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Hot Chocolate Showdown: Milk or Water?

Hot Chocolate Showdown: Milk or Water?

Alijah Downey, Reporter December 18, 2024

Hot chocolate is a winter favorite at Utica high school, but how it’s made can spark surprising debate. Some swear by the richness of the milk, while others prefer the simplicity of water. With the colder...

Can Moana 2 Out Do the Original

Can Moana 2 Out Do the Original

Baylie Cloud, Reporter December 13, 2024

On November 27th 2024, Moana 2 came out 8 years after the original which many people felt weird about and started comparing everyone’s opinion to. The comparison between Moana 1 and Moana 2 is based...

Juice Wrld in front of his album cover for The Party Never Ends.

The Long-Awaited Posthumous Album

Austin Banushi, Reporter December 13, 2024

Jared Anthony Higgins, famously known as Juice Wrld, gained a lot of recognition when he dropped his first major hit the song was called “Lucid Dreams.”  “Lucid Dreams” went viral with over one...

Senior Charlie Dobson trying to find the perfect tree at a tree farm. 

Real Trees vs Fake Trees 

Nolan Darga, Reporter December 12, 2024

As families weigh their options about the type of tree they’ll end up buying, understanding the pros and cons of each tree can help make the decision a little easier and have a more meaningful and lasting...

Digital art of Glinda and Elphaba

A Wickedly Good Review

Misty Thomson, Page Editor December 12, 2024

An emerald-green planet grows on screen as the word “Universal” shines in gold. “No One Mourns the Wicked” blares through the movie theatre speakers as Glinda the Good Witch declares to her loyal...

The Live Stream that Took Over the Internet

The Live Stream that Took Over the Internet

Rian Hall, Reporter December 11, 2024

Twitch streamer Kai Cenat became the highest-subscribed creator on the platform after completing a nonstop 30-day live stream through the entirety of November.  Cenat, who is 22, rose to fame over...

Kendrick Lamar's new album photo and title

The Most Surprising Release of 2024

Alex Shaba, Reporter December 11, 2024

Multi-Grammy winning artist Kendrick Lamar, more formally known as Kendrick Duckworth has released his new album GNX. This album came as a complete surprise when it was released on Friday, November 22nd...

Spotify Wrapped teasers show bold characteristics, resembling the bright year 2024 was for music.

Unwrapping Spotify Wrapped 2024

Paige Brinkey, Social Media Editor December 4, 2024
The Weekend skyrockets in streams, Drake climbs back onto the yearly wrap up after falling off, and somehow there's always more Taylor Swift. Spotify Wrapped 2024 fills us in on the crazy year this has been for music.
The Cloud family's thanksgiving dinner.

Thanksgiving Traditions

Baylie Cloud, Reporter December 4, 2024

Thanksgiving is one of those holidays where people do things differently, and that’s part of what makes it so fun. It is a time for food, family, and giving thanks but how people make those changes depends...

The ensemble, dressed as protestors, sing “We’re Not Gonna Take It” as they defend the Sunset Strip with junior Nikolina Anceski in the lead.

Rock Of Ages: A Tribute To 80s Hair Rock

Misty Thomson and Tyler May December 3, 2024

Imagine driving in a car, someone turns on the radio. It's the classic rock station and Van Halen is shaking the car. Energy is up and somebody's dad is probably shouting the lyrics. Now take all of that...

Utica High Raises Awareness For Childhood Cancer

Utica High Raises Awareness For Childhood Cancer

Michael Rice, Tyler Trotto, and Austin Watford December 3, 2024

At Utica High School, during the week of September 23 - September 27 Utica wanted to honor junior Tyler Trotto for his courageous battle he had victoriously won against Leukemia this past summer, and...

Juniors Isabella Blanchett, Kylie Newcomb, and Brooke Stalker pose after their glorious win underneath the Swinehart lights.

Powderpuff

Alessandra Ivanaj, Reporter November 20, 2024

The annual Powderpuff game, featuring energetic players, a boy's cheerleading squad, and a screaming crowd took place on Monday, October 28th at the Swinehart field.   Organized by teacher Kirsten...

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