Eighth-grade ‘Dores capture Tri-Lakes title
Adjustments made by a veteran coaching staff and some old-fashioned determination helped lead the Lafayette eighth-grade Commodores to a 30-12 win against Grenada at William L. Buford Stadium on Tuesday night. The victory garnered the Commodores (6-2 overall) their fifth straight win and the Tri-Lakes Conference title in the process. (more…) (October 24, 2012, Page 6)
Tight knit staff key to LHS success
A strong connection between the current members of the Lafayette High football team and former members has always been something that has made the Commodores a force to be reckoned with each fall. But the bond amongst the coaching staff and their immediate family is arguably just as strong, if not stronger, and the role that they play has also helped LHS achieve at a high level. (more…) (December 2, 2010, Page 4B)
Jimmy Arrington leaves gifts to so many
Editor Don Whitten recalls his first encounter with longtime Lafayette High football coach Jimmy Arrington and uses it to show how Arrington, who passed away Friday, affected all of those he met. (June 1, 2010, Page 4A)
