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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
Carle Health - Methodist Hospital
No One Dies Alone Program at Carl Health
February 17, 2026
The Open Door at Sophia’s Kitchen
The Open Door at Sophia’s Kitchen
November 23, 2025
The sign in front of the Garden of Hope
A Seed of Hope in the Garden
September 27, 2025
2026 Regional Science Fair
Another Great Year for Richwoods Science Club!
May 15, 2026
Photo from Jonathon Romain Art
Jonathon Romain Comes to Richwoods
April 3, 2026
Lockers at Richwoods High School
Stricter Locker Rule at Richwoods
February 17, 2026
Northern Lights in Peoria
Northern Lights in Peoria
November 25, 2025
Trade, Tech, and Tensions: China's Recent Influence on the U.S. Economy
Trade, Tech, and Tensions: China’s Recent Influence on the U.S. Economy
November 23, 2025
The Pros and Cons of Continued Development in Artificial Intelligence
The Pros and Cons of Continued Development in Artificial Intelligence
November 22, 2025
Richwoods Girls Golf Breaks Records at Metamora Regional, Posting 8–0 Season
Richwoods Girls Golf Breaks Records at Metamora Regional, Posting 8–0 Season
November 26, 2025
The picture of Mr. Jeff Simon is from the Illinois Wrestling Coaches and Officials Association website.
Richwoods High School’s Wrestling “Golden” Year
November 20, 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
Movie Review: Michael (2026)
Movie Review: Michael (2026)
May 5, 2026
Cover of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin #1
Comic Book Review #3: “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: the Last Ronin”
April 6, 2026
Platoon (1986) Movie Poster
Platoon Movie Review
April 3, 2026
Charming town named Portree in Isle of the Skye, Scotland.
Five Enchanting Storybook Getaways
March 30, 2026
A Driller, Engineer, and Scout fighting of a swarm while attempting to safely extract.
Deep Rock Galactic Review
February 7, 2026
Cover Art of Ultimate Wolverine #1 (2025), by Alessandro Cappuccio & Frank Martin
Comic Book Reviews: Ultimate Wolverine #1 (2025)
February 7, 2026
Isaac Clarke traveling through the industrial catacombs of the USG Ishimura
Dead Space Review
May 5, 2026
Richwoods Students on Protesting ICE on Northmoor Road
Richwoods High School Ice Walkout
April 11, 2026
Picture Source: https://www.theguardian.com/music/2025/may/04/like-a-religious-thing-free-lady-gaga-concert-draws-2-million-people-to-rio-de-janeiro-brazil
Top Facts & Events of 2025
February 17, 2026
The Penguin Project
Aladdin Jr. Penguin Project Review
February 10, 2026
English teacher Mr. Gunst
An Interview with Mr. Gunst
December 5, 2025
An Interview with Mr. Starkey
An Interview with Mr. Starkey
December 5, 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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