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The beat of Lemont High School

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The beat of Lemont High School

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Reagan Russell

Reagan Russell, Coeditor-in-Chief

Reagan Russell is a senior and second-year staff member. In her free time, she enjoys caddying, playing golf, and hanging out with her friends. When not in school chances are you’ll find her at Hinsdale or Cog Hill golf club. During her second year, she is excited to continue review writing and take on new responsibilities as Coeditor-in-Chief. With a passion for journalism, she can’t wait for what this year will bring. 

All content by Reagan Russell
Morgan Wallen releases his third album “One Thing at a Time” following his previous albums “Dangerous” and “If I Know Me.”

Morgan Wallen does it again with ‘One Thing at a Time’

Reagan Russell, Coeditor-in-Chief
March 14, 2023
A view of the town of Jackson Hole, as seen from the top of the Casper Quad Chair at Jackson Hole Ski Resort.

A detailed guide to visiting Jackson Hole, Wyoming

Reagan Russell, Coeditor-in-Chief
February 15, 2023
Tom Hanks stars as Otto Anderson, alongside Mariana Treviño and Truman Hanks in the English adaptation of “A Man Called Ove.”

The tear-jerking comedy ‘A Man Called Otto’ is a must-watch

Reagan Russell, Coeditor-in-Chief
January 24, 2023

2022 Midterms: Red Wave that Wasn’t

Reagan Russell and Andrew Kula
January 13, 2023
Taylor Swift’s presale for her “Eras Tour” creates unprecedented traffic to Ticketmaster, crashing both their website and app.

Taylor Swift’s presale breaks Ticketmaster

Reagan Russell, Coeditor-in-Chief
November 16, 2022
If the referendum gets passed, one of the main focus areas for renovation is the Commons. As an outdated lunchroom it is often dark and dingy, which is not reflective of the rest of the school and its facilities.

Lemont’s referendum should be a no-brainer for local voters

Reagan Russell, Coeditor-in-Chief
November 4, 2022
Senior NHS members finished empathy cards consisting of puns, jokes and positive messages.

NHS students create empathy cards

Reagan Russell, Coeditor-in-Chief
October 21, 2022
CAAMP's 'Lavender Days' album is overwhelmingly astonishing

CAAMP’s ‘Lavender Days’ album is overwhelmingly astonishing

Reagan Russell, Coeditor-in-Chief
October 20, 2022
Students gather on the lower baseball field to watch “High School Musical” and raise money for Parker Power.

We’re all in this together: NHS’ ‘High School Musical’ movie night is a success

Reagan Russell, Coeditor-in-Chief
October 5, 2022
Student's share there favorite themes from this year's spirit week.

Student’s favorite spirit week days

Reagan Russell, Coeditor-in-Chief
October 5, 2022
Special education students get ready to start their shift at the Common Grounds coffee house, excited to serve new customers and staff.

Caffeine, coffee, chocolate: Common Grounds reopens

Aras Dambrauskas, Michelle Karimpumkalayil, and Reagan Russell
September 19, 2022
Taylor Swift's "Folklore" logo released in addition to her 2020 album.

A detailed guide to ‘Folklore’s’ love triangle, explained through some of Taylor Swifts ‘Folklore’ and ‘Evermore’ songs

Reagan Russell, Coeditor-in-Chief
September 13, 2022
Moments before Lemont’s first touchdown and first points scored in the Nazareth Academy vs. Lemont game.

Lemont triumphs over Nazareth Academy for the second year in a row

Reagan Russell, Coeditor-in-Chief
September 6, 2022
Taylor Swift received an award for music video of the year at the 2022 VMAs, celebrating her short film for her song “All too Well (10-minute version)(Taylor’s Version).”

Taylor Swift announces new album ‘Midnights’ at midnight after 2022 VMAs

Reagan Russell, Coeditor-in-Chief
September 2, 2022
Anna Swenson hiking the Black Oak trail in Little Red Schoolhouse nature center.

