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The Voice

The student news site of Huntley High School in Huntley, Illinois

The Voice

Devin Martin, Author

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Andy Hall, 48, stands by the roadside on the hill leading up to the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, Calif., holding an American flag on Sunday, March 6, 2016. Hall said he had served in the Army under Reagan during the first Gulf War. (Francine Orr/Los Angeles Times/TNS)

Political Blog: Pictures from the Campaign Trail

By Devin Martin
May 14, 2016

he infamous state primaries are almost over and do you know what that means? One presidential candidate will be in the White House in less than a year,...

Political Blog: Top Three Political Cartoons from Matt Wuerker

Political Blog: Top Three Political Cartoons from Matt Wuerker

By Devin Martin
April 28, 2016

h my goodness. This is the time of the year when the election starts to heat up. Primaries are coming to an end, voters had their voices heard at the polls,...

One of the many dodge balls used for today's fundraiser for Justin Domingo (D.Martin).

HHS Hosts Dodge Cancer Fundraiser for Justin Domingo

By Devin Martin
April 25, 2016

he Dodgeball game is getting intense. Players are getting knocked out left and right. One person though, stands tall. He is the only player left. That...

Political Blog: Primary Election Update

Political Blog: Primary Election Update

By Devin Martin
April 4, 2016

h man, the 2016 Presidential Election is heating up. It’s getting pretty intense. Donald Trump is managing to win almost every primary state for the...

"10 Cloverfield Lane" breaks down the barrier for sci-fi (Courtesy of www.facebook.com/10CloverfieldLn/photos/).

’10 Cloverfield Lane’ breaks down the sci-fi barrier

By Devin Martin
March 13, 2016

o you want suspense, action, and humor all in one movie? Well let me just tell you that "10 Cloverfield Land" does just that and succeeds to break down...

Bernie Sanders addresses a crowd of supporters (Courtesy of www.facebook.com/berniesanders/photos).

Political Blog: Top Three Political Advertisements from 2016 (So Far)

By Devin Martin
March 1, 2016

h the 2016 Presidential Election, It's a crazy one that is for sure. Also, along with that craziness comes the political advertisements that come from...

HHS SCIO members pose for a picture (D. Martin).

HHS SCIO hosts Huntley Invitational

By Devin Martin
February 22, 2016

HS SCIO members competed in an Huntley Invitational against other schools on Saturday, Feb. 20. In HHS, SCIO members from many schools were able to compete...

'Magic: The Gathering' offers enjoyment at the Huntley Public Library

‘Magic: The Gathering’ offers enjoyment at the Huntley Public Library

By Devin Martin
January 28, 2016

he competition is getting intense. But, this is not your ordinary competition. It is between a father and a son playing the game they love the most: "Magic:...

With the Iowa Caucus coming soon, presidential candidates fight for every last vote (Courtesy of www.facebook.com/potus/timeline).

Political Blog: Iowa Caucus draws near

By Devin Martin
January 24, 2016

t's the time every four years when each and every presidential candidate's campaign is on the line. But for what? The answer is the infamous Iowa Caucus. But...

"Pop Vote" plans to attract many younger voters to the political process (Courtesy of http://pop.vote/).

“Pop Vote” plans to attract many youthful voters to the political process

By Devin Martin
December 4, 2015

he 2016 Presidential Election is almost upon us. In little than no time, we will  have our next world leader. It is crazy to think what that leader could...

The 'I Am Cardboard' lens allows wearers to be transported to a new location (Courtesy of D.Martin).

Cow Meeting: Google Expedition gives students a new alternative to traveling

By Devin Martin
December 4, 2015

n 'I Am Cardboard' lens attracts most of the eyes in the room, during the Dec. 3 Committee of the Whole meeting. But for what purpose? The 'I am Cardboard'...

COW Meeting: Alternative high school may be an option for selective students

COW Meeting: Alternative high school may be an option for selective students

By Devin Martin
November 9, 2015

n alternative high school was brought up to the board of education four to five years ago. However, with financial reasons, the BOE was never able to act...

President Barack Obama shakes hands with voters in a local area (Courtesy of www.facebook.com/barackobama/photos).

