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The Trail - The Student News Site of McIntosh High School

Landon Wilde

Landon Wilde, News Editor

Landon Wilde has been on The Trail staff for three years. Since his first year on staff as a sophomore he has taken many roles such as staff writer, photographer, sports editor, and news editor. He has played baseball for McIntosh for four years. His extensive knowledge of sports allows him to capture great photos on the field/court.

Wilde has been recognized in his ability to be an effective journalist and therefore has taken on the responsibility of being the sports and news editor this year on staff. He has also been noticed by the Peachtree City newspaper The Citizen who used his photographs in an article. His skills with a camera have also been utilized by the McIntosh yearbook staff.

When Landon isn’t on the field taking action shots for his school’s teams, he’s most likely playing on the field himself. His passion for baseball has persisted his whole life and has goals to play collegiate baseball after highschool.

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NFTs – What are They? How do They Work?

Landon Wilde, News Editor Mar 31, 2022

Chances are that you've heard of NFTs. They have experienced a surge of popularity in the cryptocurrency community and added a whole other level to how crypto can be consumed by people. “NFT” stands...

Pictured above is the student section during a game against Northgate high school. The theme for this game was "western." 
Photo by Tracy Guo

McIntosh – Best Student Section in Georgia?

Landon Wilde, News Editor Feb 28, 2022

The student section at any high school or college game can consist of some of the most die-hard fans. From the Spike Squad at UGA football games to the Green Man at McIntosh basketball games, the student...

Above is a photo of Wendy Mabon and her husband taken just after the UGA Bulldogs won the National Championship. 
Photo credits: Wendy Mabon

Go Dawgs! and Good Luck Beards?

Landon Wilde, News Editor Jan 28, 2022

The University of Georgia, while it is well known for its academics as a respectable four-year college they also have a very successful athletics program. “The University of Georgia ranks second all-time...

The Trail - Print Edition is Available

The Trail – Print Edition is Available

Landon Wilde, News Editor Dec 26, 2021

For over a month the Mcintosh Trail staff has been working hard to produce a print edition newspaper for the McIntosh student body to read. The papers arrived via mail today. Be on the lookout for "Evergreen"...

Photo by Max Lawson

McIntosh v LaGrange Game Recap

Landon Wilde, News Editor Aug 31, 2021

On Fri Aug. 27 the McIntosh Chiefs hosted the Lagrange Grangers. Originally, McIntosh was scheduled to play Hampton High School. “I just received official word that the game against Hampton this Friday...

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Football Last Minute Schedule Change

Landon Wilde, News Editor Aug 24, 2021

On Mon Aug. 23 news reached the student body that Hampton High School had withdrawn from the game on Fri Aug. 27. Information concerning this sudden change was released by Head Coach Lee Belknap. "I just...

Photo credit: Fayette County Board of Education

J.C. Booth Latest Updates and Information

Landon Wilde, News Editor May 6, 2021

J.C. Booth Middle School was built in 1979 and the inside of the middle school is proof of its age. FCBOE has been under pressure to renovate or build a new middle school to replace Booth. After much discussion...

Prom - Where is it? Why is it so Expensive?

Prom – Where is it? Why is it so Expensive?

Landon Wilde, News Editor Mar 31, 2021

As most students may know the 2021 McIntosh prom is just around the corner. However, Just like almost every other event this year, prom will be a little different due to the global pandemic we are facing....

Valentine's Day Restrictions

Valentine’s Day Restrictions

Landon Wilde, News Editor Feb 12, 2021

Valentine's Day is the time to tell the people you care about how much they mean to you. Oftentimes this includes getting your loved one flowers, balloons, or maybe a box of chocolates. However, here at...

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Landon Wilde, News Editor Feb 1, 2021

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is described as recurring episodes of depression that are caused by a change in the season. Most cases occur during the winter seasons although it is not limited to. SAD...

PSAT Test Day Update

PSAT Test Day Update

Landon Wilde, News Editor Jan 25, 2021

Freshman, sophomores and juniors who signed up for the PSAT are scheduled to take it on Jan. 26. An email was sent out to all students regarding the schedule for the testing day and some instructions for...

A screenshot of FCBOE's weekly COVID-19 report

Credits: FCBOE website

Operational Schedule Update

Landon Wilde, News Editor Jan 15, 2021

Brick and mortar or virtual learning? Synchronous or asynchronous? Green, yellow or red schedule? Students this year have had to adapt to changing learning environments. An email was sent to all students...

Effects of COVID-19 on Students

Landon Wilde, News Editor Dec 14, 2020

COVID-19 has affected everyone in one way or another. Everyone had to quarantine, a mask is now a part of people’s everyday outfit, and the world has adapted to a more virtual lifestyle. This global...

