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Celebrating Halloween In Utica

Misty Thomson, Feature/Entertainment Editor November 18, 2024

Halloween happens every year but twists and turns as each harvest season passes by. Trends, stances, and school rules change every year, especially regarding October 31st. Popular costumes shift from funny...

Smack!

Smack!

Rian Hall, Reporter November 18, 2024

During a scooter racing event at the annual Utica High Competition Day, two inflatable dinosaurs ram into one another and take each other down! For 2024, Utica High School’s annual Competition Day—a...

Students earn SAT incentive prizes

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 250points from the PSAT, they are eligible to win a prize. The prizes are drawn at random. “I...

DECA rewards
Photo Creds: Ms. Boice

DECA

Natalie Campeau May 14, 2024

Students in DECA were participating in competitions with other schools demonstrating their college and career knowledge. Luckily, students from Utica won very special awards for their skills and talent. "I...

Madalynn Scherer trying on her prom dress

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 with the people you love. Seniors tell us what their most excited for their prom. “I’ve been...

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

Waiting in anticipation, the crowd was rustling around in the small room. Everyone trying to get as close to the stage as possible. Then, all the sudden the crowd burst into screams and cheers. Malcolm...

PHOTO GALLERY: 2024 Signing Day

PHOTO GALLERY: 2024 Signing Day

Natalie Garwood, Photography Editor April 30, 2024

Wednesday April 24, 2024, 19 seniors gathered in the media center for signing day where they celebrated their commitment to continuing their athletics at the college level. Mason Brodi signed to Albion...

One of Mary Moriarty’s clients was photographed for social media after she received a fresh set of lashes.

Lashes By Mary

Grace Jenkins, Reporter April 23, 2024

As seniors begin to think about their next step after high school, it’s important to con sider what they enjoy the most. For some, having a hobby can extend beyond their own domestic enjoyment. Many...

Controller in hand, sophomore Collins Harris plays “Super Smash Bros. Ultimate”

Esports Rated ‘E’ for Everyone

Januel J Marquez, Reporter April 8, 2024

While the creation of an esports team has been a consideration for some time, Utica High was the first to form an official team, PRYME, throughout the Utica Community Schools district. “I had been...

Students unite together for leadership day

Students unite together for leadership day

Mylee Barrons, Reporter April 7, 2024

Students and teachers come together for their annual Leadership Day, a special event to help students grow and help them understand how to be a better leader in the future. With fun activities and different...

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

Out of 65 teachers, English and Spanish teacher Stacey Konnie has been awarded teacher of the year. “I am very honored to receive the award,” teacher Stacy Konnie said. “All of the teachers in this...

PHOTO GALLERY: Mr. Chieftain

Natalie Garwood, Photography Editor March 31, 2024

Wednesday March 6th Utica held its annual Mr. Chieftain event to raise money for the Macomb Charitable Foundation. Competitors showed of their skills in trivia, talents, and interviews in an effort to...

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