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The Student News Site of Richwoods High School
The Student News Site of Richwoods High School

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"The Pictures on the Wall" in the school's cafeteria.
Pictures on the Wall: A Reflection on the Alumni Spotlight Column
May 7, 2025
Representative Ryan Spain. The photograph is used with permission.
“We have come a long way to make downtown Peoria more vibrant. We still have a long way to go”: An Interview with State Representative Ryan Spain
April 7, 2025
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
February 13, 2025
Used with permission from Ms. Nancy Brinker.
“Keep pushing forward”: An Interview with Nancy G. Brinker, Founder of Susan G. Komen for the Cure
January 21, 2025
Mr. Hickman in his classroom.
“I’m a mosaic of all my teachers”: An Interview with Mr. Shad Hickman
January 21, 2025
Dr. Timir Baman
“There are many career opportunities in the healthcare industry”: An Interview with Dr. Timir Baman
November 11, 2024
The sign in front of the Garden of Hope
A Seed of Hope in the Garden
September 27, 2025
Clear backpacks that all students will use at Richwoods
Clear Backpack Policy is at Richwoods
October 5, 2025
Into the Information Age
Into the Information Age
September 30, 2025
International Tariffs and Their Domestic Effects
International Tariffs and Their Domestic Effects
September 29, 2025
Picture Source: https://peoriachronicle.com/40-years-of-northwoods-mall/
The History of Northwoods Mall
September 25, 2025
George Wesley Bellows (1882-1925) 'Return of the Useless' (1918) Oil on canvas
The HeART of Peoria
May 8, 2025
An Insight into Local Elections, Interview with Christine Bare Kemper
An Insight into Local Elections, Interview with Christine Bare Kemper
March 31, 2025
A Strong Start for the Cross-Country Team
A Strong Start for the Cross-Country Team
September 30, 2025
Back in the Game: Powderpuff Football Makes a Triumphant Comeback 
Back in the Game: Powderpuff Football Makes a Triumphant Comeback 
September 28, 2025
Unified Partners Bring Community Together Through Special Olympics Sports
Unified Partners Bring Community Together Through Special Olympics Sports
February 14, 2025
THE FUTURE IS BRIGHT FOR RICHWOODS BOYS' FOOTBALL
THE FUTURE IS BRIGHT FOR RICHWOODS BOYS’ FOOTBALL
January 8, 2025
Knights Finish XC Season/Cross Country History in Illinois
Knights Finish XC Season/Cross Country History in Illinois
November 17, 2024
RHS Girls Tennis- A Legacy of Success
RHS Girls Tennis- A Legacy of Success
October 29, 2024
4 Helldivers fighting off the enemies of democracy
For Super Earth! A Helldivers 2 Review
October 3, 2025
Fall Music Review - Tame Impala
Fall Music Review – Tame Impala
October 2, 2025
Jessie Davidson playing as Elphaba and Zoe Jensen playing as Glinda in the National Tour of WICKED
Wicked: Broadway in Peoria
September 28, 2025
The Engagement of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce
The Engagement of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce
September 27, 2025
Nirvana's In Utero Album Cover Art
The Effect Fame Had on 90s Bands
September 25, 2025
Summer Movie Recap & Reviews
Summer Movie Recap & Reviews
September 25, 2025
Pauli and Jung: 1/137, Where Mind Meets Matter
Pauli and Jung: 1/137, Where Mind Meets Matter
October 4, 2025
A Knight in Rio: Richwoods Celebrates Homecoming In Style
A Knight in Rio: Richwoods Celebrates Homecoming In Style
September 29, 2025
An Interview with Miss Zimmerman
An Interview with Miss Zimmerman
September 27, 2025
Photo of Max Miles making their first baked macaroni and cheese, 2019
Catching on to the Kitchen
September 27, 2025
The Richwoods Marching Knights is Marching to a Great Start for the 2025 Season!
The Richwoods Marching Knights is Marching to a Great Start for the 2025 Season!
September 27, 2025
KATSEYE members posing while supporting the "Better in Denim" line.
GAP? Gnarly.
September 24, 2025
A Reflection of my Journey in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program
A Reflection of my Journey in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program
September 30, 2025

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The sign in front of the Garden of Hope

A Seed of Hope in the Garden

Anda Wattanakit, Editor in Chief • September 27, 2025

     The wooden sign, made out of black planks of wood, leaned against the fence displaying the colorful words:  “Welcolme  Garden of Hope Distribution Wed. 9-3pm Opportunities Art...

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