The student news site of Kearsley High School in Flint, Michigan

The Eclipse
The student news site of Kearsley High School in Flint, Michigan

The Eclipse
The student news site of Kearsley High School in Flint, Michigan

The Eclipse
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St. Patrick's Day!

[Photo] The Origins of St. Patrick’s Day

By Isabelle Devine, Reporter
March 24, 2023
bball

[Photo] The Hornets Prepare For A Big Game

By Isabelle Devine, Reporter
March 8, 2023
Elf on the Shelf

[Photo] The Sneaky Little Helper Creates Traditions

By Isabelle Devine, Reporter
December 13, 2022
motivation (1)

[Photo] The Trip of Motivation

By Isabelle Devine, Reporter
November 17, 2022
Yellow flowers to represent the coming summer

[Photo] Farewell Kearsley High School

By Colin O'Brien, Reporter
May 13, 2022
Dwayne Haskins passes away at age 24

[Photo] NFL QB Dwayne Haskins passes away at age 24

By Jonathen Hart, Managing Editor
April 18, 2022
The Chicago skyline gives an exterior view of the urban jungle.

[Photo] Bean Town- Chicago’s Highs and Lows are in Plain Sight

By Lauren Rice, Special Projects Editor
April 6, 2022
Soccer ball

[Photo] Girls soccer plans to kick goals this season

By Madison Pillen, Reporter
March 23, 2022
Love is Blind season 2 is out on netflix today

[Photo] Love Is Blind Season Two has viewers on the edge of their seats

By Gage Slagor, Reporter
March 10, 2022
Elizabeth Blackwell, Elizabeth Garrett Anderson, and Sophia Jex-Blake are honored after fifty years by the New Hospital For Women in London, England.

[Photo] Women’s History Month 2022- Providing healing and promoting hope

By Lauren Rice, Special Project Editor
March 11, 2022
Prince was a talented performer who stunned the world with his music.

[Photo] Prince- a man of many talents

February 16, 2022
George Washington is remembered highly in the eyes of most Americans

[Photo] George Washington’s Birthday, Remembering a Founding Father

By Holly Hoskey, Reporter
February 22, 2022
Most people get their first jobs in high school, here are Kearsley teachers first jobs.

[Photo] Kearsley teacher’s first jobs

By Gage Slagor, Reporter
January 7, 2022
A nice warm pot of soup on the stove

[Photo] January is national soup month

By Samuel Kelsey, Reporter
January 7, 2022
Actress Betty White dies at the age of 99, leaving behind her legacy in the media industry.

[Photo] Betty White- a star who will forever be remembered

January 7, 2022
'Baby It's Cold Outside' is a holiday classic that has come under fire in the modern era.

[Photo] "Baby It's Cold Outside" is not controversial, rather a product of its time

December 6, 2021
Angry Birds has infiltrated society in several ways, including street art.

[Photo] Top 5 worst angry birds

By Dominic Demetriou, Reporter
December 10, 2021
Around the world people enjoy many different French fries

Boys soccer battles it out with Clio during Districts on Wednesday, Oct. 20.

[Photo] Boys soccer falls to Clio in District finals

By Molly Gunn, Editor in Chief
October 25, 2021
Season three of the Netflix show YOU releases.

[Photo] Season three of “YOU” kills it on Netflix

By Brodie Dustin, Reporter
October 25, 2021
Filipino flag

[Photo] October is Filipino American History Month

By Aizya Sorensen, Reporter
October 25, 2021
New mask mandate requires kindergarten through 12th-grade students to wear masks while in schools.

Golfing is one of many good ways to stay active during quarantine.

[Photo] Stay active during quarantine with these five activities

By Elizabeth Taylor, Managing Editor
May 8, 2020
The 2012 Rick Nash trade between the Columbus Blue Jackets and New York Rangers caused countless secondary deals and helped shape the rosters of 20 different teams.

[Photo] Trade Wars: Rick Nash deal caused NHL-wide ripples

By Connor Earegood, Editor in Chief
May 1, 2020
"Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem, and Madness" provides an entertaining escape from quarantine life.

