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The Cougar Chronicle, Covering Creek in Ink since 1977

CCHS Press

The Cougar Chronicle, Covering Creek in Ink since 1977

CCHS Press

Back at it again

Five popular shows returning to mainstream media
Story by: Rayya Gordon, News Editor April 8, 2016

Perhaps the big TV networks realized what their viewers really wanted, or maybe the industry just ran out of ideas. Whatever the reason, 2016 proved a big year for the reboots of several popular shows...

Early release eliminated for upcoming school year

CCHS and JVHS denied TEA permission
Story by: Rayya Gordon, News Editor March 8, 2016

Due to a change in state law, students will no longer have early release on Thursdays. Early release was only possible via waivers from the Texas Education Agency (TEA), and no waivers will be granted...

Students agree not enough coverage of Black History Month

Students agree not enough coverage of Black History Month

Story by: Rayya Gordon, News Editor February 29, 2016

Black History Month serves as a national celebration of black-American culture every February since 1976. However, the subject does not receive much coverage in today’s history classes, and students...

Keeping up with the verbal pitches

A guide to understanding baseball buzz words
Story by: Rayya Gordon, News Editor February 23, 2016

Baseball season has arrived, and understanding the games goes hand in hand with the fun of America’s favorite pastime. Use these handy buzzwords to follow along as the baseball diamond heats up. Ace...

Things to know about the ‘Merc with a Mouth’

Catch up with Deadpool’s backstory before the movie premieres
Story by: Rayya Gordon, News Editor February 11, 2016

Loyal fans and newcomers alike wait in anticipation of the new movie “Deadpool,” a feature film about an assassin named Wade Wilson with a reputation for sass in the Marvel universe. Wilson, who first...

Six ways to stop spring stress

Story by: Rayya Gordon, News Editor February 3, 2016

Everyone needs a chance to relax and escape the pressure of spring semester. When all the tests and parties and finals get overwhelming, use this list as a much-needed chill pill. Get healthy. Eat...

Guns up, guns down

Story by: Rayya Gordon, News Editor January 8, 2016

The state of Texas initiated a new gun control law adding to previous regulations. As of January 1, citizens who own a valid concealed handgun license hold the right to open carry their gun in a shoulder...

Welcome to Creek Nation

Welcome to Creek Nation

Snokhous takes over as principal
Story by: Rayya Gordon, News Editor December 17, 2015

Exhaling a sigh of relief, the new woman on campus smiles as she sinks down into her office chair. Meetings and ‘Main street’ keep her on her toes, but now the real work can begin. Vicki Snokhous...

One to rule them all

One to rule them all

Story by: Rayya Gordon, News Editor October 15, 2015

After Principal Sandy Trujillo’s retirement in early September, the search to find a permanent principal commenced and will soon come to an end. Spearheaded by the six district associate and assistant...

From baseball to ‘Boomerang’

MLB legend Yogi Berra passes away
Story by: Rayya Gordon, News Editor October 15, 2015

Major League Baseball player Lawrence Peter “Yogi” Berra, a Hall of Famer for 43 years, passed away on the night of Sept. 22, at the age of 90. Berra held the title of one of the greatest catchers...

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