The much awaited new Studio Ghibli movie, “The Boy and the Heron” premiered in theaters on Dec. 8, meeting all the expectations of many Studio Ghibli fans. It was emotional, relatable, and beautiful...

This year’s Golden Globes was hosted by comedian and actor Joseph Glenn Herbert, known as Jo Koy. Koy’s presentation at the Golden Globes has gained mixed reviews from celebrities and civilians alike. According...

2023 is coming to a close and it has been an eventful year. “A Tale As Old As Time”, “The Spongebob Musical”, summer break, football season, a red carpet homecoming– as we approach first semester...

Information addict and creator of “Game Theory,” and other channels under the Theory brand MatPat released a heartfelt goodbye video stating he will be stepping down from his YouTube career after 13...

Tension and verbal feuds are not rare within the realm of entertainment. Many celebrities, actors, streamers, and content creators have found themselves in a moment of heated debate either verbally or...

During the holiday season, snuggling up with a blanket and a movie is perfect. Many watch Christmas movies with family and friends to spread the holiday cheer. Here are The Messenger’s top five movies...

“Percy Jackson and the Olympians” is a beloved book series that many people of all ages enjoy. It is now being turned into a TV show that is being released on Dec. 20. “Demigod Percy Jackson leads...

At the start of the year, HBO Max's release of post-apocalyptic drama series “The Last of Us” took the internet by storm, earning a rating of a whopping 96% on Rotten Tomatoes and setting records at...

The McHenry Messenger is getting ready for winter break. As we prep to celebrate the holidays, I asked The Messenger staff to provide a song that reminds them of something very familiar: themselves....

Many people believe that the book is always better than the movie. This may not be the case for “The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes.” The book and movie both manage to encapsulate...

As the lights dim, an excited hush falls across the theater. All eyes drift up from the buckets of popcorn to the big screen. The movie begins and anticipation fills the room; fans have waited years to...

As we enter into the holiday season, it is a time filled with friends, family, and food. One of the best parts of the holidays are the desserts. Here are some great cookies to make this Holiday season.  From...