When Dominique Thomas dashed to the finish line of the 200-meter dash on Friday afternoon, no matter where she finished in that race, it was going to be the end […]
Seven state-bound athletes to compete in nine events at state
Marian Central sends off 136 grads in 2021 class Members of Marian Central Catholic High School’s class of 2021 received diplomas Friday during a ceremony at the school. Class valedictorian […]
Marion Central Catholic High School junior Jack Whalon scored five goals against Notre Dame and three goals against Huntley High School. Jack won 25 of his 29 face-offs last week. […]
Griffin Dahm is a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School. He is the son of Shawn and Kevin Dahm, Algonquin. “Griffin has a shining, outgoing personality. He’s excelled in […]
Ryan Knott’s guitar debut came during a talent show at Marian Central Catholic High School. Now Knott, a 2007 Marian graduate, and wife, Sarah Knott, have been at the top […]
Lilli Leggett has started the season out strong as an outside hitter for Marian Central High School. Season totals thus far – 56 kills, 49 digs and 12 aces. Lilli […]
Joseph Noonan is a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School. He is the son of Bob and Kris Noonan, Crystal Lake. “Joseph is a well-rounded and truly gifted student. […]
When members of Key Club at Marian Central Catholic High School decided to ”Tackle Hunger,” they made it an all-out blitz. The food drive at the school’s first home football […]
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