An image to the exam schedule that was releases by the Chiefs Connection

New Exam Exemption Process

Landon Wilde, News Editor Dec 8, 2020

With the introduction of the new hybrid learning schedule at McIntosh, the exam exemption process has changed. In years past, exam exemptions were done through forms sent home with students to be filled...

BREAKING: McIntosh on Hybrid Schedule

Landon Wilde, News Editor Dec 2, 2020

Today McIntosh released an announcement about the new instructional format. The following statement was sent to students to inform them of this change: Due to the number of positive COVID-19 cases and...

Exam Exemption Criteria

Landon Wilde, News Editor Nov 23, 2020

Final exams for this semester will begin in December and it's time for students to start preparing. The schedule for the exams was released through the “Chiefs Connection” in an email sent to all students...

Homecoming Week Activities

Homecoming Week Activities

Landon Wilde, News Editor Oct 26, 2020

Homecoming week starts next week and the McIntosh staff has planned a week full of spirit days and activities. Here is a list of the activities by day. Monday 10/26: Theme- Meme Day Activity- Door...

Photo by FCBOE

McIntosh Switching to Green Schedule

Landon Wilde, News Editor Sep 30, 2020

The Fayette County Board of Education has developed a plan to slowly start allowing students to take classes in person five days a week. This brick and mortar, Monday through Friday education plan was...

A screenshot of the latest COVID-19 report published by FCBOE

Is McIntosh Going Green?

Landon Wilde, News Editor Sep 18, 2020

Students have been in school for five weeks now on a hybrid schedule. This schedule consists of half the students being at McIntosh on Monday and Tuesday and the other half being in person on Thursday...

Spring Break Plans Cancelled Due to Covid-19

Landon Wilde, News Editor Mar 30, 2020

Due to COVID-19, schools have been closed, workers are being laid off, people are advised to stay at home and not come in contact with people less than six feet away. Now the Coronavirus threatens another...

Junior, Porter Frank leads the team out of the locker room to take the field at game time.

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Feb 14, 2020

Junior, Porter Frank leads the team out of the locker room to take the field at game time.

Gavin Proffitt competing during a match against at Starr's Mill wrestler 

Photo taken by Grant White

Wrestlers compete at state championship

Landon Wilde, News Editor Feb 26, 2020

On Sunday, Feb. 16 the state wrestling tournament was held and four McIntosh wrestlers qualified to compete. Jacob Tripp, Chase Nerenberg, Gavin Proffitt, and Jake Eulenfield represented McIntosh at the...

Popular backpacks such as these are used despite the no backpack policy.

OPINON: No Backpack Policy is not Effective

Landon Wilde, News Editor Feb 6, 2020

When school shootings started to occur more frequently in American schools, policies were put into place to protect students. Rules such as no backpacks or trenchcoats are some of these policies. McIntosh...

Beware of Your Golf Cart Battery

Beware of Your Golf Cart Battery

Landon Wilde, News Editor Nov 21, 2019

If you look into the garage of a house in Peachtree City, it is likely you will find a golf cart parked there. With a 90 mile network of cart paths, golf carts are used in Peachtree City almost as effectively...

Room number being placed on a window

Eagle Scout Project Increases School Safety

Landon Wilde, News Editor Oct 22, 2019

The issue of school safety has been in the spotlight of media and individuals all around America. Changes have been made in schools across the nation to make students feel more safe and secure during school...

Chief News Outreach

Adelaide Barrett and Landon Wilde Oct 22, 2019

National    Adelaide Barrett   Amidst California’s ongoing wildfire crisis, the Pacific Gas and Electric Co. has announced plans for a Public Safety Power Shut Off. As a preemptive...

Senior posing for photos with family

Volleyball Celebrates Senior Night

Landon Wilde, News Editor Oct 9, 2019

Senior night is a night that McIntosh conducts for each sport that recognizes the senior competitors. Tuesday, Oct. 1 the varsity volleyball team held their annual senior night. The McIntosh Chiefs defeated...

Standing Out from Yearbooks in the Past

Landon Wilde, News Editor Oct 3, 2019

Imagine looking back at your high school self twenty years from now while memories that had long escaped your mind come flooding back. Yearbooks are almost like time capsules in that way. Almost every...

Abby Rauch mid jump at one of her horse shows.

Abby Rauch Jumping with Joy at Horse Show

Landon Wilde, News Editor Sep 6, 2019

Sports can provide amazing opportunities, and it is every athlete’s dream to reach the next level of competition. For Abby Rauch that is exactly what happened.  Abby Rauch, a sophomore, is...

The McIntosh Aeronautics team poses atop the championship podium after receiving their trophy and prize check.

McIntosh Aeronautics Flying High

Zack Stone and Landon Wilde Aug 29, 2019

The McIntosh Aeronautics Organization competed in Muncie, Indiana for the chance to be national champions and win $2500. For the third consecutive year, the Chiefs brought home the victory.  Joe Metzler,...

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