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Eating Disorder Awareness
Luci Perez-Simons and Sarah Lincolnhol • March 1, 2023

Eating disorders are pretty common illnesses, and to spread awareness, National Eating Disorder Awareness Week falls on Feb. 20 to Feb. 26.   “It’s important to highlight eating disorders this week because it’s not discussed enough, and eating...

MSU Spartans remain strong
Sam Williams, Staff Writer • March 1, 2023

 The community of East Grand Rapids has strong connections to East Lansing. In 2022, over 30 East Grand Rapids graduates...

EGR’s School Foundation helps students in every way it can
Ben Ruppert, Staff Writer • March 1, 2023

High-quality education is at the forefront of what the staff and students strive to achieve here at East Grand Rapids High...

Deeply Rooted celebrates Black History Month
VV Lamange, Staff Writer • March 1, 2023

February is dedicated as Black History Month. Black History Month is a time to honor and reflect the impact African Americans...

Controversial attendance and late policy puts students on edge
Addysan Buck, Staff Writer • January 31, 2023

On the first day back from the two-week winter break, the entire student body was called into a meeting, class by class....

Henry Pestka Art and Poetry Competition aims to “Never Forget”
East Quiz Bowl is on their way to the National Competition
Future of abortion legality falls into the hands of Michigan voters
Girls Golf: small but mighty
Opinion
The Taylor Swift that we all love and know takes us on a journey in songs
Owen Schuster, Graphic Designer • March 1, 2023

The records Taylor Swift has broken in her career as a multi-talented singer/songwriter speak for themselves. Taylor believes every music artist has a...

The problem with cliques
Kellan Hudson, Staff Writer • March 1, 2023

People often romanticize the “good old days” when referring to their carefree, party days of high school.  However,...

Generation Z: the worst generation
Owen Schuster, Graphic Designer • February 1, 2023

Throughout history, each generation has had significant events that affect them individually through their formative years....

All this work for a perfect college application
Clare Backus, Editor In Chief • February 1, 2023

It's always a competition. Who is in the most clubs? Who plays the most sports? Whose grades are the best?  Not only...

Failure is the key to success
Kellan Hudson, Staff Writer • February 1, 2023

Michael Jordan didn't make Varsity Basketball his sophomore year. Steve Jobs was once fired from Apple. The Beatles were...

Entertainment
Grand Rapids Civic Theater thrives on talent
Linnea Dever, Entertainment Editor • March 1, 2023

The Grand Rapids Civic Theater and School of Theatre Arts is known to be one of the largest and best community theaters in the United States....

The East Vision’s take on ‘High School Musical’
Sam Williams and Delaney Myers • January 31, 2023

Everyone knows and loves High School Musical, one of the most popular movies of our childhood. Coming to East Grand Rapids for the first time...

A Harlequin takes the stage
Emma Chiarini, Staff Writer • December 9, 2022

After an incredible fall play, the drama club is ready to leave everyone speechless again with the winter student-directed Play: Harlequin Holds...

The return of spicy romance
Rory Edleman, Staff Writer • December 9, 2022

Between the spicy content and the use of social media, Colleen Hoover has brought back reading. Colleen Hoover is famous for her romance, and...

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Sports
Hockey prepares for Regional Finals
Sam Williams and Harry Reed • March 1, 2023

As the regular season comes to a close, the Boys' Hockey team is gearing up for playoffs. Hoping for good results, they are...

As the snow melts, ski season concludes
Clare Backus, Editor In Chief • March 1, 2023

After a thrilling race at regionals, the ski team placed second overall putting them in a confident...

Which IBL team will be walking away with the trophy and title this year?
Sam Williams and VV LaMange • March 1, 2023

As the IBL season continues, the teams are preparing for their final few games of the year....

Girls lacrosse is optimistic of repeating last seasons success
Sam Williams, Staff Writer • March 1, 2023

As the weather warms, and the sun returns, the EGR Girls Lacrosse team is gearing up for another...

Ski team adjusts to mild temperatures
Sam Williams and VV Lamange • February 1, 2023

Constantly battling with the mild, fluctuating Michigan weather, the EGR Ski Team has had a...

Athletics sport new uniforms after inking partnership with Nike
Ben Ruppert, Staff Writer • February 1, 2023

East Grand Rapids has always been one of the premier athletic programs in the state of Michigan....

Reeds’ Lake health is crucial to the community
Focus
Reeds’ Lake health is crucial to the community
Ryan McMahon, Staff Writer • March 1, 2023

Through countless holidays, social gatherings, and long summer days, Reeds Lake has remained a constant in East Grand Rapids...

Hudson's How To: Mange your time
Kellan Hudson, Staff Writer • March 1, 2023

   Unfortunately, one of the hardest parts of high school is the schoolwork itself....

A look into East Grand Rapid’s first and second generation immigrant community
Liam VanderLaan, Lead Editor • March 1, 2023

The East Grand Rapids Public Schools mission statement reads, “Educating and Inspiring Each...

Why have acceptance rates been decreasing?
Eli Huey, Staff Writer • March 1, 2023

Deferred at Michigan? You’re not alone Every year it seems like flagship universities...