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Merren Hines is a sophomore at Clarke Central High School in Athens, Georgia, and the Business Manager for the ODYSSEY Media Group. Hines is hopeful of connecting with her team members and the environment around her. She is optimistic about meeting new people and leaders to gain skills, socially and academically. Hines’ hobbies are dancing and being with friends.

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    Bumper-to-bumper

    by Merren Hines March 22, 2025

    After a long and stressful day, all new drivers want to experience the frenzy of the CCHS student parking lot full of cars waiting to get out.

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    Hot Topic: Five of the Best Valentine’s Day Gifts

    by Merren Hines February 13, 2025

    Business Manager Merren Hines shares five gift ideas for Valentine’s Day on Feb. 14.

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    Infographic: Rosh Hashanah

    by Merren Hines October 1, 2024

    Business Manager Merren Hines shares facts about the Jewish New Year Rosh Hashanah which takes place Oct. 2-4.

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    Hot Topic: 5 things students need to know about voting

    by Merren Hines September 25, 2024

    An infographic shows five things students need to know about voting ahead of Election Day on Nov. 5, as advised by Charlotte Sosebee.

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    Hidden Heroes

    by Merren Hines May 21, 2024

    Clarke Central High School’s support staff help and display a good community as well as succeeding in their job position.

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    Hot Topic: Five tips for final exams

    by Merren Hines May 7, 2024

    An infographic displays 5 tips to know in preparation for AP exams, as advised by Caryn Nguyen.

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    Believing student voice

    by Merren Hines May 6, 2024

    The Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council invites CCSD students to give their voice to the CCSD administration to help influence district policy.

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    Getting ready for Regionals

    by Merren Hines March 18, 2024

    The CCHS track and field team will compete in the Georgia High School Association 5A Region 8 meet in Loganville, GA on April 20.

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    Fishing for success

    by Merren Hines November 14, 2023

    FFA Vice President Quinn Pendley, a sophomore, is participating in the Wildlife Management Career Development Event at Franklin County High School on Nov. 14.

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    National Agriscience Fair winners

    by Merren Hines November 1, 2023

    VThe CCHS FFA took home a win at the National Agriscience Fair on April 29 and is looking forward to the National FFA Convention and Expo in November.

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    Georgia National Fair Annual Livestock Legislative Showdown

    by Merren Hines October 14, 2023

    FFA president Kathleen Dykes, a senior, will be attending the Georgia National Fair Annual Livestock Legislative Showdown on Oct. 14 in Perry, Georgia.

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    Floral Design Career Development Event

    by Merren Hines September 26, 2023

    Students from CCHS and other Georgia high schools will compete to create floral arrangements in the Floral Design Career Development Event on Sept. 26.

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    Review: Heart Of Stone (2023)

    by Merren Hines August 18, 2023

    “Heart Of Stone,” released Aug. 11, provides viewers with an action-packed yet mediocre watch.

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