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The GHS speech team is successfully making their way through another great season. After their meet in Rock Falls, the team is shown smiling for a group picture while showing off their awards. “ I feel like it’s been a pretty good season so far,” said Emma Blaum ‘24. “The team overall has been doing a really good job and I have high hopes for the rest of the season.”

Success in Speech

Ava Hillard, Staff Writer
February 6, 2023
On January 16, 2023 the Varsity Boys Basketball team won the Pecatonica tournament against the Johnsburg Skyhawks. The boys have had an awesome season so far. “It was very exciting to win against so many good teams, but there is always more to work on,” said Heller. “We have a solid team this year that can get the job done.” Keep up the hard work!

Galena Pirates Secure the Trophy

Gwen Hesselbacher, Staff Writer
February 6, 2023
Taylor Burcham attacked the hoop during a home game against Warren on January 12, 2023. The Pirates won 57-26 during this game. “I can’t wait to see what the rest of the season holds for us,” said Taylor Burcham ‘24.

Pirates Gain Motivation

Julia Townsend, Staff Writer
January 31, 2023
On January 13th GHS students who made the honor roll got to participate in a heated match of Captains Coming,” I was very confident in my ability to win and really thought I had the game in the bag” said Gus Nack ‘26.

Honoring Students With a Twist

Julia Holland, Staff Writer
January 31, 2023
The cast of The Totally Rockin’ 80’s Prom met all together for their first read-through of the script. The cast includes 31 people, along with one student director. This interactive performance will be held on April 20, 21, and 22. “I hope everyone can make it to this play,” said senior, Caleb Soat, “It’s going to be a fun one!”

A Totally Tubular Trip to the 80’s

Ayden Wells, Editor in Chief
January 31, 2023
Varsity Volleyball Going Out with a Bang

Varsity Volleyball Going Out with a Bang

Kennedy Trautsch, Staff Writer
November 17, 2022
This picture was made by Sophia Loso and was one of the pieces of artwork that the judges got to see. She used one of her favorite styles of art for the picture, which is graphite portraits. It is very modern art with a little twist. “It is always a blast in the art room,” said Loso. “I really enjoy art and hope to use it in the future.”

First Outstanding Artist of the Month Named

Gwen Hesselbacher, Staff Writer
November 17, 2022
Linefelser and Heller pose with their individual first place medals and their first place team trophy. ”After all my hard work it feels so good to come out on top,” said Linenfelser.

Shooting for Greatness

Julia Holland, Staff Writer
November 16, 2022
Gracie Furlong as she plays in last years state tournament. “Being able to experience a state game is something that I will never forget,” said Gracie Furlong ‘25. “I am really hoping we can make another big run this year.” The Galena Pirates ended up taking state runner-up last season!

Basketball is Back in Action

Julia Townsend, Staff Writer
November 14, 2022
Setting up for success, NAHS officers get the Galena Center for the Arts ready for their gallery. This tiny themed gallery was a great success and many people attended the opening. “The art show went wonderfully!” said Reagan Simpson ‘23, vice president of NAHS, “We had so many family and community members come to support us and enjoy the art!”

Peek Into Nature

Jenna Smith, Editor in Chief
November 14, 2022
Parents, friends, and family gathered after the volleyball home game on September 8 to celebrate. Julia Townsend ‘23 hit 1000 assists prior to this game so her supporters held a post-game party to celebrate. “It was so fun to hit this milestone and celebrate with everyone, especially after winning our game right beforehand,” she said.

Setting up for Success

Ayden Wells, Editor in Chief
September 13, 2022
The football, cheerleading, and cross country seniors all come together to take a picture after they were announced. All the teams have been practicing hard to show off their talents and improvements for their last season as a Pirate!

Reminiscing Senior Night

Julia Townsend, Staff Writer
September 13, 2022
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