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Different Holidays Celebrated in Batavia


Different Holidays Celebrated in Batavia

By Marissa Mirallegro and Ella Helfer From driving around and seeing the bright Christmas lights on houses to lighting a candle every Sunday until Christmas, no matter what the ritual, everyone knows the holidays are just around the corner. Although Christmas is the one holiday everyone has probably heard, there are a number different ways […]

Batavia Access Toy Drive collects for financially needy children


Batavia Access Toy Drive collects for financially needy children

By Ellie Alholm The Batavia Access Toy Drive is collecting toys for Batavia children in financial need so that they are able to receive gifts this holiday season. The drive ends on Dec. 6 at the high school but the toys will go out for distribution on Dec. 9. The goal is 600 toys, one […]

Newest Grinch adaptation one to check out in theaters


Newest Grinch adaptation one to check out in theaters

By Christian Stevens “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch.” This famous quote is known around the world during Christmas time and when it is said, everyone knows the story behind it. With not many new Christmas movies coming out this year in theaters, The Grinch is a fun-filled, great movie for all ages. The Grinch […]

Fun local winter activities to do this winter


Fun local winter activities to do this winter

By Renee Forsyth Winter is a favorite season for many, and fun holiday activities come along with it. There are many fun activities in the Chicagoland area that can be enjoyed by all age groups. Below are some of the top winter activities nearby. Illumination: Morton Arboretum This outstanding experience has lights farther than the […]

Top ten Christmas songs of 2016


Top ten Christmas songs of 2016

By Abby Hill Jordan Smith: “It Came Upon a Midnight Clear” Jordan Smith is an American singer who won season nine of The Voice. His voice sits in a higher range and is known for his performance of Sia’s Chandelier during his audition on The Voice. This song is very rarely covered, so hearing it […]

Can you finish these Christmas song lyrics?


Can you finish these Christmas song lyrics?

By Kyra Swims   CAN YOU FINISH THESE  ICONIC CHRISTMAS SONGS? “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas”      “From now on our troubles will be miles ____.” “Deck The Halls”         “Deck the halls with boughs of _____ fa la la la la la la la la!” “Holly Jolly Christmas”         “Have a holly, jolly Christmas; it’s the […]

OPINION: Thanksgiving is better than Christmas


OPINION: Thanksgiving is better than Christmas

By Claire Gearhart Everyone loves the welcoming feelings that celebrations bring to the household. Spending time together, going on vacations, time off from work or school are all things enjoy about holidays. Any festivity no doubt brings favorable feelings to everyone. Almost anyone favors a specific holiday, and there are many factors that play on […]

10 things to do this winter


10 things to do this winter

By Abby Kent Winter’s right around the corner, and you know what that means: winter break is coming up, along with random days off of school for excessive cold and snow. It’s inevitable that boredom will probably come along with those days off. Don’t worry because here’s a list of ten things to do this […]