For this week your editors have decided to give a brief history of Valentine’s Day since love is still very much in the air. There are varying opinions as to the origin of Valentine’s Day. Some experts state that it originated from St. Valentine, a Roman who was martyred for refusing to give up Christianity. Other aspects of the story say that Saint Valentine served as a priest at the temple during the reign of Emperor Claudius. When Claudius decided that single men made better soldiers than those with wives and families he outlawed marriage for young men. Valentine defied Claudius and continued to perform marriages for young lovers in secret. When Valentine’s actions were discovered, Claudius ordered that he be put to death. He died on February 14, 269 A.D. Legend also says that St. Valentine left a farewell note for the jailer’s daughter, who had become his friend, and signed it “From Your Valentine”. In 496 A.D. Pope Gelasius set aside February 14 to honor St. Valentine.
The seniors of the week are Madison Faulk, Matt Faulkner, Jacob Gibbs, Brittney Gibson, Justin Goldsmith and Cody Greene.
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Madison Faulk is the daughter of Carman Mitchell, Johnny Mitchell, and Doug Faulk. She is a member of visa and enjoys cosmetology. Madison plans to attend Decatur Masters-Commission in September where she plans to receive a degree in ministry. |
Madison Faulk |
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Matt Faulkner is the son of Mike and June Faulkner. He is a member of the Beta Club, Math Club, FCA and attends First Priority weekly. He is also member of the Ardmore Tiger marching, concert, and jazz bands, and performs with the Sardis Springs Baptist Church youth praise band. Matt plans to attend The University of North Alabama and major in commercial music. |
Matt Faulkner |
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Jacob Gibbs is the son of Paul and Rhonda Gibbs. He enjoys music and working at Hometown Grocery. Jacob plans to pursue a technical degree in welding. |
Jacob Gibbs |
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Brittney Gibson is the daughter of Sonnia and Woody Gibson. She is a member of the Ardmore Tiger Varsity Soccer team where she plays the position of defender. Brittney plans to move to Memphis and attend North Mississippi State University to pursue a degree in forestry. |
Brittney Gibson |
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Justin Goldsmith is the son of Brian and Tracy Goldsmith. He is in the Gifted Program and is a member of the Tiger Band drumline during marching season. He also performs in the Ardmore concert and jazz bands. Justin plans to attend Full Sail Institute in Winter Park, Florida to pursue a degree in video game design and computer engineering. |
Justin Goldsmith |
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Cody Greene is the son of Randy and Peggy Billions. Cody is in the Chess Club and plans to work in the field of computer network security. |
Cody Greene |
The Beta Club will be holding a Blood Drive at Ardmore High School on February 23, so come and save a life by giving blood. Also on February 23 the annual Ardmore talent show will be held.
The editor would also like to congratulate the Ardmore Tiger Band for their superior ratings and recommendation for state at this year’s district assessment. Also congratulations are in order to all the Ardmore basketball teams for their successful seasons.