As the semester inches towards second semester finals, seniors are left speculating about the requirements for SPURS and whether or not they’re eligible. SPURS (Student Pride Rewards and Unites Seniors)...

Schools were closed across District 220 on Monday, Feb. 15, due to Presidents’ Day, a federal holiday honoring George Washington’s birthday since 1879. Because of a school institute day the previous...

This morning, snow fell over Cook, Lake and Kane County right before 7:00 A.M. The sudden snow made roads slippery and the visibility became very low, making the drive to school more difficult for many. As...

Infertility affects millions of women worldwide. But for most, it doesn’t become a concern until adulthood. Junior Abby Betz, however, first encountered that word at a young age. As a child, she saw...

Against: Alex Brudvik First, it was Dubai Chocolate. Then Labubus. This month… a Starbucks bear cup? Look, wanting to be a part of a trend is fine. It’s normal. But what’s...

Career Treks: Career Treks are a school-run program to help students explore various opportunities for post-high school routes, from college to the trades. Throughout the year, there are various field...

The Barrington Red Cross hosted their first meeting of the year on Wednesday, Sep. 17. As a high school chapter of the American Red Cross, the club aims to follow the same mission as the national non-profit...

“Less is More.” Over and over, I hear that phrase, yet I don’t think it could be further from the truth. We’re promised that if we get rid of things, if we “clean up” our lives, we’ll feel...

Each year, the Academy Awards showcase the best of cinema, recognizing the craft and effort that goes into each and every film. Many directors, actors, actresses and films were nominated for various awards...

A team of students are helping to combat the national blood shortage by hosting a blood drive on Saturday, Jan. 25 at Epic Urgent & Family Care in Streamwood. The student group putting on the blood...

At the end of each school year, many students take Advanced Placement (AP) exams, administered by the College Board. In the past, exams have only been on paper, but this year many of the courses offered...

On Tuesday, Feb. 27 there were reports of tornadoes across the Chicago area due to the severe thunderstorms. An unconfirmed number of 10 tornadoes were reported in both Illinois and northwestern Indiana....

Barrington Area Library’s (BAL’s) seed library kicked off for its 5th year this February. The seed library offers over 50 different types of seeds such as flowers, vegetables and herbs. Anyone can...

From directing to filming to everything in between, freshman Weston Mui has found a passion in creating his own films and short skits. At 8 years-old, Mui started making his own videos. Currently, he...

Barrington Giving Day takes place Dec. 9 at Station Middle School. Here, local families in need can collect items such as winter gear, clothes, food, toys, books and sports equipment. Some district...