REVIEW: ‘Oppenheimer’ an ‘American Prometheus’
Oppenheimer exceeds expectations with 13 Oscars and a powerful message in movie theaters and homes around the world. By Lylah Jakubiak In a crowded movie theater, darkness stretches across the screen. Suddenly, the audience is encapsulated by a rolling, roaring cloud of glowing fire that snakes across the black. The theater falls silent as they […]
Kim Kardashian reminisces Marilyn Monroe
By Paige Blasi Kim Kardashian loses 16 pounds in three weeks to fit in Marilyn Monroe’s historical dress. Monroe was known as an actress and model. She wore the dress while performing “Happy Birthday” for President John F. Kennedy at a fundraiser. This performance remains one of the most famous performances of all time. The […]
Rozzie Line takes the stage with new album “Honestly”
By Ellie Carter Rozzie Line stands alone, swaying slightly beside amps and multicolored wiring. She strums a pastel green guitar and hums “Fade Into You” by Mazzy Star into the microphone. The singer/songwriter is serenading Cafe & Barr in Geneva, and she is unwavered. It’s not surprising that Line is calm and collected on stage- […]
FEATURE: Lin prepares for pre-med at Northwestern
By Cole Conklin As the year 2021-2022 comes to a close, hundreds of seniors are preparing themselves for the next stages in their life. Some are opting in for joining the military, many are hoping to continue to pursue their interests at state schools like UIUC, Illinois State, and Waubonsee, and still, others are going […]
FEATURE: Will Fetterolf be Batavia’s second wrestling state champion?
Kaden Fetterolf, a junior that wrestles in the 138-pound weight class from Batavia High School and has already made some of the most notable achievements in the school’s history, will be looking to secure his first state title and become the schools first ever IHSA state place winner. Fetterolf has been involved in the Batavia […]
FEATURE: The Great Renz
By Samuel Blazier With his comprehensive manner to drive home his point and the ability to brighten one’s day, AP Environmental teacher Daniel Renz is a qualified teacher at Batavia High School, according to both students and other teachers. Ever since Renz first started teaching at Batavia High School 16 years ago, he has, according […]
FEATURE: Schulhof secures pole vaulting to Arizona
By Reina Manabe A senior girl, Megan Schulhof, who has been working hard in track and pole vaulting, has made one of her dreams come true. The coach, Justin Allison, saw potential in her, resulting in her signing with the Arizona track team for the next four years in college. Schulhof started her sports life […]
Top 5 best cars for teens
These are the top 5 best and most affordable cars for teens. This list is compiled with cars that have the best gas mileage, are most efficient, and are the most reliable whenever you drive. 2016 Toyota CorollaThe 2016 Toyota Corolla is a four-door compact car that can seat up to five people and scored […]
Dawgs taking Ws
By Darian Susic Batavia Basketball has its best season in years going 20-11. At 20-11, this was Batavia Basketball’s best season since 2017-2018. After a hot start to the season, winning six straight, they finished fourth in the DuKane Conference and lost to a talented Glenbard North team in overtime to end their playoff hopes. […]
Skilled sleepers to target this fantasy football season
By Darian Susic These are three of the top fantasy football sleepers for the 2022-2023 season. In most fantasy football drafts you won’t get lucky and have Derrick Henry fall to the fourth round. But there are hidden gems that you can pick up in these later rounds. Last season, most people would have never […]
REVIEW: ‘Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’ entertaining but strayed from Marvel traditions
By Cole Conklin A fascinating mix between fantasy, science fiction, action, thrillers, and psychological horror, the much anticipated Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness certainly steps out of the traditional bounds of Marvel movies. For the average moviegoer, the movie is reminiscent of films such as The Matrix, Inception, and Interstellar, with a creative […]