Are we safe?
Jamycia Jackson and Savana Swygert, Staff Writers
April 17, 2017
Weapons incidents have put schools on alert
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Rap battle to be held at Cross Creek
Taniya Young, Staff Writer
March 23, 2017
Spit those bars
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Trump or Dump?
Justin Gilmore and Erica Dahdah
Election time is over in America and people can agree that this is the most controversial election of recent time, if not all. Democratic Nominee Hillary Clinton won the...
November 14, 2016 • No Comments
The beginning of an end
Valerie Saunders, Staff Writer
It’s the end of September and the end of summer has truly arrived. It’s now October and it’s now the time to pop out the pumpkin spice everything that seems to ...
October 5, 2016 • No Comments
NJROTC takes Washington
Barbara Rowe, Staff Writer
Alyssa McGuire was excited when the charter bus pulled into the city of Washington, D.C. recently with 50 students from Cross Creek’s NJROTC unit. It was the first time...
September 20, 2016 • No Comments
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Keeping the halls safe
Anijah Gordon, Staff Writer
Who's that new face we have been seeing in the hallway? Her name is Shay Rawls and she is our new hall monitor. Shay graduated from Cross Creek in 2006. She played varsity...
April 20, 2017 • No Comments
Are we safe?
Jamycia Jackson and Savana Swygert, Staff Writers
There have been several stories in the news lately, including incidents at Cross Creek, involving students bringing weapons to school. The Tusk decided to ask the admi...
April 17, 2017 • No Comments
Rap battle to be held at Cross Creek
Taniya Young, Staff Writer
Calling all rappers and those with bars. The Cross Creek Cold Speak Rap Battle will be held at 6 p.m. on April 27. Contestants are being sought and the event is being...
March 23, 2017 • No Comments
JGG Brings Home Trophies
Gregory Barlow and Barbara Rowe
Students in Dr. Cynthia Lovett’s Jobs for Georgia Graduates club recently brought home first- and second place awards for work they have done this year. The...
March 14, 2017 • No Comments
Go Big Or Go Home
Gregory Barlow and Tiana Deeds
It's about that time again, for our annual car show here at Cross Creek. We're all excited to see what this years car show has to offer. Who will take home the big titles...
March 6, 2017 • No Comments
The Fighting Razorback
Justin Gilmore, Staff Writer
"I'm not that guy who's just that good at wrestling. I wanna give all of the glory to the Lord." Incredibly humble and dedicated Cross Creek wrestler and professional fighter...
February 7, 2017 • No Comments
May I Have Your Attention, Please?
November 7, 2016
Free speech, or suspendable offense?
October 21, 2016
Cross Creek’s new face in guidance
October 13, 2016
October 3, 2016
Confessions of a teenage Razorback
September 29, 2016
Go Ghost? Ghosting? #DannyPhantom
September 22, 2016
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My black
Anijah Gordon, Staff Writer
My black is beautiful My black is strong, My black keeps on moving even when it has been done wrong. My black is a conqueror My black is a warrior although it is surrounded by barriers. My black is ebony through the pain and the agony My black is an overcomer marching to the beat of...
March 7, 2017 • No Comments
The Real Fool
Tiana Deeds, Staff Writer
You're not a fool for being a genuine human being. You're rather self righteous in that act. To see the good in a world that is so cold, is nearly impossible. Yet, you did it. You saw the light. To give so many chances is noble act indeed. They might say this is insane. Or they may...
February 26, 2017 • No Comments
The Last Chapter
Tiana Deeds, Staff Writer
The spark had dimmed and it was almost as if we were staying because we felt like we owed each other something. That something...is a thing I couldn't even tell you. I've tried to make sense of it many times before. You needed to be free. I needed stability. And in the end this is where our...
January 24, 2017 • No Comments
Dance in the Rain
Anijah Gordon, Staff Writer
After the rain we somehow know that light will come again. After the rain we expect nothing less than gods colors of promise. After the rain we are looking forward to dance in joy. After the rain the sun will shine again. But what happens during the rain. Do we suffocate from...
January 18, 2017 • No Comments
Who Am I ???
Anijah Gordon, Staff Writer
Who am I? The question that I often ask myself. Who am I? It is so complex that it never takes a rest. Who am I? Am I a person who breathes and receive, receive peace and love and is created by the one above. Am I a person that fits the criteria of a human being and not just seen as a walking...
December 2, 2016 • No Comments
The fight
Tiana Deeds, writer
The world fights against us,nobody wants anyone to be themselves. We're so scared to be ourselves that we mold into the picturesque model that society has set for us. Ultimately suppressing the real us, locking the metaphorical safe so that no one else can see. The only time that safe comes unlocked...
