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 […]
Caliendo wins IWOCA Fresh/Soph State Tournament
By Alex Richards Freshman wrestler, Michael Caliendo, won the Springfield IWCOA Fresh/Soph state tournament on March 10 and 11. Caliendo, who wrestled in the 126 weight class, relied on his previous wrestling experience to assist in his victory. According to his coach, Caliendo has a bright future ahead of him in the sport of wrestling. […]
OPINION: Fortnite’s popularity is warranted
By Anna Sandri and Savaughn Anderson Fortnite is a large, fast growing online game that came out in mid 2017. After its debut on July 25, Fortnite grew larger than anyone could’ve expected from such a new game. In the nine months since the game launched for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC, and mobile, it […]
Poll: How much would you spend on a prom dress?
By Emma Exon Prom is an exciting time for any high schooler. But even though it may be a night to remember, it’s also a night filled with expenses. With the average girl spending around $1100 on prom night, every little cost adds up. But how much is too much? What would you be willing […]
OPINION: Your views or your health?
By Rudy A. Mix So many people know the feeling all too well. Getting up, only to find that they are sick. Yet, something is different this time, something much more atrocious than a normal disease has overtaken them. Even with advances in medical science, people still protest one of the most effective ways to […]
Top ten songs downloaded in 2018
By Allison Pumo “Wait,” by Maroon 5 This song was released on Feb. 8 by Maroon 5, a band consisting of five band members who started making music in 2001. “Wait” is from the album Red Pill Blues. As of today, they currently have 12 albums. “Heaven,” by Kane Brown Ranking number nine on iTunes […]
The unfortunate truth behind traveling over spring break
By Karlee Rindt Spring Break: The time to leave this very cold and depressing state known as Illinois and travel to a warm, exotic, fun-filled place. It’s what you’ve been waiting for since January. You’ve daydreamed about it in class, planned out what each day will bring, imagined how tan you will become in a […]
Top five Netflix shows to watch
By Joanna Garcia On My Block: On My Block immediately started trending when this show was added to Netflix. What made it different was that people could relate to it because real-life problems with comedy was incorporated into the show. Four friends are about to start high school. On My Block is centered around the […]
Spring Madlib
Oh, (SEASON)! Oh, (SEASON)! (SEASON) has finally (VERB)! The long winter days are now coming to an (ADJECTIVE). Spring comes with the (Adjective) air and the (ADJECTIVE) of (Flower). Spring is the time where baby (ANIMAL) are (ADJECTIVE). You can hear the (VERB) of (BIRD) on the tree (NOUN/s). You can see the (NOUN) outside […]
NBA Playoff projections: Rockets now the team to beat
By Savaughn Anderson The playoffs are coming! The playoffs are coming! With only a few days remaining in the regular season, multiple NBA teams are looking for some inspiration to secure a spot in the playoffs. The playoffs are all about mayhem, with potential injuries, upsetting performances, and outstanding blowouts. Anything can happen. With […]
Student athlete, Tori Ortiz, shares about her track career
By Hailey Holt Batavia High School has some of the most dedicated, hard-working athletes out there. Among the top student athletes, Tori Ortiz, is one who has been able to accomplish a lot over the past four years here, with still one more season left to leave her mark. With Ortiz breaking the 200, 300, […]