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Violet Doyle '26 enjoys a Bubbl'r during class. Bubbl'r has become a popular drink among GHS students, but its high caffeine content has raised concerns among teachers.

Is Bubbl’r helping or hurting classrooms?

Caitlin Kennedy and Vanesa Vazquez
December 20, 2024
High energy plays! On December 14, Galena Boy’s Basketball suffered a loss against Rockford Lutheran in the Eastland Holiday tournament. The team had a dominant third quarter performance with their comeback. 

A Loss Against Rockford Lutheran 

Caitlin Kennedy, Staff Writer
December 20, 2024
On duty! Sergeant Keith Brandel, one of the officers helping out at the Halloween Parade. Brandel led the Explorers and taught them what to do at the parade. Brandel says, “My favorite part is when it was over!”

A Night to Remember

Caitlin Kennedy, Staff Writer
November 25, 2024
Stay calm! This Thanksgiving can bring many problems to the dinner table. GHS Teacher Katie McIntyre dressed up as a turkey and was with her driver's ed class, who said they were all thankful for her. Maddie Ehler ‘28 said, “This Thanksgiving, I’m thankful for McIntyre.”

The Ultimate Guide to Survive Thanksgiving Dinner

Vanesa Vazquez and Caitlin Kennedy
November 25, 2024
Cuba City co-workers! GHS Teachers Karisa Hendricks and Holly Niles smiling together for a photo on October 18 right before the football game. Hendricks and Niles have been friends since they first started working together. Hendricks said, “I feel like I can go to Niles for anything.”

Going Beyond The Gym

Caitlin Kennedy, Staff Writer
October 28, 2024
Boosting school spirit! Freshmen Mia Ortega and Senior Cata Mauro practice sideline cheers together before the first football game on August 30. The Cheer team practices everyday after school. Ortega said, “Cheer has been a huge part of freshman year already, I love it!”

More Than Just Pom-poms and Cheers 

Caitlin Kennedy, Staff Writer
October 9, 2024
Game time ready! Sophomore Ella Dodds is introduced by Ms. Anderson-Beadle before the powderpuff football game on September 19. Dodds has been part of each year she could, “I really love that I have this opportunity to play.”

Sophomores Take the Win!

Caitlin Kennedy, Staff Writer
September 30, 2024
GPD Explorers

GPD Explorers

Caitlin Kennedy, Staff Writer
September 13, 2024
Graduate to Cheer Coach

Graduate to Cheer Coach

Caitlin Kennedy, Staff Writer
September 4, 2024
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