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Shamrock Shakes: Are they worth the hype?
Kathryn Newton left sits left of Cole Sprouse as Lisa and “The Creature” in Lisa Frankenstein.
Lisa Frankenstein: Is It Peaceful Down There?
Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day
Lethal Company Steam banner
Lethal Company: Literal Deadlines In Space
The Silent Patient Book cover.
Book Review: ‘The Silent Patient’
As part of the Wiley Elementary School Bond Updates, the parking lot will be redesigned, and a new signalized intersection will be added at the entrance/exit to Swinehart Stadium.
Bond projects set to improve traffic flow
PHOTO GALLERY: 2024 Signing Day
PHOTO GALLERY: 2024 Signing Day
PHOTO GALLERY: Mr. Chieftain
During fourth hour, student council and competitors in the fundraising tournament set up the volleyball nets before the games begin fifth hour, March 22..
Utica spring break volleyball tournament fundraiser
Student Section at the first football game of the season.
Student section wins #1 in the state
For the first time ever, senior Matthew Hanoush attends a Lions game. “I went to the game against the Seattle Seahawks,” Hanoush said. “The crowd was so loud. We were all coming in this season with high expectations.” Even though the game ended in a 37-31 loss for the Lions, they walked away with their heads held high. Courtesy photo by Matthew Hanoush
Defend the Den
Whole new ball game
Whole new ball game
Detroit Lions season
Detroit Lions season
Utica's final basketball game
Utica’s final basketball game
Utica clamping Anchor Bay
Utica’s varsity basketball vs Anchor Bay
THE TIKTOK BAN BILL
Excel Expert Certification
Red Cross Blood Drive Donations
DECA rewards Photo Creds: Ms. Boice
DECA
Sophomore Adam Shimmell goes on his school laptop and begins to study for the SAT on the Bluebook website.
SAT Online
“I enjoy cooking alone because I can have more control. I am able to make and clean up the mess I made, and in the end, it’s all very soothing.” - Kara Boice, sophomore Courtesy photo by Kara Boice
Cooking Sensation
“Seeing it all come together is the best part. I love the process.” - junior Allison Tuttle Photo by: Natalie Garwood
Hooked on Crochet
For the first time ever, senior Matthew Hanoush attends a Lions game. “I went to the game against the Seattle Seahawks,” Hanoush said. “The crowd was so loud. We were all coming in this season with high expectations.” Even though the game ended in a 37-31 loss for the Lions, they walked away with their heads held high. Courtesy photo by Matthew Hanoush
Defend the Den
DECA rewards Photo Creds: Ms. Boice
DECA
Madalynn Scherer trying on her prom dress
Prom Anticipation
Students earn SAT incentive prizes
Students earn SAT incentive prizes
DECA rewards Photo Creds: Ms. Boice
DECA
Madalynn Scherer trying on her prom dress
Prom Anticipation
Malcolm Todd and his band preforming one of his hit songs during the concert.
Malcolm Todd live at El Club in Detroit
PHOTO GALLERY: 2024 Signing Day
PHOTO GALLERY: 2024 Signing Day
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“I enjoy cooking alone because I can have more control. I am able to make and clean up the mess I made, and in the end, it’s all very soothing.” - Kara Boice, sophomore Courtesy photo by Kara Boice
For the first time ever, senior Matthew Hanoush attends a Lions game. “I went to the game against the Seattle Seahawks,” Hanoush said. “The crowd was so loud. We were all coming in this season with high expectations.” Even though the game ended in a 37-31 loss for the Lions, they walked away with their heads held high. Courtesy photo by Matthew Hanoush
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For the first time ever, senior Matthew Hanoush attends a Lions game. “I went to the game against the Seattle Seahawks,” Hanoush said. “The crowd was so loud. We were all coming in this season with high expectations.” Even though the game ended in a 37-31 loss for the Lions, they walked away with their heads held high. Courtesy photo by Matthew Hanoush
Defend the Den
Anna Brown, Editor • May 29, 2024

This 2023 season has definitely had its ups and downs, but many Lions fans are...

Whole new ball game
Whole new ball game
Kara Boice, Reporter • May 29, 2024

You wake up in the morning getting up for school. Today is the day, tryouts...

Detroit Lions season
Detroit Lions season
May 15, 2024
Utica's final basketball game
Utica's final basketball game
May 15, 2024
Utica clamping Anchor Bay
Utica's varsity basketball vs Anchor Bay
May 15, 2024
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THE TIKTOK BAN BILL
Misty Thomson, Reporter • May 23, 2024

In March, U.S. representatives voted to remove TikTok from app stores if TikTok’s...

