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The McHenry Messenger
McHenry High School's student-written and -edited newspaper

The McHenry Messenger
McHenry High School's student-written and -edited newspaper

The McHenry Messenger
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Though the vast majority of Illinois leans red and votes Republican, the population of Chicago is usually enough to cause the entire state to go blue in elections. Some downstate counties want to secede from the state so that their voices are better represented.
Seven southern Illinois counties want to secede from the state
Michalina Sotka, Print Managing Editor • November 19, 2024

Seven Southern Illinois counties are considering secession and splitting from Cook County and its surrounding counties, including Iroquois County, Calhoun County, Clinton County, Green County, Jersey County, Madison County and Perry County. In light of the 2024 election, there are groups in Southern Illinois attempting to separate their respective...

Cases of Pertussis, better known as whooping cough, has been identified at MCHS. The extremely contagious respiratory tract infection can spread quickly through communities that are not vaccinated.
Whooping cough cases emerge at MCHS
November 12, 2024
Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump arrives to speak during an election night event at the Palm Beach Convention Center on Nov. 6, 2024, in West Palm Beach, Florida.
U.S., McHenry County goes for Trump in General Election
November 12, 2024
Actors pose as killer clowns during the Haunted Hayride through Peterson Park hosted by the Wonder Lake Ski Team.
The Haunted Hayride canceled this year
November 11, 2024
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On Wednesday, Oct. 9th, MCHS had their annual powder puff game. Parents, students, and staff filled the bleachers to watch the seniors take home the trophy.
Powderpuff showdown
Afton Ingraffia, Features Editor • October 18, 2024
On Oct. 7th, Erica (Watson) Borggren visited MCHS upper campus to talk to students and tour the building.
Gallery | Distinguished Graduate Erica Watson Borggren
Lily Adams, Editor-in-Chief • October 18, 2024
Students, and staff dressed up for Hoco week to show school spirit. Hallways were filled with school spirit and buzz.
Gallery | Homecoming spirit week
Berenice Santiago, Staff Writer • October 17, 2024
Opinions
A student rushes out to the Upper Campus parking lot after school to beat the traffic that, in some ways, is caused by seniors who are required to stay in the building until the end of the school day.
Opinion | Beat the rush — re-introduce Senior Incentive
Olivia Smith, Staff Writer • November 14, 2024
Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris departs the stage after conceding the election during a speech at Howard University on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024, in Washington, D.C.
Opinion | The U.S. failed Kamala Harris on Election Day
Grace Bellavia, Staff Writer • November 13, 2024
Scores of law enforcement personnel from various agencies gather at UC Irvine to displace hundreds of demonstrating students, faculty and supporters protesting the treatment of Palestinians and the UC system's investments in Isreali interests, On May 15, 2924.
Opinion | Tragedy, not trend
Gabe Santos, Opinions Editor • November 8, 2024
High schools have been quick to judge others for making mistakes even if they are easily fixable.
Opinion | Judge, jury, and drama
Gabe Santos, Opinions Editor • November 6, 2024
Features
The Warrior yearbook staff captured the Class of 2025 at their first spirit rally in 2021. There aren’t many ninth grade campuses in school districts across the country, so MCHS’s Class of 2025 had a unique high school experience compared to other high school students in the U.S.
A first and a last
Eli Frommes, Staff Writer • November 20, 2024
MCHS has teachers planning our emergency e-learning plans just incase the snowy Illinois weather calls for a snow day.
Logging back on
Lily Adams, Editor-in-Chief • November 19, 2024
On Nov. 11, MCHS opened its doors to U.S. veterans to celebrate their sacrifices with the students on Veteran's Day.
Honored today and always
Afton Ingraffia, Features Editor • November 18, 2024
Although not an official yet therapy dog yet, Cheryl and Gary Myers’ dog Bailey is already doing a good job at cheering kids up and comforting them around MCHS.
Bailey to the rescue
Grace Crockett, News Editor • November 18, 2024
Trending Stories
Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump arrives to speak during an election night event at the Palm Beach Convention Center on Nov. 6, 2024, in West Palm Beach, Florida.
U.S., McHenry County goes for Trump in General Election
Berenice Santiago, Social Media Designer • November 12, 2024
The National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA) approved a new rule in women's volleyball that legalizes double contact on the ball. This rule is a game changer for setters.
Double-touch rule change coming to volleyball
Rose Wenckebach, Staff Writer • March 12, 2024
Seniors football players, cheerleaders, dancers got to walk the field at MCHS last home game. Honoring the work that they have put in for their team and the memories they shared with their teammates.
Last steps on the field
Rose Wenckebach, Artistic Director • October 30, 2024
A flag hangs outside of the Upper Campus the day before the Election Day in the United States, a reminder of citizens' civic duty to cast their ballot for the President of the United States on Tuesday.
Opinion | An open letter to Donald Trump and voters of the 2024 election
Gabe Santos, Opinions Editor • November 4, 2024
Though many teachers think that headphone distract students, many students benefit from having music playing in their ears, especially students whose brains have a hard time focusing.
Opinion | Headphones are beyond helpful for students
Mackellagn Parker, Staff Writer • November 14, 2023
Puzzles
Puzzle | Crossword Nov. 19, 2024
Puzzle | Crossword Nov. 19, 2024
November 19, 2024
Puzzle | Jigsaw puzzle Nov. 14, 2024
Puzzle | Jigsaw puzzle Nov. 14, 2024
November 14, 2024
Puzzle | Wordle, Nov. 12, 2024
Puzzle | Wordle, Nov. 12, 2024
November 12, 2024
Arts & Entertainment
“Chimp Crazy” is a docuseries on Max following the story of Tonia Haddix, an exotic animal breeder, and her chimpanzee Tonka
Analysis | Chimp on the run
Beth Brackmann, A&E Editor • November 20, 2024
A recent TikTok trend has made Coscto internet-famous because of a schtick that gained popularity on "The Jimmy Fallon Show."
Bringing the boom to MCHS
November 18, 2024
Haliey Welch also known as the "Hawk tuah" girl countines her fame by creating the Talk Tuah podcast.
Review | Why ‘Talk Tuah’ struggles to engage listeners
November 13, 2024
Singer JoJo Siwa performs at Honda Center on August 13, 2019, in Anaheim, California.
You’ve got to be Jo-Joking!
November 13, 2024
Sports
Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis hoists the Vince Lombardi Trophy after the Ravens defeated the 49ers.
Opinion | Pro athletes deserve stronger consequences for their bad behavior
Hunter Blake, Sports Editor • November 15, 2024
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw holds the World Series trophy aloft after speaking at the ceremony at Dodger Stadium amid the celebration of the Dodgers' World Series title, in Los Angeles on Friday, Nov. 1, 2024.
MLB post-season
November 15, 2024
MCHS's girls lacrosse team took on Hoffman Estates High School at the McCracken Athletic Field.
Nothing but net
November 6, 2024
The varsity girls cross country team comes together to cheer each other on before a meet at McHenry Township Park on Aug. 31.
The heart of the team
November 5, 2024
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