From ponds to forests: Everything Lemont’s local hikes have to offer

Reagan Russell, Coeditor-in-Chief
August 29, 2022
Stranger Things

SPOILER ALERT! Upside down and turned around: ‘Stranger Things’ season four, part one is scary good

Reagan Russell, Co-Editor-in-Chief
June 1, 2022
MOD Pizza is always quick and easy, a restaurant that can be found on the corner of several strip malls.

Best eats and treats: Our top ten favorite fast food places

Reagan Russell and Anna Swenson
May 24, 2022
A collage of several National Parks

America the beautiful: My top 10 national parks

Reagan Russell, Staff Writer
April 8, 2022
Globle, a globe game based on guessing countries using a color coded spectrum.

Globle and Worldle: Wordle spin-offs built to test player’s geography skills

Reagan Russell, Staff writer
April 4, 2022

Until We Get There: Stress Episode 2

Reagan Russell and Anna Swenson
February 28, 2022
Feb. 4 Wordle.

[Photo] Wordle: A word game worth your time

Reagan Russell, Staff writer
February 11, 2022

Cast, crew gives behind the scenes look into “Radium Girls”

Bella Nisperos and Reagan Russell
February 11, 2022
Gilmore Girls’ on Netflix is an early 2000’s teen show. The show has seven seasons available for any users to watch.

A Connecticut classic: Is ‘Gilmore Girls’ worth your watch?

Reagan Russell, Staff writer
February 7, 2022
Early Wednesday morning, the snow started to come down in larger numbers, covering the ground and roads in a blanket of white.

Recent snowstorm sweeps the suburbs

Reagan Russell, Staff writer
February 7, 2022

Until We Get There: Introduction Episode One

Reagan Russell and Anna Swenson
February 3, 2022
The decorating committee spent time drawing on the whiteboard and bringing in lights and a tree to help make the room more festive.

Tis the Season: AP Lang rocks its Christmas Party

Reagan Russell and Andrew Kula
December 20, 2021
Drama club president Isabella Nispersos reflects on the previous productions Lemont High School has put on and thinks about what future productions will be added to the wall of fame. “Whatever decisions are made, I know that everyone just wants to be represented in the best way possible, and this is my open and honest opinion,” Nisperos said.

Winter play strikes controversy among students

Reagan Russell, Logan Kearns, and Andrew Kula
November 22, 2021
Six Flag’s the Viper and Raging Bull pictured at sunset shortly before Fright Fest begun.

Six Flags Fright Fest: scary good or a frightening flop?

Reagan Russell, Staff Writer
November 5, 2021
Charm’s Cherry Blow Pops are a glowing success here at LHS.

Charm’s Cherry Blow Pop: Was it a sweet success?

Reagan Russell, Staff Writer
October 28, 2021

Tony Hamilton: The humble beginnings of the pro communicator

Reagan Russell, Staff Writer
October 22, 2021
Senior Hiba Ayub loaded up her car with hundreds of cans in order to assist the seniors in claiming victory. Totals were close between the juniors and seniors, therefore many students were rushing to buy as many food items as possible.

LHS’s food drive records record totals

Megan Sawatzky, Reagan Russell, and Destiny Vargas
October 8, 2021
Following a successful week, the total number of spirit points by grade are displayed on the LHS Homecoming Website, with the seniors taking home the victory.

A comprehensive guide to spirit points

Megan Sawatzky, Reagan Russell, and Destiny Vargas
October 8, 2021
Seniors Bella Wilton and Lauren MacLean transformed into an elderly couple to get into the spirit of the day.

Lemont’s school spirit shows on generation day

Megan Sawatzky, Destiny Vargas, and Reagan Russell
October 8, 2021
Barrel and Vine is located at 206 Main Street.

Lemont residents opens new restaurant Barrel and Vine

Reagan Russell and Leila Rexhepi
September 28, 2021
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