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The student news site of West Chicago Community High School

Wildcat Chronicle

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Lay’s classic branding, pictured here, will soon be replaced by the company’s updated logo and packaging design.
Domino’s and Lay’s join a wave of brand makeovers
Domino’s and Lay’s are the latest major brands to debut fresh looks, signaling a broader trend of companies rebranding to stay relevant and connect with modern consumers.
By Connor Holloway, Reporter • November 5, 2025
At the top of the staircase, the mural reads "Where history and progress meet."
West Chicago City Museum brought to life by mural
By Ja'Nyah Villa, Co-Editor-in-Chief • October 25, 2025
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Social studies teacher Joseph Zeman works closely with his students.
WEGO’s supportive community has a tenacious grip on teachers
From inauguration to retirement, some teachers bounce between public education in different communities, with different cultures, and classroom environment.
By Flor Leal, Reporter • October 21, 2025
Senior Ava Bloniarz ended the 24-25 school year with a fresh haircut: the bob; now, she walks through the halls with the same do as many celebrities.
Celebrities, influencers love the bob, but WEGO students not ready to embrace the trend
Despite the 'Varsity Bob' haircut’s surge in celebrity popularity, most WEGO students remain skeptical about whether the trend would actually suit them.
By Audrey Rostowsky, Reporter • October 13, 2025
Pep Club members gather in Memorial Stadium on October 3rd before the pep assembly begins.
[PHOTO ESSAY] “Get Peppy”: Seniors, spirit, and school pride
Pep Club organizes Homecoming week events. Posters: made. Assemblies: planned. Meetings: attended. Their spirit: Peppy.
By Rachel Knaack, Reporter • October 11, 2025
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wtw WEGO? Oct. 31, 2025
Senior Jayna Vock looks out onto the course after hitting an impressive swing
[HUMANS OF WEGO] A stroke of greatness
By Ana Hurtado, Sports Editor • November 5, 2025
West Chicago math department dress up as poly "gnomials", a playful spin on the math term.
WEGO’s annual Halloween costume contest brews laughter and friendly competition
By Rachel Knaack, Reporter • October 31, 2025
Governor J.B. Pritzker was one of the many who gave a speech at Grant Park. "Tyranny requires your fear, your silence and your compliance, democracy requires your courage," Pritzker said. "So Donald Trump stay the hell out of Chicago."
[PHOTO ESSAY] ‘No Kings’ protest marches its way into history
By Ruby Guerrero and Audrey Rostowsky October 20, 2025
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‘Cold Takes’ Ep. 1 | Leo Volk tries — and fails — to host an ice bath interview
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Sami Says is a column by opinion writer Samantha Moesch, who is intrigued by the world around her, and comments frequently on how screentime and interactions with others contribute to mental health.
[OPINION] What if the cure for student burnout was just…going outside?
By Sami Moesch, Columnist • October 26, 2025
Wednesday cereal offers the hit show "Wednesday" on the front of the box to attract young Netflix viewers. (Photo by Andrea Vazquez)
Wait ’til Thursday because Wednesday cereal is awful
By Jason Thunberg, Yurem Siu, Andrea Vazquez, and Nyara Tate November 6, 2025
Not all vending machines are created equal - with limited time to grab a snack, students at West Chicago Community High School have to be choosey.
Top 5 vending machines at West Chicago Community High School
By Aaron Hernandez Granados, Reporter • November 7, 2025
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