Political Blog: Will America continue to be a progressive nation?

By Devin Martin
November 5, 2015

t all started in 2008 when Barack Obama was elected the 44th President of the United States. There was change in the air as Obama became the first African-American...

Actors from Saturday Night Live mock Democratic Presidential hopefuls at CNN's Democratic Debate (Courtesy of www.facebook.com/snl/photos_stream).

Political Blog: SNL’s ‘Democratic Debate Cold Open’ Warms Hearts

By Devin Martin
October 20, 2015

he National Anthem was being heard by five Democratic Presidential hopefuls on stage. They all sang along as their right hands were above their hearts....

Donald Trump plans to 'Make America Great Again' in his 2016 Presidential campaign motto (Courtesy of www.facebook.com/DonaldTrump/photos).

Political Blog: Donald Trump may decrease in national polls

By Devin Martin
October 7, 2015

onald Trump. We cannot seem to get enough of him. The moment that we look away, new information about Trump is given that grabs more attention from...

District 158 board members eagerly await for the meeting to start (Courtesy of D. Martin).

COW Meeting: Professional Development Gives Back to Teachers

By Devin Martin
October 2, 2015

any of the board members  on the District 158 Board of Education were in awe of a new proposal to help teachers improve how they can help their job performance. Professional...

Hillary Clinton plans to fight for all in her Campaign as she now leads the General Election over Bernie Sanders (Courtesy of www.facebook.com/hillaryclinton/photos).

Political Blog: Hillary Clinton Leads General Election, But For How Much Longer?

By Devin Martin
September 30, 2015
As of today, Hillary Rodham Clinton is the Democratic Party's front-runner and General Election leader.
Engineering club is off to bigger and better things

Engineering club is off to bigger and better things

By Devin Martin
May 29, 2015
Some 15 students wander into room 1202 on a Thursday afternoon.
Let your emotions take over with "Inside Out", in theaters June 18 (Courtesy of www.facebook.com/PixarInsideOut?fref=ts).

Five Best Movie Trailers for June

By Devin Martin
May 22, 2015
Check out the newest movie trailers for upcoming movies in June!
Varsity boys LAX against rivals Jacobs High School

Varsity boys LAX against rivals Jacobs High School

By Devin Martin
April 13, 2015
Huntley High School was once again home to a famous rivalry that all students know. That rivalry continues to be between Huntley and Jacobs High School.
Lockers at Huntley High School (D. Martin).

5 Best Hangout Places at HHS

By Devin Martin
March 25, 2015
Many students walk through Door 14 every day. Whether it be parking in the student lots, or just being dropped off for school, Door 14 is a hangout spot that seems to slip a lot of people’s minds.
Defy Reality with "Insurgent" (Courtesy of www.facebook.com/TheDivergentSeries).

“Insurgent” shapes the next chapter for “The Divergent Series”

By Devin Martin
March 25, 2015
Many people were pouring in to Regal Cinemas to see the new “Insurgent” movie. The eager movie-goers were excited, especially myself when I slipped on the 3D glasses that would transport me to my favorite fictional adventure held in Chicago.
Speech Team has High Expectations at the IHSA State Championship

Speech Team has High Expectations at the IHSA State Championship

By Devin Martin
February 23, 2015
The Speech Team is a group of individuals who are always together no matter the circumstance, and with that bond, they hope to win the IHSA State Championship. Recently on Saturday, Feb. 14, the Speech Team won the IHSA Sectional at Freeport High School.
​With Easter fast approaching, start making awesome crafts with your family (Courtesy of mctcampus.com).

Five Best Events in McHenry County

By Devin Martin
February 22, 2015
This event has things for the whole family to do. There are even events for little kids including contests, prizes, and other events. Plus for the adults, there is live music, and dinner involved. This event is all organized by Chef Dan, who will make sure that your experience is unforgettable
​Channing Tatum and Mila Kunis pose in the earth and space location in the newest movie "Jupiter Ascending". In theaters Feb. 6 (Courtesy of facebook.com/JupiterAscending).

Five Best February Movie Trailers

By Devin Martin
January 30, 2015

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