The Voice

Huntley routes Jefferson for Regional title

By Adam Reckamp
March 8, 2014

During the post game handshakes after Rockford Jefferson's win over Rockford East in the regional semifinals, a fight broke out. Players and fans came to blows as the tension between the two teams boiled over. The IHSA handed down swift punishment on the Rockford Jefferson players involved in the fight, suspending three starters, two bench players and Jefferson's head coach for the game against Huntley. A depleted Rockford Jefferson squad was outclassed by Huntley in every way falling 77-29 in a game that was never even close.

Apples to Humanity

By Jaclyn Polit
February 28, 2014

What is fascinating? Peanuts, music, beach balls, or mushrooms? According to my friend, mushrooms are. How was such a conclusion made? With the help of the classic card game, Apples to Apples, of course. How it is played is a green card with an adjective is placed face up in the middle of the table.

The Voice: Volume 17, Issue 5

February 28, 2014

Check out the complete second February issue of The Voice.

Wrestling Recognition

By Rachel Brands
February 28, 2014

I am not a sports fan. I never have been and more than likely never will be. I am so far gone that I do not have the faintest idea why anyone likes sports. Baseball...

Hallowed be thy hypocrite

By Kyle Sommerfield
February 28, 2014

After Justin Bieber was arrested in Miami Beach on Jan. 23, fans of the troublesome pop star were quick to defend him. The “Beliebers” want to believe...

Olympics for the win

By Adam Reckamp
February 27, 2014

During the summer of 2012 in London, England, more than 10,000 of the worlds best athletes from 204 different nations gathered together to compete at the worlds stage, the Olympics.

Coca-Cola on diversity

By Rachel Brands
February 27, 2014

Coca-Cola recently released a commercial entitled "It's Beautiful" that has caused an uproar among Americans on Twitter. The commercial included images of everyday American families while "America the Beautiful" was sung in the background in order to advertise Coke products.

Embracing the geek

By Angelica Cataldo
February 27, 2014

There has not been a more over-used plot line than that of the “nerdy” underdog that saves the day and gets the girl or guy. The “underdog” story’s popularity has opened the doors, and has improved social norms that bring the terms “nerdy” and “geeky” to an entirely new level.

Huntley Orchesis performs annual showcase with a twist

By Angelica Cataldo
February 18, 2014

The Huntley High School Orchesis’s sixth annual dance show had its opening night On Feb. 13, showcasing pieces choreographed by students and teachers...

Figuring out finance

By Holly Baldacci
February 17, 2014

When it comes to finance, most students are left in the lurch and unsure about what to do with the cash they amass from after-school jobs. Paychecks are converted into movie dates and fast food, and a few dollars might end up in a savings account. Junior Kaitlyn Paez, however, wanted to make the most of her money.

“The Monuments Men” misses the mark

By Holly Baldacci
February 8, 2014

Though brilliantly executed, "The Monuments Men" is aimed at a specific demographic- art lovers and historians- and may not be for everyone.

Reality TV is not just for laughs

By Jaclyn Polit
February 7, 2014

Reality television is trash. It is seen as America’s societal problems and “dumbed down” culture. These shows are bad for you and offer nothing but...