By SCOTT W. COLEMAN, Four Points News

The last time Vandegrift and Vista Ridge met on the football field, the game was one of the most thrilling of the season. Vista Ridge took an early lead — going up by four touchdowns — before Vandegrift turned the tide with a solid second-half defensive performance and pulled out a 63-55 victory in Week 7.

The two teams combined for 118 total points and 1,179 yards of offense. And nothing in the first three playoff games would indicate anything less than another offensive slugfest. Continue reading →

By LYNETTE HAALAND, Four Points News

The Four Points Middle School Majestics dance team was part of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade where long rehearsals and dedication paid off.

Thirty four Majestics made the trip to New York City over the Thanksgiving break.

“The first three days, we had six- to nine-hour rehearsals,” said Kelly Mabry, Majestics director. “Our girls were top notch all the way.”

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By SCOTT W. COLEMAN, Four Points News

“There’s nothing better than December football.”

Those were the first words Vandegrift offensive coordinator Blake Mouser had for the Vipers after a thrilling — and challenging — 49-39 victory over Edinburg Vela last Friday.

Vandegrift Vipers junior quarterback Alex Fernandes (3) prepares to take a snap during the Class 5A, Division I regional semifinal playoff game at Alamo Stadium in San Antonio on Friday, November 27, 2015. Photo by Scott W. Coleman

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By CASSIE MCKEE, Four Points News

Despite a slowdown in growth over the last several years, Leander ISD continues to be ranked the 12th fastest-growing large school district in Texas, thanks in large part to the district’s high quality of life.

Demographers determine a district’s quality of life by looking at criteria such as the number of economically-disadvantaged students, median income levels and home values, and the overall education level of residents. Dr. Stacey Tepera, a demographer with Population and Survey Analysts, presented the findings to the LISD Board of Trustees in October.

“People move here for the good schools and for the perceived quality of life,” Tepera said. Continue reading →