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OPINION: JB Pritzker’s “Stay at Home” order isn’t as bad as you think


OPINION: JB Pritzker’s “Stay at Home” order isn’t as bad as you think

By Alli Perez The coronavirus spread rapidly and grew out of control before we knew it. The first COVID-19 case dates back to Nov. 17 in China, eventually spreading to the US where it has now surpassed a million cases. Due to the constant rise in cases,  Illinois Governor, JB. Pritzker issued a stay-at-home order […]

OPINION: BHS should require vaccinations


OPINION: BHS should require vaccinations

By Aubrey Rupp In Illinois, only 9 percent of schools have 100 percent of students who are vaccinated, and Batavia High School is not one of them. At BHS every student who goes here should have all of their vaccinations. I believe that at Batavia High School 100 percent of our students should be vaccinated. […]

How the anti-vaccination movement has caused the spread of measles


How the anti-vaccination movement has caused the spread of measles

By Aubrey Rupp The Anti-vaccination movement began in the mid-1800s when the smallpox vaccine was introduced. Some people chose not to vaccinate their children because of the potential risks that they felt vaccines could impose on them. Ever since then, the anti-vax movement has become more and more popular. The Washington Post says that 9 […]

What is Type One Diabetes?


What is Type One Diabetes?

By Gabriella Helfer Many people don’t know much about diabetes. People joke around and make fun of the disease. They think that only unhealthy people have it. But that’s untrue. There are two different types of diabetes: type one, and type two. Type two is common in older people or adults. In some cases you […]

Feelin’ fruity


Feelin’ fruity

By Ben Barranco Fruits are some of the healthiest and most delicious foods you can eat. They are sweet and act as a great dessert. Not only are they a great food, but they offer numerous health benefits that are great for the body spanning from the immune system to fiber to a healthy heart. […]

OPINION: Batavia’s busted bathrooms


OPINION: Batavia’s busted bathrooms

By Ben Barranco and Emma Kielion Bathrooms are a necessity everywhere you go. You would think in a school where children spend an average of seven hours a day, the bathrooms would be cleaner and more accessible. Surprisingly, they almost always fall flat and never reach their mark. First, the school bathrooms, specifically the cleanliness […]

REVIEW: Urban Outfitters new cosmetic brand ‘Ohii’ perfect for everyone


REVIEW: Urban Outfitters new cosmetic brand ‘Ohii’ perfect for everyone

Urban Outfitters just released a new cosmetic brand, Ohii, and it deserves all the rave. Ohii is perfect because its natural products give the “no makeup” effect, but when used to a preferred amount, it can create a full glam look. Ohii also has amazing skin-care products for those who don’t like wearing makeup at […]

Ten expensive items that are worth the money


Ten expensive items that are worth the money

Ten expensive items that are worth the money Not many items are worth spending a lot of money on, but these ten items are definitely worth the money and high price tags. 1. AirPods Not only are they very convenient because they are small and portable, you can take them everywhere. The wires do not […]

What happens to dead bodies?


What happens to dead bodies?

By Salome Fogleman Most people do not like talking about death, or their dead body, but everyone will eventually die, which makes it important to talk about what will happen to you. After your death, there are several options for you as to what you could do with your dead body. Many people in the […]

Ten reasons to join cross country


Ten reasons to join cross country

By Nwe Win Have you ever been lost and confused on what sports you should join at school? Well, I’ve got the perfect spot for you. You should join the Cross Country team because there are so many benefits and fun you can have. I decided to do this sport as an incoming freshman and […]