December 2, 2016 • No Comments
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The Empire is Back
Anijah Gordon, Staff Writer
The first black family of music is back on FOX on Wednesday nights. Season three of Empire has already had an epic start. Taraji P. Henson the Cookie monster is back even...
April 11, 2017 • No Comments
Amandla Stenberg Ditches Her Curly Locs
Tiana Deeds, Staff Writer
We can expect to see Amandla starring in "Where Hands Touch" a story about biracial children in Nazi Germany. Although the story tells this compelling story, it also left...
March 10, 2017 • No Comments
February 28, 2017
Paris Jackson and Wendy Williams Feud
February 8, 2017
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The Fighting Razorback
Justin Gilmore, Staff Writer
"I'm not that guy who's just that good at wrestling. I wanna give all of the glory to the Lord." Incredibly humble and dedicated Cross Creek wrestler and professional fighter...
February 7, 2017 • No Comments
All Star Razorback
Justin Gilmore, Staff Writer
Luis Campusano-Bracero, a senior at Cross Creek, is continuing to gain traction toward his goal of one day playing professional baseball. Earlier this month, Campusano-Bracero...
August 25, 2016 • No Comments
Favorite Sports Survey
In a random survey of 28 students, it was concluded that the school’s favorite sport is basketball. 28 students were stopped randomly in the hallway and asked which out...
April 14, 2016 • No Comments
Fast track to the majors?
Brian Neill, The Tusk Adviser
For those keeping an eye on Luis Campusano - and there are many, it's not a question of whether he will go to the majors, but when. The Cross Creek junior who catches for...
March 28, 2016 • No Comments
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Savannah Key
Tiana Deeds, Editor
Mrs. Peake, Cross Creek's art teacher, was interviewed to find out who she thinks qualifies as "star student" out of all her classes. "Savannah Key" she says "is dedicated...
October 27, 2015 • No Comments
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Daily Slay
How do I pick my prom dress?
Anijah Gordon, Staff Writer
Prom is near our favorite time of the year. Searching for the perfect prom dress can be stressful. However, if you follow these three guidelines on how to find your perfect...
February 7, 2017 • No Comments
Dress for Success; First Impression Counts
Anijah Gordon, Staff Writer
Inspired by the Kappas (fraternity group) with the dream of becoming one Travez Moses is always dressed for success. Unlike others he is Mr Casual. But where did it all begin?...
January 20, 2017 • No Comments
November 14, 2016
This Week Fall Outfit Inspiration
October 13, 2016
School Fashion: Aniyah Randolph
October 13, 2016
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Editorial
Is College Really Worth The Cost??
Tiana Deeds, Staff Writer
For most high school students their journey doesn't stop at high school, they often continue down their path of education with College. "Where are you going to college"...
February 26, 2017 • No Comments
The Nasty Yellow Starburst
Tristin Chavis, Staff Writer
The one thing that makes me mad, is the yellow Starburst. Why the yellow Starburst? Because you always get that one no matter what, and everyone hates that flavor and the...
January 24, 2017 • No Comments
Trump or Dump?
Justin Gilmore and Erica Dahdah
Election time is over in America and people can agree that this is the most controversial election of recent time, if not all. Democratic Nominee Hillary Clinton won the...
November 14, 2016 • No Comments
Quick Tips That Will Save Your Hair
If you have natural hair or you are in the stage of transitioning then you know there is a big struggle to find hair products that are right for your hair type because all...
September 22, 2016 • No Comments
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A&E
13 reasons why
Anijah Gordon, Staff Writer
Netflix recently came out with a new series show called "13 Reasons Why". The show is about a young girl by the name of Hannah who had committed suicide. Before she took her life she recorded 13 tapes to 13 peopl...
April 27, 2017 • No Comments
Book Review: Milk and Honey
Tiana Deeds, Staff Writer
Milk and honey...not only good for the body but good for the soul as well. Milk and Honey by Rupi Kaur is a collection of thought provoking poetry. Rupi Kaur is a Toront...
April 12, 2017 • No Comments
Ed Sheeran: Divide
Erica Dahdah, Staff Writer
Earlier in the month, Ed Sheeran released his new album Divide. The deluxe album has a total of 16 songs. The songs range from happy and upbeat to sad and relaxing. Whe...
March 14, 2017 • No Comments
Stranger Things: World Upside Down
Erica Dahdah, Staff Writer
If you loved the first season of Stranger Things, then you’ll be happy to hear about the release of season two. The Netflix Original was confirmed for a second seaso...
February 7, 2017 • No Comments
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Mannequin Challenge
Anijah Gordon, Staff Writer
Have you heard about the new challenge circling around. We've heard about the Juju on that beat challenge, steal her man challenge, ice bucket challenge and now we are p...
November 18, 2016 • No Comments
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