Excel Expert Certification
Alexa Dawod • May 23, 2024

Students who take CTE Microsoft Office were able to get the Excel Expert Certificate....

Red Cross Blood Drive Donations
Alexa Dawod, Reporter • May 23, 2024

There is a shortage of blood in the United States, and the amount of blood being...

DECA rewards Photo Creds: Ms. Boice
DECA
Natalie Campeau • May 14, 2024

Students in DECA were participating in competitions with other schools demonstrating...

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“I enjoy cooking alone because I can have more control. I am able to make and clean up the mess I made, and in the end, it’s all very soothing.” - Kara Boice, sophomore Courtesy photo by Kara Boice
Cooking Sensation
Anna Brown, Editor • May 29, 2024
“Seeing it all come together is the best part. I love the process.” - junior Allison Tuttle Photo by: Natalie Garwood
Hooked on Crochet
Anna Brown, Editor • May 29, 2024
For the first time ever, senior Matthew Hanoush attends a Lions game. “I went to the game against the Seattle Seahawks,” Hanoush said. “The crowd was so loud. We were all coming in this season with high expectations.” Even though the game ended in a 37-31 loss for the Lions, they walked away with their heads held high. Courtesy photo by Matthew Hanoush
Defend the Den
Anna Brown, Editor • May 29, 2024
DECA rewards Photo Creds: Ms. Boice
DECA
Natalie Campeau • May 14, 2024
Madalynn Scherer trying on her prom dress
Prom Anticipation
Akiyah Henderson, Reporter • May 8, 2024
Malcolm Todd and his band preforming one of his hit songs during the concert.
Malcolm Todd live at El Club in Detroit
Gracie Wetherington, Editor-in-Chief • May 6, 2024
Hadley Clark’s perfect bowling form.
MAC White Champs
TeYanna Eades, Editor • April 20, 2024
Teacher of the year Stacy Konnie works at her desk.
Meet Utica’s 2024 Teacher of the year
Loriana Mannino, Managing Editor • April 6, 2024
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Students earn SAT incentive prizes
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Students earn SAT incentive prizes
Paul Disho, Editor • May 15, 2024

Principal Tim Youngblood has added incentive prizes for the SAT. If students score a 1250, or improve...

DECA rewards Photo Creds: Ms. Boice
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DECA
Natalie Campeau • May 14, 2024

Students in DECA were participating in competitions with other schools demonstrating their college and...

Madalynn Scherer trying on her prom dress
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Prom Anticipation
Akiyah Henderson, Reporter • May 8, 2024

Prom can be one of the most memorable nights of a teen’s life. A night of laughter, dancing, and fun...

Malcolm Todd and his band preforming one of his hit songs during the concert.
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Malcolm Todd live at El Club in Detroit
Gracie Wetherington, Editor-in-Chief • May 6, 2024

Waiting in anticipation, the crowd was rustling around in the small room. Everyone trying to get as close...

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Snuggling an orange kitten, sophomore Madelyn McBride witnesses first-hand the animals that they are helping. “We learned about what the animals went through before they got to the shelter, and we also got to see the horses and kittens,” McBride said. “The kittens were my favorite, because they were so cute and soft.” This was McBride’s first visit to the Humane Society of Macomb. photo by natalie garwood
Cheiftan Charity
Kara Boice, Reporter • May 29, 2024
DECA rewards Photo Creds: Ms. Boice
DECA
Natalie Campeau • May 14, 2024
Skiing/Snowboarding Club
Skiing/Snowboarding Club
Alexa Dawod, Reporter • January 20, 2024
Students shop at Meijer for Toys for Tots.
Giving back through team building
Loriana Mannino, Managing Editor • December 12, 2023
Senior Kenadi Hazen performs a trio at the student showcase.
Theatre students in Lansing for Michigan Thespian Festival
Misty Thomson, Reporter • December 10, 2023
Members of the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America club, along with Buster Bronco, attended the fall conference at Western Michigan University.
New Club Shapes Future Leaders
Zoey Desmond, Reporter • November 30, 2023
Senior Beesan Nijmeh sits far left next to junior Carley Davis and sophomore Anna Stecker while looking at freshman Alexia Thomas to the right as she points to a camera in front of a cage.
Fright Night: The Scare of a Lifetime
Misty Thomson, Reporter • November 11, 2023