JOKER: Worth The Watch?
By: Sarah Janito, Reporter
October 17, 2019
Todd Phillips’ Joker was recently released in theaters, and has caused quite a stir. From riots to fights, the DC villain has been the roots of mayhem lately. However, what caused the sudden violence in theaters across the country? For one, it is violent. Joaquin Phoenix’s take on the...
Knights Win at Geneva For First Time in 30 years
By: Mckenna Ryan and Olivia Ortegel
September 9, 2019
On Friday, Sept. 6, the Kaneland varsity football team defeated Geneva 42-14, winning at the home of the Vikings for the first time in 30 years. With Kaneland players knowing that they had not won at Geneva since 1989, they came into the game ready to change history. ...
Board Meeting: Aug 26, 2019
By: Gio Valle, Editor
August 30, 2019
On Monday, Aug. 26, 2019, the Kaneland Board of Education held their biweekly meeting at Kaneland Harter Middle School to discuss various issues that are relevant at the start of the school. Superintendent Dr. Todd Leden started by recognizing the Taste of Kaneland, which took place Sunday, Aug. 25...
The 7 wonders of France
By: Kt Mattern, Executive
April 18, 2019
Arromanches-les-bains While many tourists may not visit the beautiful country of France to see old war zones, the town of Arromanches-les-Bains is a true testament to natural beauty even if bombs once raided the same beaches that people now sunbathe on. Mostly known for bordering one of the beaches ...
Top 5 reasons to take a trip out of the country with KHS
By: Madeline Hockey, Executive
April 4, 2019
Become more independent Traveling with the school gives you the experience of a lifetime. From traveling from country to country to having hours of free time to explore, each of these opportunities helps you become more independent. While on the trip, you may take numerous flights, bus ri...
Marvel introduces its newest superhero: Captain Marvel
By: Bailey Prichard, Editor
April 2, 2019
To the excitement of fans the newest superhero, Captain Marvel, has arrived. Captain Marvel has a superstar cast with many widely known Hollywood stars, including Brie Larson, who plays Carol Danvers, the main protagonist; Samuel L. Jackson, who plays a young Nick Fury; and Jude Law, who plays Y...
The dangers of energy drinks
By: Ashley Manzo, Editor
February 5, 2019
With students having to balance school, a social life, sports, clubs or a job, the workload can be exhausting. On top of that, they may be getting just a few hours of sleep at night. These key factors influence students to turn to energy drinks. Although they might give you a quick caffeine boost, the long te...
Choosing to decorate early
By: Ashley Manzo, Editor
December 17, 2018
It seems that there’s two kinds of people in this world: Those who go into Christmas mode before Thanksgiving and those who wait until after. Personally, I start planning presents and listening to holiday music in early November. My festiveness may be a little extreme, but what’s the harm in getti...
Suncity: A diverse collection
By: Regan O'Brien, Reporter
November 28, 2018
Pop/R&B music artist Khalid has been rising up the song charts these past few years. With his first single, Location, Khalid was able to hit the Billboard’s top ten for Hot R&B songs. His first album, American Teen, was released later in March of 2017, boosting him to become one of the most p...
Battle of the fall treats
By: Madalyn Webb, Abby Lycan, and Regan O'Brien
November 2, 2018
Our taste buds drove us to downtown Geneva to try the fall delicacies in the midst of the beloved fall season. The large chain we chose is one that is well known and loved by all ages. It’s everywhere you go, even if you try to avoid it. Starbucks. The Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino is one of the...
Happy Howlaween
By: Abby Lycan and Ashlyn Klecka
November 1, 2018
Halloween is the one time a year where everyone can dress up as a different identity. It’s often overlooked as to what our animals are gonna be. We decided to scout out the best costumes in stores and costumes you could put together at home. We first went to Marshall’s which had a surprisingly...
The spirit of Inktober
By: Isabella Haulk, Reporter
October 31, 2018
October is a special time for all aspiring artists, especially with the challenge that artist Jake Parker has created. Inktober is a month-long challenge where artists make one ink drawing each day that can connect with a prompt list. This can help with the main things traditional artists strugg...
Top five Halloween movies to give you the chills
By: Sophia Mullins, Reporter
October 29, 2018
As Halloween approaches, there is nothing better to do than curl up under a warm blanket and watch a movie. Over the past month, I took it upon myself to watch basically every Halloween movie I could find and rate some of them in order of greatness. To make this somewhat easier I decided to include mo...
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