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Wes Weatherford successfully taking the win for Ottawa. “If you want to get better, there are no shortcuts. You must put in the extra time and effort,” Weatherford said.
Male Athlete of the Month: Wes Weatherford
Look at these fun colors. These are the most popular refreshers at Starbucks. Refreshers seemed to be the most popular item among the people I talked to.
Coffee Shop Studying
Look at these medalists freshman Daisy Rabadan, freshman Trinity Casas, sophomore Savannah Markey, senior Isabella Markey, sophomore Sophia Hart and sophomore Karsyn Moore. The girls had just beaten the school record and wanted to commemorate their winnings by taking a photo. Coach Daniel Hevaer said, “Savannah is the type of athlete any coach would want. She comes to practice with a smile on her face, demonstrates leadership even as an underclassman, and consistently works hard with a clear understanding of what needs to be done.”
Athlete of the Month: Savannah Markey
Juniors Shelby Domoleczny and Arden Chechowicz singing on stage during the first student talent section.
Fine Arts: Student Talent #1
Flying Through the End of The Year
Flying Through the End of The Year
Juniors Shelby Domoleczny and Arden Chechowicz singing on stage during the first student talent section.
Fine Arts: Student Talent #1
The Dueling Pianos men are pictured as they continue to battle through numerous popular songs.
Fine Arts: Dueling Pianos
Look at all the fun the crowd is having. Morse is rapping one of his songs. The crowd his swaying and clapping their hands in the background.
Kevi Morse
Faculty Women were dancing to “Double Dutch Bus.” The women seemed to have big smiles and looked to be enjoying themselves. This dance is popular on tik toc right now.
Fine Arts: Faculty Showcase
The Wayouts playing "Time of the Season" by The Zombies. A few moments after this the audience began cheering.
Fine Arts: The Wayouts
Wes Weatherford successfully taking the win for Ottawa. “If you want to get better, there are no shortcuts. You must put in the extra time and effort,” Weatherford said.
Male Athlete of the Month: Wes Weatherford
Look at these medalists freshman Daisy Rabadan, freshman Trinity Casas, sophomore Savannah Markey, senior Isabella Markey, sophomore Sophia Hart and sophomore Karsyn Moore. The girls had just beaten the school record and wanted to commemorate their winnings by taking a photo. Coach Daniel Hevaer said, “Savannah is the type of athlete any coach would want. She comes to practice with a smile on her face, demonstrates leadership even as an underclassman, and consistently works hard with a clear understanding of what needs to be done.”
Athlete of the Month: Savannah Markey
Look at the shine on those. Lui has her gold and bronze medal. Lui said she wants to raise awareness to mental health with her newfound attention but doesn’t want to be in the public eye.
Alysa Lui Olympic Gold Medalist, Who is She?
Sophomore Celeste Wallace is getting ready to start her 200-meter dash.
Spring Sports in Full Swing
Some Teams get Packed Stands, but why Don’t These?
Faculty Women were dancing to “Double Dutch Bus.” The women seemed to have big smiles and looked to be enjoying themselves. This dance is popular on tik toc right now.
Fine Arts: Faculty Showcase
The album cover for “icon.” The cover is meant to show self-reflection and maturity. “icon” is expected to explore Faiyaz’s journey in balancing authenticity with how the world perceives” said Kyle Denis, a writer for "Billboard".
Brent Faiyaz Album Review
The front cover of the HBO max tv show “The Pitt.”
“The Pitt” Show Review
Characters Noah and Allie are seen walking together in one of the many cover photos for "The Notebook."
“The Notebook” Movie Review
The cover of the second volume of Absolute Martian Manhunter by Deniz Camp, Illustrated by Javier Rodriguez.
A Closer Look at Martian Manhunter
The Dueling Pianos men are pictured as they continue to battle through numerous popular songs.
Fine Arts: Dueling Pianos
Look at all the fun the crowd is having. Morse is rapping one of his songs. The crowd his swaying and clapping their hands in the background.
Kevi Morse
The album cover for “icon.” The cover is meant to show self-reflection and maturity. “icon” is expected to explore Faiyaz’s journey in balancing authenticity with how the world perceives” said Kyle Denis, a writer for "Billboard".
Brent Faiyaz Album Review
Is that Mirrorball in the air? This is Styles newest album cover for his upcoming album “Kiss All the Time Disco Occasionally.” The album comes out on March 6, 2026. Styles inspiration came from the energy of an LCD Soundsystem. Styles said he wanted to make something that he felt was “made from the dance floor” in his words.
Music Review: “Aperture” a Harry Styles Single
This is the acoustic album cover for Zack Bryans album “With Heaven on Top” The original version has trees in the background. Both have unique styles.
Album Review: “With Heaven on Top”
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Leaving Pom Poms Behind

Bailey Etscheid
November 12, 2025

Leaving the pom poms on the field. The senior class of 2026 cheerleaders prepare for their last high school Friday night football game in the courtyard before they enter the field. This was at the football game on October 25 against Granite City. “Senior night was one of the best and worst nights of the season. Watching the seniors walk down the track was very emotional for everyone. This school won’t be the same without the Seniors,” junior Katelyn Friestead said. Friestead is friends with many cheerleaders and has mixed emotions about the evening like many other students and family watching. 

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Bailey Etscheid is a junior on the varsity volleyball team and a member of the Rotary Interact Club. Some of her hobbies include reading and being with friends. Bailey plans on either going to a two–year or four-year college.  
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