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The Voice

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

The Voice

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

The Voice

Carrie Willig

Carrie Willig, Social Media Manager

Carrie Willig is the social media manager for her second year in a row! It is her second year on The Voice staff. In her free time, Carrie loves to read, spend quality time with family, hang out with friends, and watch Disney movies. She’s so excited to make the 2023-24 school year another great year!

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After becoming friends, Glinda (played by Ariana Grande), holds Elphaba (played by Cynthia Erivo) after placing a pink flower in her hair.

A wickedly good movie

The movie musical “Wicked” was released on Nov. 22, starring Ariana Grande-Butera as Glinda and Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba.
By Carrie Willig, Social Media Manager
December 6, 2024

“Pink goes well with green.” I am not talking about a flower or a fruit, only of course the smash box office hit, “Wicked.” The movie, released...

Taylor Time: Episode 9

Join social media manager Carrie Willig as she talks all about Taylor Swift's hit song "Christmas Tree Farm"!
By Carrie Willig, Social Media Manager
December 5, 2024

Tyler Barrus’ Amazon page, where anyone can purchase his many short stories in paperback copies.

A writer’s journey

Ever since seventh grade, sophomore Tyler Barrus has been writing short stories and self-publishing his pieces online.
By Carrie Willig, Social Media Manager
October 25, 2024

Everyone has a hobby they get lost in doing.  Whether it’s being a movie fanatic or baking desserts during free time, we all have that one specialty...

Taylor Time: Episode 8

Join Social Media Manager Carrie Willig as she reviews Taylor Swift's "Guilty as Sin?" from her recent album, "THE TORTURED POETS DEPARTMENT."
By Carrie Willig, Social Media Manager
October 22, 2024

Senior Vinuthna Depala tosses the tennis ball high into the air, preparing to serve it.

Get the ball in, get the ball deep

On Thursday Sept. 19, the varsity girls tennis team took down Hampshire High School at a home match.
By Carrie Willig, Social Media Manager
September 22, 2024

As the blazing sun begins to set over a small, grassy hill, a neon green dot whizzes through the air. Back and forth it flies, forcibly causing the engaged...

Taylor time; Ep 7

Taylor time; Ep 7

Join Kathleen Nash and Carrie Willig as they talk about Swift's newest album, The Tortured Poets Department
By Kathleen Nash and Carrie Willig
May 2, 2024

Taylor Time; Ep 6

Taylor Time; Ep 6

Join Carrie Willig and Kathleen Nash as they analyze "White Horse"
By Carrie Willig and Kathleen Nash
March 22, 2024

Casey Popenfoose stands amongst his family and gives a passionate speech about his late father, Joel Popenfoose, a previous coach of HHS track and field.

Running for a legacy

On March 15, HHS boys track and field hosted the Coach Popenfoose ABC Invite to honor Joel Popenfoose and his legacy
By Carrie Willig
March 18, 2024

Swoosh. A flash of blue whizzes by, leaving the strands of your hair blowing away from your face. Was it a bird? A plane? Tap, tap, TAP, TAP, tap. No....

Taylor Time: Episode 5

Join Carrie Willig as she discusses "Picture To Burn."
By Carrie Willig
February 20, 2024

Members of varsity RDT mid-trick, wowing the crowd behind them with their dazzling moments and vibrant outfits.

Hip-hop to the top

On Jan. 20, Huntley attended the IHSA dance sectionals at Jacobs High School to determine which top six teams will make it to the IHSA State Championship.
By Carrie Willig
January 25, 2024

On Saturday, Jan. 20, Jacobs High School welcomed hundreds of dancers, family members, and friends alike to their main gym. The gold and brown school colors...

Taylor Time: Episode 4

Join photographer Kathleen Nash and social media editor Carrie Willig as they analyze "New Year's Day" by Taylor Swift.
By Kathleen Nash and Carrie Willig
December 14, 2023

Taylor Time Episode: 3

Join staffers Carrie Willig and Kathleen Nash as they analyze "Suburban Legends."
By Carrie Willig and Kathleen Nash
December 5, 2023

On stage stand the three florist shops - Countryside, Huntley Floral, and Renee’s of Ridgefield - and commentator Judie Altman, showcasing the latest arrangement.

Planting seeds of hope within Huntley

On Nov. 15, the Huntley Area Lions Club hosted its 10th annual Flower Show to celebrate the power of nature and the community that resides amongst it.
By Carrie Willig
November 17, 2023

On Wednesday, Nov. 15, the Huntley Area Lions Club hosted its 10th annual Flower Show in the HHS Performing Arts Center. The night was to celebrate the...

Taylor Time: Episode 2

Taylor Time: Episode 2

Join juniors Carrie Willig and Kathleen Nash as they break down and rate "Tolerate it" from Taylor Swift's album "Evermore."
By Carrie Willig and Kathleen Nash
October 23, 2023

 With the new gender-neutral rule, administrators won’t just be handing out one crown and one tiara anymore.
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Royally new rules to the crown and court

As administrators put in place the new gender-neutral Homecoming Court rule, many students and staffers debate whether the change was necessary or not.
By Carrie Willig
October 8, 2023

The rainbow-colored lights are strobing across the vast dance  floor, filled with sparkling dresses of all colors at Prom. The DJ is blasting the top...

Taylor Time

Taylor Time

Join Carrie and Kathleen into reviewing Taylor Swift songs!
By Kathleen Nash and Carrie Willig
September 28, 2023

Girls track runners from various schools meet with their coach one last time to hear a pep talk before they take to the track and compete.

Sprinting to a spot at state

On March 7, HHS hosted the Fox Valley Conference indoor track & field championships.
By Carrie Willig
March 9, 2023

On Tuesday afternoon, March 7, bright yellow buses lined up in a row outside door 10. As the doors folded open, a parade of girls flowed out, whooping...

Catch us in the kitchen

Catch us in the kitchen

Join Carrie and Kathleen as they make Valentine's Day cookies.
By Carrie Willig and Kathleen Nash
January 28, 2023

Catch Us in the Kitchen

Catch Us in the Kitchen

By Kathleen Nash and Carrie Willig
January 22, 2023