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Don't Miss a Minute of McIntosh.

The Trail - The Student News Site of McIntosh High School

Don't Miss a Minute of McIntosh.

The Trail - The Student News Site of McIntosh High School

Graphic of a rabies bite treatment made in Canva by Jozlynn Smith

The wild threats in our neighborhoods

Jozlynn Smith, Staff Aug 20, 2025

According to the Centers for Disease Control, rabies is a deadly viral disease that attacks the central nervous system and is almost always fatal once symptoms appear. It spreads primarily through the...

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Re-establishing respect: treating teachers as teachers

Cari Heinonen, Staff Aug 20, 2025

In the first week of school, I witnessed countless students disrespecting teachers. Disrespect such as students talking during the lesson, laughing at the teacher, making jokes behind teachers’ backs...

Chiefs face Fayette County in the "Fight for 54

“Relentless” Chiefs win “Fight for 54”

Connor Lafontant, Sports Editor Aug 19, 2025

The McIntosh Chiefs opened the season with a rivalry matchup against the Fayette County Tigers for the "Fight for 54" trophy last Friday night. After a rain delay, kickoff was pushed to 8:30 P.M.,...

Kickoff switch up: Chiefs relocate Fight for 54 due to construction

Kickoff switch up: Chiefs relocate Fight for 54 due to construction

Connor Lafontant, Sports Editor Aug 14, 2025

Due to ongoing construction at McIntosh, the "Fight for 54"  has been relocated to Fayette County High School to maintain the football tradition of McIntosh vs Fayette. For more than 40 years,...

Kulture Kuration: Interior designing and defining

Maddie Hines, Social Media May 22, 2025

Host Maddie Hines interviews Interior Designer, Erika Ward.

A container is loaded onto a cargo ship while docked at Hai Phong port, after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 90-day pause on tariffs for many countries, in Hai Phong, Vietnam, April 16, 2025. REUTERS/Athit Perawongmetha

Trade tensions: the timeline of tariff wars with China, Canada and Mexico

Nyla Kërr, Yasemin Kalpakci, and Grace Lovejoy May 20, 2025

https://view.genially.com/6820c617edd8c9a007d99739/interactive-content-tariff-war

A view of the Papal Cathedra inside the Basilica of St. John Lateran, the ceremonial chair that symbolizes the Pope's authority as Bishop of Rome, during a rare guided tour, in Rome, Italy, April 30, 2025. REUTERS/Yara Nardi

Papal Conclave 2025: what to know

Betty Jane Plitt, Photo Editor May 16, 2025

On Wednesday, March 7, the Sistine Chapel closed its doors and started what may be considered one of the most important meetings for Catholics: the Papal Conclave. After Pope Francis passed away on April...

Kulture Kuration: the Met Gala and black dandyism

Maddie Hines, Social Media May 15, 2025

Kulture Kuration Host, Maddie Hines, discusses the themes of the Met Gala and how it relates to black culture.

An illustration made by Ryan Lloyd to demonstrate us leaving the world to rot and move to a new planet

OPINION: “We are killing the planet”

Jozlynn Smith and Connor Lafontant May 15, 2025

What’s the need for a new planet when it's our fault this one is dying? Just think about every time you’ve used ChatGPT, killing innocent animals with every question you ask because of the 8.4 tons...

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Caffeine Crazy: The dangers of overconsumption of caffeine in adolescence

Cari Heinonen and Ashlee Lefever May 15, 2025

Not only do energy drinks have high amounts of caffeine that could be dangerous, but they also have high amounts of sugar in them. The term “sugar crash” is widely known due to its effect on all types...

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OPINION: a code red that wasn’t: what went wrong?

Lily Johnson, Opinion Editor May 15, 2025

On Friday, May 2, there was a false code red during dismissal. The code red was accidentally triggered by “a sensor in the front office” according to an email sent out prior to the code red by Principal,...

Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra  pose during the Met Gala, an annual fundraising gala held for the benefit of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute with this year's theme 'Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,' in New York City, New York, U.S., May 5, 2025. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni

2025 Met Gala: Who Was Best Dressed?

Allie Hartman, Interactive Design Editor May 15, 2025

On May 5 2025, the 73rd annual Met Gala was held at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. The theme for the exhibition was “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.” This theme was focused on the history...

A graphic image of a graduation cap drawn by Rhyan Murphy

A new chapter

Jayden Wadlington, Staff May 13, 2025

May 23, is the last day of school for McIntosh students but is also the graduation date for the class of 2025. Most seniors are intrigued to see what the future brings. “I am super excited to be finally...

A sign out front of East Coweta high school on the morning of May 8.

Cyber attack on Coweta county affects May SAT

Robin Smith, Staff May 12, 2025

On May 3, several students showed up at East Coweta high school to take their SAT with a sign on the door saying that it was canceled due to a network attack, the sign noted that the SAT was rescheduled...

Red, Blue and a lot to do: a year in U.S. politics and Trump’s trade moves

CJ Boxhill and Ava Flores May 9, 2025

Co-hosts, CJ Boxhill and Ava Flores recap a year in politics and discuss Trump's tariff plans.

The 2025 Legend yearbook has arrived

Ryan LeVan, Multimedia May 7, 2025

Yearbook distribution starts Tuesday, May 13 in room 125. Bring your distribution ticket; your fourth period teacher was asked to distribute them to buyers. Tuesday SENIORS and JUNIORS ONLY during...

Beyond the field: academic and athletic considerations for college-bound athletes

Beyond the field: academic and athletic considerations for college-bound athletes

Grace Lovejoy, Editor-in-Chief May 7, 2025

Student-athletes must consider many elements when deciding to continue playing at the collegiate level. Whether students commit, factors such as financial aid, location and coaching relationships play...

U.S. President Donald Trump holds a signed executive order on cryptocurrencies, in the Oval Office of the White House, in Washington, U.S., January 23, 2025.   REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque

President Trump’s Executive Orders: unpacking their impact on America

Yasemin Kalpakci, Features Editor May 5, 2025

Since President Donald Trump’s inauguration on Jan. 20., swift changes have been made to American policies and government. President Trump has signed 143 Executive orders as of May 5, quadruple the number...

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WAVELENGTHS: a season’s end

Issac Dutcher, Stringer May 2, 2025

Drug Bug, the solo alias of emo-duo Willy Rodriguez member Star Starer (who I will refer to as Alex for simplicity), has always impressed me with every new thing that he releases. This is no exception!...

A tesla owned by a McIntosh student parked on campus at McIntosh High School.

Musk’s Cybertrucks negatively impact citizens nationwide

Jozlynn Smith, Staff May 1, 2025

With Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, the former head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and being close friends with President Donald Trump, there have been over 50 reports of people vandalizing...

Construction worker guiding a loaded dump truck through the construction site.

McIntosh rumbles: construction causes classroom disruptions

Ryan LeVan, Multimedia May 1, 2025

Construction at McIntosh High School is causing more than just noise—it's shaking up the entire learning experience for students and teachers near the Math and English hallway. “I was trying to take...

Photo illustration created in Canva by Allie Hartman.

Georgia middle and elementary schools possibly set to ban cell phones in July 2026

Allie Hartman, Interactive Design Editor May 1, 2025

On March 25., a bill to ban cellphone use in elementary and middle schools was passed by the Georgia Senate. If signed by Governor Brian Kemp, it will take effect in July, 2026. This bill is also known...

Image created in Canva by Issac Dutcher.

WAVELENGTHS: Is Maddox Batson country’s next big name or another drop in the bucket?

Isaac Dutcher, Stringer Apr 30, 2025

Nashville singer-songwriter Maddox Batson has proven that no matter what gimmicks an artist uses as promotion, it doesn’t mean they make good music. Batson, at only fifteen years old, has found himself...

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OPINION: Mental health centers need evaluation now

Anthony Capobianco, A&E Editor Apr 30, 2025

Editor’s note: This story discusses self-harm. If you or someone you know is in crisis call or text 988 to the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, 24/7. The Lifeline provides 24-hour, confidential support...

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