[Photo] ‘Tiger King’ leaves fans roaring for more

By Jonathen Hart, Sports Editor
April 16, 2020
Fight quarantine boredom with these three Netflix original series.

[Photo] Quarantine with these Netflix originals

By Connor Earegood, Editor in Chief
April 16, 2020
Approaching the10th anniversary of its release, "Fallout: New Vegas" provides RPG fans a nostalgic and entertaining experience full of unique characters and enthralling quests.

[Photo] ‘Fallout: New Vegas’ proves timeless

By Connor Earegood, Editor in Chief
April 24, 2020
"The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez" offers viewers a shocking yet enthralling experience as it details the legal system's treatment of the Gabriel Fernandez murder case.

[Photo] 'The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez' shocks

April 16, 2020
Joe Biden, a hopeful for the Democratic Party's presidential nomination, won Michigans democratic primary election Tuesday, March 10.

[Photo] Biden wins Michigan democratic primary

March 11, 2020
Serena Williams prepares to strike a tennis ball with her powerful forehand. Williams' skills have inspired thousands of tennis players and young women across the world.

Serena Williams is preparing to serve.

A "Stranger Things" teaser trailer revealed the fate of a key character.

[Photo] ‘Stranger Things’ trailer excites fans

By Hope Wills, Special Project Editor
February 25, 2020
Girls bowling won its 11th Metro League title in a row with a victory over Flushing Wednesday, Feb. 19.

[Photo] Girls bowling wins 11th-consecutive Metro League title

By Hope Wills, Special Project Editor
February 21, 2020
"Harley Quinn: Birds of Prey" hit theaters Friday, February, 7

[Photo] ‘Harley Quinn: Birds of Prey’ impresses audiences

By Jonathen Hart, Sports Editor
February 14, 2020
Black Sabbath

[Photo] ‘Black Sabbath’ turns 50

By Ayden Stacey, Reporter
February 14, 2020
Boys basketball lost to Creek Friday, Feb. 7, but beat Owosso Tuesday, Feb. 12.

[Photo] Boys basketball 1-1 over last two games

By Stacia Tipton, News Editor
February 14, 2020
'Gretel & Hansel' stunned theaters with its cinematography and style. The film released Friday, Jan. 31.

[Photo] ‘Gretel and Hansel’ amazes

By Molly Gunn, Student Life Editor
February 12, 2020
Jimi Hendrix inspired many musicians, creating a legacy to be remembered for generations.

[Photo] Black History Month: Hendrix inspires guitarists today

By Ayden Stacey, Reporter
February 7, 2020
Mary Jackson used her intellectual skills to fight against discrimination in the scientific world.

[Photo] Black History Month: Jackson blazed trails in science

By Hope Wills, Special Project Editor
February 14, 2020
The boys bowling team lost to Flushing and Swartz Creek Saturday, Feb. 1. Two bowlers placed in the top four at the Carman-Ainsworth Singles tournament Sunday, Feb. 2.

[Photo] Boys bowling loses two, places in tournament

By Molly Gunn, Student Life Editor
February 3, 2020
Sacha Baron Cohen portrays many characters in his comedies, including Ali G and Borat.

[Photo] Sacha Baron Cohen does comedy right

By Tristan Sharma, Reporter
February 3, 2020
A new strain of coronavirus has infected many in China and five in the United States. The virus is nicknamed the Wuhan flu after its origin in Wuhan, China.

[Photo] Coronavirus outbreak worries students

By Devontre Oliver, Reporter
January 31, 2020
"Jumanji: The Next Level" came out Dec. 13, and satisfied viewers' expectations.

[Photo] ‘Jumanji: The Next Level’ swings into theaters

By Tristan Sharma, Reporter
January 23, 2020
Boys bowling is coming back strong and ready to fight.

[Photo] Boys bowling strikes down Brandon, competes in tournament

By Molly Gunn, Student Life Editor
January 21, 2020
"1917" shares the story of two British soldiers during World War I.

[Photo] '1917' captures World War I

January 21, 2020
"Bad Boys for Life" hit theaters Friday, Jan. 17, and many viewers appreciated the movie.

