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

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

If someone has too much plastic surgery, they are fake and out of touch with reality, but if someone doesn’t have enough work done, they are unattractive and plain — at least when talking about celebrities. But this double-standard has gone too far.

Opinion | The unfiltered truth

Lena Curfman, Social Media Manager March 2, 2026

While watching celebrities walk the red carpet at the Grammy’s, everyone looks flawless. You would think that’s a good thing, that it means they feel confident and happy to be there, but think to yourself....

Students use their time during AIM for a variety of reasons, but how they spend their time should be up to them. If they don't use their time wisely, then they need to own the consequences.

Opinion | AIM for higher standards

Afton Ingraffia, Features Editor November 3, 2025

Having missed some school last week due to a college visit, junior Anthony Tapio was working extra hard in his AIM period to get some of his missing work done. He finishes up his physics homework and then...

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