple actions

Brittany Musser
January 4, 2011
Filed under Our Opinion

Mansfield is an extremely diverse town that has an exceptional economy and educational system.  Although white is the predominant race, Hispanics, African Americans, Asians, and Pacific islanders make up approximately 33 percent of the population. According to city-data.com, on average the... (more...)

Tracie Pettus

Brittany Musser
December 21, 2010
Filed under Personalities

Junior Tracie Pettus jokes with friends during marching practice about everything from upcoming competitions to the latest books they’ve read. She then returns to her position in the formation, relishing the feeling of being with her friends and doing what she loves. Musician “I chose band... (more...)

Morning Announcements Require Reform

Brittany Musser
December 15, 2010
Filed under Our Opinion, Top Story

The announcements are ineffective and need to be reformed if they are to be beneficial to the faculty, staff and students. Students and staff need the announcements to stay informed of current events happening around school. To have a unified body communication is essential, yet Legacy relies... (more...)

Sporcle Friday

Brittany Musser
November 17, 2010
Filed under Blogs

Being a junior in all advanced classes I figured that newspaper would be one of my easier classes this year, but I was extremely mistaken.  Nothing has been more frustrating than attempting to get my stories in on time only for them to be handed back completely torn up by the editors, but... (more...)

Permission Shouldn’t be Needed to Watch US President

Brittany Musser
September 18, 2010
Filed under Our Opinion, Top Story

President Obama delivered a speech for students on Tuesday, September 14, 2010 at noon. In order to watch the speech students were required to turn in a permission slip by the preceding Friday. Parents should not have been required to sign a permission slip for students wanting to view President... (more...)

Debate Team Gets Ritz

Brittany Musser
September 18, 2010
Filed under Clubs & Organizations, News

Looks of amusement filled the faces of students as Mr.Ritz, Legacy’s new debate coach, addressed the class. His strong belief in every student’s ability was evident as he talked of his future plans to build a solid debate program. “One of my goals is to not only help Legacy, but all of... (more...)

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