Exchange Program
Katelynn Hexamer, Staff Photographer/Writer
January 21, 2020
Mt Vernon has had an international student exchange program for years. The current program started in the 2016-17 school year. As part of this program, international students come to the United States, for as little as months and as long as two years. Current students are from Spain, Vietnam, German...
Decorating for Christmas
Graci Watson, Staff Writer
January 15, 2020
Many people who celebrate the holidays decorate. Some decorate by just putting a christmas tree up. Others go all out and cover the whole house with Christmas lights. Despite this, even people who don't decorate often have opinions about the best time to start decorating. “ I don’t think it’s...
Shrek the Musical
Madalyn Cottrell, Staff Writer
January 10, 2020
The cast of Shrek the Musical took their final bows on Sunday, November 24th. For the last 4 months, the crew, cast, and creative team have been working to put on an unforgettable performance. Shrek received a lot of positive feedback from several audiences, and was nearly sold out for the last three perform...
Backstage at Shrek
December 20, 2019
92nd FFA National Convention
Claire Jaques, Staff Writer
December 11, 2019
The 2019 FFA National Convention & Expo took place in Indianapolis, Indiana. FFA advisors bring their members from all over the nation. For many, the convention is an opportunity to meet back with friends from across the nation. From the Virgin Islands to Texas, members of the FFA look forward to this...
Dogs in Halloween Costumes
Taylor Jones, Staff Writer
December 9, 2019
Hey Marauders, welcome back to another “Taylor Talk.” This month’s topic is dogs in Halloween costumes. These costumes range from being adorable to looking absolutely ridiculous on the dogs. From mail carriers to baskets, the costume companies truly make them all. “I got my dog, Lola, a Halloween costume t...
?Marauder Mysteries? Episode 1 Haunted Auditorium
Claire Jaques, Staff Writer
December 2, 2019
There have been numerous accusations surrounding Mt. Vernon High School, but this one will throw students for a loop. Many students have come across frightening encounters with hauntings in the high school auditorium and music area. These scarring encounters leave students on the edge of their seats, won...
Haunted Indiana: Mud Creek Theatre
Madalyn Cottrell, Staff Writer
November 25, 2019
On the corner of Sergeant Road and just off of Fall Creek, sits Mud Creek Theatre. Nicknamed the “Barn,” it has become notorious for their local productions and summer youth programs. The Barn is a local monument for the performing arts. But, after spending a summer there, I learned that there is ...
Choir Fall Concert Backstage
November 19, 2019
Halloween 2019
Graci Watson, Staff Writer
November 15, 2019
Halloween is a popular holiday throughout the world. This year, Halloween was on a Thursday; however, the weather was frigid. The weather was in the 20’s with chill winds, snow and possible rain. Despite the freezing temperatures, people still went out and got their candy, carved pumpkins, and had...