[Photo] ‘Bad Boys for Life’ satisfies

By Jonathen Hart, Sports Editor
January 31, 2020
The swim team lost to Metro League foe Corunna 122-51 Tuesday, Jan. 14.

[Photo] Swim sinks against Corunna

By Connor Earegood, Editor in Chief
January 16, 2020
Daniel Craig will star in his last James Bond film, "No Time to Die," which hits theaters April 8.

[Photo] ‘No Time To Die’ will thrill Bond fans

By Marin Marc, Reporter
January 14, 2020
Students celebrate the new year in a variety of ways.

[Photo] Students celebrate New Year’s

By Molly Gunn, Student Life Editor
December 20, 2019
Instagram was launched as an independent company on Oct. 6, 2010 and has since been bought by Facebook, Inc.

The Clash's front man, Joe Strummer, performs "London Calling" in a June 1980 concert.

[Photo] Legendary punk album ‘London Calling’ turns 40

By Ayden Stacey, Reporter
December 12, 2019
Japanese planes bomb the U.S. Navy base at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, Dec. 7, 1941. The attack occurred 78 years ago.

[Photo] Pearl Harbor sparked American involvement in World War II

December 5, 2019
Students devour a variety of foods on Thanksgiving.

[Photo] Students love Thanksgiving dishes

By Raydoffa Braziel, Reporter
November 28, 2019
Motley Crue performs in Sweden during a 2012 concert. The band will reunite for a 2020 American tour with Def Leppard and Poison.

[Photo] Mötley Crüe announces reunion

By Ayden Stacey, Reporter
December 1, 2019
"Doctor Sleep" premiered Friday, Nov. 8, and continues the story of Stephen King's "The Shining."

[Photo] ‘Doctor Sleep’ snoozes in box office

By Jonathen Hart, Arts & Entertainment
November 19, 2019
"Terminator: Dark Fate" released in theaters Friday, Nov. 1.

[Photo] Terminator: Dark Fate’ drops into theaters

By Molly Gunn, Reporter
November 7, 2019
Rage Against the Machine holds up power fists at the end of a reunion performance in 2007.

[Photo] Rage Against the Machine reunites

By Ayden Stacey, Reporter
November 5, 2019
Billie Joe Armstrong sings during a Green Day performance. The band released two singles for its upcoming album.

[Photo] Green Day drops singles from upcoming album

By Ayden Stacey, Reporter
October 29, 2019
Blink-182 performs at a concert in 2016. The band released its ninth studio album, "Nine," Friday, Sept. 20.

[Photo] Blink-182 releases ‘Nine’

By Ayden Stacey, Reporter
October 22, 2019
Eastern Equine Encephalitis led to the euthanization of a deer in Genesee County on Wednesday, Sept. 18.

[Photo] EEE threatens Genesee County

By Connor Earegood, Editor in Chief
September 26, 2019
Legislation dealing with education is handled in the Michigan State Capitol.

[Photo] Kearsley will host Education Town Hall

By Elizabeth Taylor, Student Life Editor
June 5, 2019
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Golf placed seventh at the Metro League Post-Season Tournament, carding a 396.

[Photo] Golf finishes seventh at league tournament

By Hope Wills, News Editor
May 21, 2019
Garbage litters a beach in Guyana. Pollution impacts land and the ocean across the globe, and social media posts help draw attention to these scenes.

Sophomore Braylon Silvas won both the 110 high- and 300-meter hurdles in a double-dual meet against Swartz Creek and Linden on Tuesday, May 14. The Hornets beat the Eagles but fell to Creek.

[Photo] Boys track squeaks past Linden, falls to Swartz Creek

By Connor Earegood, Managing Editor
May 17, 2019
The Beastie Boy's debut album, "Licensed to Ill," led to the creation of their second album, "Ill Communication."

[Photo] ‘Ill Communication’ turns 25

By Riley Paris, Reporter
May 30, 2019
There are many reasons why breakfast is the most important meal of the day.

AP testing starts Monday, May 6, and runs through Friday, May 17.

[Photo] Many students never feel fully prepared for AP tests

By Jonathen Hart, Reporter
May 8, 2019
The girls track team placed 11th at the Marco Marcet Invitational on Thursday, April 18.

