Singer, Philanthropist and Icon to Many: Dolly Parton Passes Away at Age 80
Dolly Parton, a singer and songwriter who became one of the most recognizable figures in American music, died Aug. 25, at age 80. Parton died after a brief battle with…
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2026 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists
Each year, 70,000 juniors in Illinois enter the National Merit Scholarship competition. Despite best efforts, only the top one-percent of the early applicants make it to the last round. They…
Class Retreats: A Purpose for Every Grade
The freshman retreat was designed to familiarize students with both the campus and each other. The first day was on campus grounds for small-group activities, including a tour of Lake…
Movie Theatres Are Making a Comeback
Movie theaters seem to be making a comeback, at least if you look at the money. By late August, North American box-office revenue in 2026 was up roughly 20% from…
2026’s Top Summer Albums: Ranked
6. “Oh yeah?” by Steve Lacy Though Steve Lacy’s album was released July 17, it was the July 31 release of “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” that brought it to the…
The Emmys: A Night to Remember
The 78th Emmy Awards commenced on Sept. 14, leaving fans feeling either emotional or confused. The night was full of upsets and unexpected moments as television’s biggest stars gathered to…
A Ferry Special Day: Celebrating the 157th Anniversary of Ferry Hall
Yellow and white balloons adorn the student center, a prefect takes the stage, choruses of an abandoned alma mater ripple out — these are the signs of Ferry Hall Day.…
Cross Country Competes Through Challenging Weather
On Saturday, the Boys Cross Country team, along with the girls’ team, braved the rainy conditions and made an appearance at the Harry Carlson Cross County Invitational at Adler Park…
For the First Time, Weapons Are Officially Launched into Space
The United States military publicly confirmed for the first time that it has active weapons deployed in Earth’s orbit on Sept. 14. Speaking at the annual Air, Space, Cyber conference,…
When Love Becomes Possession: A Review of “Obsession”
“Obsession” dominated cinemas this summer. The film disregards traditional horror techniques like pure violence but creates long-lasting impacts for audiences through its portrayal of a toxic, and later terrifying, relationship.…