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Pellot caps undefeated season with state title

Pellot caps undefeated season with state title

Pedro Hoefferle-Anaya, Staff Writer February 26, 2025

Last Saturday, history was written as Senior wrestler Adrian Pellot completed his undefeated season with a state championship. He remained No.1 ranked at 165 lbs. throughout his season marking his dominant...

Kendrick Lamar scores with Super Bowl show

Kendrick Lamar scores with Super Bowl show

London Morris, Staff Writer February 23, 2025

Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl halftime performance with SZA was a knockout. It's amazing to think back to his first Super Bowl appearance in 2014,when he joined Imagine Dragons for a quick guest spot. He...

Squid Games picks up with same success

Squid Games picks up with same success

Max Bushnell, Staff Writer February 15, 2025

Season 2 of “Squid Game” was watched over 126 million times in its first week coming out, climbing to the No. 2 most watched on Netflix in its first week out. With the first season being so successful...

Trump making moves from Day 1

Trump making moves from Day 1

Jaden Steward, Editor February 10, 2025

On January 20th, Donald J. Trump took office as the 47th President of the United States. It has been three weeks since his inauguration, and each day, something significant is happening. History and...

Lucrezia Ristorante in Crown Point

Find a special spot for Valentine’s Day weekend

Brice Lundin, Staff Writer February 9, 2025

Valentine's Day is a special day to spend with your loved one and there are many restaurants and fun activities that you can do. One of the best restaurants around here is Lucrezia Italian Ristorante...

Joy Cantu wins state title as team finishes a strong second

Joy Cantu wins state title as team finishes a strong second

Pedro Hoefferle-Anaya, Staff Writer January 24, 2025

Last Friday, senior Joy Cantu made history by winning a State championship in the first annual IHSAA competition for girls wrestling. In Merrillville’s first season they were runner ups marking a...

Jayden Valliant listens to a question with Quiz Bowl teammate Chloe Smith during a recent competition.

Senior wins prestigious scholarship

Paige LaBelle, Editor December 30, 2024

Senior Jayden Valliant has won the Questbridge National College Match scholarship and a full-ride scholarship to Boston College.  Valliant has been working toward this since the middle of his sophomore...

Moana 2: A Vibrant Return to the Ocean

Moana 2: A Vibrant Return to the Ocean

Jordyn Harris, Staff Writer December 17, 2024

Moana 2 brings fans back to the enchanting world of the Pacific Islands, where the spirit of adventure, self-discovery, and courage continues to shine brightly. Directed by the same creative team behind...

Smile 2 lives up to its predecessor

Smile 2 lives up to its predecessor

Billy Williams, Staff Writer November 11, 2024

Smile 2 is an American psychological supernatural horror film directed by Parker Fin. It’s the sequel to the movie “Smile” made in 2022, but the real question is, is it worth the watch?  The...

A pumpkin roll is the perfect dessert to capture fall flavors.

Fall flavors worth exploring this season

Sabrina Smith, Staff Writer October 30, 2024

The fall season is finally here and there are many new smells in our culinary kitchens. Our culinary teachers have shared great ideas of nice meals and treats for this season. “Anything with pumpkin...

Sophomore Cameron Jordan carries the ball against Valparaiso. He ran for 64 total yards in the game and one touchdown.

Duo leads Pirate ground game as they head into Sectionals with winning streak

Kylie Wells, Staff Writer October 29, 2024

Bouncing back from their early loss from Crown Point, Merrillville is on a six-game winning streak as they approach the start of sectionals Friday. The team has several hidden gems, one being the dynamic...

Yes-Interact club gives back to the community

Yes-Interact club gives back to the community

Ameya Calvillo, Staff Writer October 29, 2024

On Friday after school, nine MHS students and two guidance counselors spent three hours at the local food bank, packing boxes, tearing them down, and helping load groceries into cars.  The students...

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