[Photo] Girls track places 11th at Marcet Invitational

By Jonathen Hart, Reporter
April 22, 2019
The baseball team was defeated by Lake Fenton on Monday, April 8. The softball team split its games against the Blue Devils.

[Photo] Baseball, softball take on Blue Devils in season openers

By Stephanie Lane and Connor Earegood
April 10, 2019
Malala Yousafzai has used her platform to inspire girls across the globe to fight for their right to an education,

[Photo] Women’s History Month: Malala Yousafzai impacts education for the better

By Hope Wills, News Editor
March 18, 2019
Marie Curie spent most of her life in the lab, paving the way for future female scientists.

[Photo] Women’s History Month: Marie Curie set the stage for women in science

By Alexis Roof, Reporter
March 15, 2019
Astronaut Anne McClain (left) and Astronaut Christina Hammock Koch will be part of the first all-female spacewalk crew.

[Photo] First all-female spacewalk with female crew will take place soon

By Cassie Horne, Reporter
March 22, 2019
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg is an activist for women's rights.

[Photo] Women’s History Month: ‘Notorious RBG’ inspires through the decades

By Jenna Robinson, Editor in Chief
March 13, 2019
Serena Williams plays in doubles action during the 2013 U.S. Open. Williams speaks out against sexism in tennis.

[Photo] Women’s History Month: Williams pushes for women’s equality

By Elizabeth Taylor, Student Life Editor
March 22, 2019
"Pride and Prejudice" was written by Jane Austen in 1813. It follows the story of Elizabeth Bennet as she searches for love.

[Photo] March is Reading Month: Classics unite generations of readers

By Autumn Prescott, Special Projects Editor
March 4, 2019
Walker-Griffea was raised in a predominately black neighborhood in North Tulsa.

[Photo] Black History Month: Mott’s first black president breaks glass ceiling

By Alexis Roof, Reporter
February 20, 2019
Junior Anya Christensen was diagnosed with Hypoplstic left heart syndrome at birth.

[Photo] Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Month sheds light on the most common birth defect

By Elizabeth Taylor, Student Life Editor
February 25, 2019
Ms. Anneke Burke-Kooistra was almost four years old when her father, Mr. Wop Kooistra, took in the first refugee in their home in Utrecht, Holland.

[Photo] Local woman shares her story for Holocaust Remembrance Day

By Jenna Robinson, Editor in Chief
January 25, 2019
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[Photo] Boys basketball wins holiday showcase

By Jenna Robinson, Editor in Chief
January 4, 2019
Mrs. Rosa Parks being fingerprinted by Sheriff D.H. Lackey for refusal to give up her seat to a white passenger and refusal to move to the back of the bus. This event marked the start of the Montgomery Bus Boycott.

[Photo] King’s accomplishments influence America today

By Hope Wills, News Editor
January 21, 2019
A. A. Milne is the creator of Winnie the Pooh and all his woodland friends. He first published a story about the bear in 1926.

[Photo] National Winnie the Pooh Day celebrated the famous bear

By Autumn Prescott, Special Projects Editor
January 23, 2019
Charles Dickens was an English author known for novels like his holiday classic "A Christmas Carol."

[Photo] ‘A Christmas Carol’ turns 175

By Autumn Prescott, Special Projects Editor
December 14, 2018
Tyler, the Creator is a rapper known for his creativity and experimentation, working with many collectives and by himself.

[Photo] Tyler, the Creator delivers a unique rapping style

By Matt Ostrander, Reporter
March 11, 2019
Students are excited for Democratic Party candidates in the 2020 election.

[Photo] Students excited for Democratic Party’s 2020 candidates

By Connor Earegood, Managing Editor
December 12, 2018
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[Photo] Happy birthday, internet: You turned 49

By Grant Sterling, Reporter
October 30, 2018
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[Photo] Despite popular opinion, pineapple does belong on a pizza

By Connor Earegood, Managing Editor
October 18, 2018
The chickenpox virus causes a rash over the the back of this 30-year-old man. This is on the fifth day since the rash's development. The man's pocks are starting to crust over.

[Photo] Students should be aware of chickenpox virus

By Grant Sterling, Editor
October 1, 2018
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