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Jackson Copeland, Aiden Post, Jackson Andrews, and Connor Eldridge

Aiden Post – A Pair of Miracles

Jackson Andrews, writer February 20, 2025

Here at Richwoods we will stop at nothing to not only achieve success but strive to go far beyond it in the process. From sports to bands and even puzzles, we try to be the best at everything we apply...

The Sequel: Is a Part Two Necessary or Not?- Ayannah Garcia

The Sequel: Is a Part Two Necessary or Not?- Ayannah Garcia

Ayannah Garcia, writer February 18, 2025

Sequels have always been a part of the entertainment movie scene, especially with book sequel movie adaptations like the Hunger Games books/series. Every good movie needs a sequel, right? Take The Lord...

Is Disney Losing Its Magic?

Is Disney Losing Its Magic?

Ishl Wasfy, writer February 18, 2025

For a long time, Disney has been the best entertainment channel for young children because of its new characters, stories, and innovative vibe. However, in recent years it seems Disney just can't get their...

Unified Partners Bring Community Together Through Special Olympics Sports

Unified Partners Bring Community Together Through Special Olympics Sports

Andi Potts, Editor-in-chief February 14, 2025

In the Peoria community, Special Olympics sports like bowling and basketball have become a powerful force for connection and inclusion, bridging gaps between athletes with disabilities and their peers....

Book Review: Concrete Rose by Angie Thomas

Book Review: Concrete Rose by Angie Thomas

Alanna Ross, Writer February 14, 2025

Concrete Rose is just one of the remarkable books that were written by the author Angie Thomas. Some may recognize her other titles: On the Come Up, Blackout (A book I reviewed previously), and The Hate...

Mr. Rick Telander with his three books, Sweet Dreams, Heaven is a Playground, and Like A Rose.

“The Road Not Taken”: An Interview with Rick Telander, Sports Columnist for the Chicago-Sun Times

Anda Wattanakit, Editor-in-chief February 13, 2025

I shall be telling this with a sigh Somewhere ages and ages hence: Two roads diverged in a wood, and I-- I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference. - Robert Frost It...

100 Years of Innovation: Celebrating Caterpillar With a New Exhibit

100 Years of Innovation: Celebrating Caterpillar With a New Exhibit

Madison Adler, Senior Editor-in-Chief February 11, 2025

The Caterpillar company has reached 100 years of providing the world with sustainable infrastructure that includes shelter, safe and drinkable water, transportation, and dependable energy. Due to the company’s...

2025 New Years Resolutions

2025 New Years Resolutions

Joey Stein January 30, 2025

We’ve all heard the saying, “New Year, New Me,” but let’s be honest, by February it’ll probably just be, “New Year, Same Me.” For most people making a New Years Resolution helps to express...

2025 Fashion Predictions - What Should You Expect in Fashion Trends this Year?

2025 Fashion Predictions – What Should You Expect in Fashion Trends this Year?

Mia Couri January 30, 2025

Trends come and go each year, but which ones are bound to take over in 2025? According to Heuritech.com, some predicted trends are aquatic themes, the color yellow, and strapless dresses. Read through...

Robert E. Lee in 1864

How History Could Have Been Changed Forever:A Glimpse into the Civil War

Gabe Gross, writer January 27, 2025

  The Civil War was a struggle between the Union and the Confederacy that changed the course of history. The war's official start was 1861, but the conflict really started in 1820 with the Missouri...

Scythe -Neal Shusterman (Book Review)

Scythe -Neal Shusterman (Book Review)

Katelynn Wisner, writer January 23, 2025

Imagine a perfect world. A world without flaws. A world without disease or accidental death. At least it seems to be perfect…. But is it? Now imagine you are in this perfect world where death and life...

2024 Was the Year for Music

2024 Was the Year for Music

Ishl Wasfy, writer January 23, 2025

With all the new artists that arose in 2024 and the number of new albums and singles that got released this year, it is safe to say 2024 was an important year for music—from artists like Chappell Roan,...

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