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Vaulting to Victory
Vaulting to Victory
Sara Drowne, In LFHS Editor • December 5, 2024
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A Rivalry: LFHS Girls Varsity Basketball Set to Play Libertyville
Lilly Arenas, Staff Writer • December 2, 2024

 TheLFHS Girls Varsity Basketball team will play the Libertyville Wildcats Tuesday at home at 7 P.M.  The Scouts currently have a 2-3 record...

A Slow Start to the Blackhawks Season
Charlie Graham, Staff Writer • December 2, 2024

The Chicago Blackhawks have found themselves in a challenging position this season, sitting at 8-14. This places them dead-last in the Central...

Boys Basketball Tips-Off with Thanksgiving Tournament
Boys Basketball Tips-Off with Thanksgiving Tournament
Graydon Duncan, Staff Writer • December 2, 2024

After falling to DePaul College Prep 38-21 in last year's Sectional Championship, the Boys Varsity Basketball Team came into this Thanksgiving...

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B1G Dreams: Caitlin O’Shea Commits to Indiana Field Hockey
Lizzy Grace, Staff Writer • December 2, 2024

From a young age, junior Caitlin O’Shea has been nothing short of an exceptional athlete. Following in the footsteps of one of her cousins,...

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Daniel Panfil: Long-Time Counselor and Big 2 little Sponsor
Nate Uhart, Staff Writer • December 6, 2024
Mrs. Kopecky with her family. Courtesy of Mrs. Kopecky
A Look into The Life of Mrs. Kopecky
Evelyn Marshall, Staff Writer • December 5, 2024

Mrs. Kopecky is entering her 21st year of teaching. You might have been lucky enough to have her as your regular or AP Biology teacher. She shares...

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Wrapping Up The Semester with Mrs. Jensen
Bella Bosau, Staff Writer • December 3, 2024

As Mrs. Jensen wraps up her final semester of substituting PSG for Mr. Mocogni, students are sad to see her leave. She will be missed most because...

Campbell Gore and peer Sophia Shader
A Good Cause: Campbell Gore and Her Work for the Coat Drive
Stella Henretta, Opinion Editor • December 1, 2024

Walking into school last week, many LFHS students and faculty saw boxes of coats lined up in the Commons. These coats weren’t just any coats;...

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Community Members and Runners Mourn the Death of Laken Riley
Rayanne Attar, Staff Writer • November 26, 2024

Last Wednesday, Jose Ibarra (26) was found guilty of all charges of malice and felony murder of Laken Riley, a 22-year old Augusta University...

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A Guide to the Perfect Thanksgiving Outfits
Chloe Baughman, Staff Writer • November 25, 2024
A Gift For Everyone
A Gift For Everyone
Rayanne Attar, Staff Writer • November 18, 2024

As the holiday season approaches, the search for the right gift can be overwhelming. Whether you’re celebrating religious holidays or not,...

'Owala,' The Best Water Bottle on the Market
‘Owala,’ The Best Water Bottle on the Market
Anna Braun, Staff Writer • November 14, 2024

Hydroflask, Yeti, Swell, Slm, and Stanley are all reusable water bottle brands that I’ve tried, yet they don’t even come close in comparison...

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2024 Holiday Gift Guide – Girls Edition
Sophia Shader, Staff Writer • November 14, 2024

When the holidays roll around each season, everyone starts talking about their wishlists. Yet very frequently, when people are asked what they...

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Scouts Favorite Thanksgiving Food
Scouts Favorite Thanksgiving Food
Carm Ventura and Bridget Diem December 6, 2024
Table Talk Ep. 3: Best Friends Edition
Table Talk Ep. 3: Best Friends Edition
Anna Jasper and Lizzy Grace December 5, 2024

Welcome back to another episode of table talk where this time two best friends are tested to see how well they know eachother! Watch here

Students + Teachers Pre Game Rituals
Students + Teachers Pre Game Rituals
Brayden Thiergart and Will Frentzas December 4, 2024

Staff writers Will Frentzas and Brayden Theirgart ask students and teachers what their pregame rituals are! Click here to watch video

The Backstage Pass Ep. 4: Ally Lucania and Hannah Conley
The Backstage Pass Ep. 4: Ally Lucania and Hannah Conley
David Carrillo and Max Weninger November 30, 2024

Join hosts David Carrillo and Max Weninger as they take you inside the world of cheerleading as they sit down with Ally Lucania and Hannah Conley...

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Stylish Scouts: Maddy Stell
Natalee Hoel, Staff Writer • November 18, 2024
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Stylish Scouts: Alex Reidy
Carm Ventura, Staff Writer • November 14, 2024

Whether you spot Alex Reidy in the school halls or around town, you can trust that she will be rocking an eye-catching, fashionable piece. Here...

A Guide to Totes
A Guide to Totes
Bella Bosau, Staff Writer • October 29, 2024

In the last couple years it has become increasingly popular to ditch your  backpack for a tote, especially with the underclassmen. Totes are...

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Stylish Scouts: Sofia Zaramella
Bella Greazel, Staff Writer • October 28, 2024

In this week’s Stylish Scouts, senior Sofia Zaramella stands out with her unique mix of timeless, and modern, pieces. Always ahead of the trends,...

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