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GOLF le FLEUR* collaboration expresses outward individuality

Charlotte Calmes, Editor-in-Chief
Jan 12, 2021

Before the pandemic, fashion was an expression of outward individuality, highlighting different aspects of their personalities. Before we locked down, when we still had a reason to put on shoes and leave the house, fashion provided an outlet for our different personas. Each day, we could channel our...

New Faces of Normal

Charlotte Calmes, Colin Flack, Kelsey Kern, Hannah Kocar, Eli Schneider and Olivia Plangger
Sep 17, 2020

The New Faces of Normal Combine large, bold images with the beautifully crafted words of your story.

Adding a closet into the MIX: ISU alum on radio hosting during COVID

Olivia Plangger and Mantra Dave
Jul 15, 2020

Shifting from a spacious radio studio to a close-quarters closet did not faze Chris Petlak, host of Chicago's 101.9 THE MIX's evening radio programming when the Stay at Home order was issued in March. Although the circumstances looked unusual, Petlak's wife's closet's sound quality was the best his home...

Senior Showcase Galleries

Mantra Dave and Olivia Plangger
May 26, 2020

The Class of 2020 was showcased on the Inkspot Instagram account, taking advantage of the opportunity to share their high school achievements, favorite memories, and their future plans.

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Crave Chronicles: Episode Two – Wing Stop v. Buffalo Wild Wings [video]

Jessalyn Baer, Jaxon Creasey and Olivia Plangger
May 21, 2020

In the second episode of Crave Chronicles, Jessalyn Baer, Jaxon Creasey, and Olivia Plangger compare wings from Wing Stop and Buffalo Wild Wings.

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BACC culinary students roast the competition at SkillsUSA regional; COVID simmers State competition hopes

Olivia Plangger and Jessalyn Baer
Apr 25, 2020

Four Bloomington Area Career Center Culinary Arts students -- Emma Feit ('21), Madelyn Burton ('21), Kennedy Coe ('21), and Gavin Regnier ('20) -- qualified for the SkillsUSA State competition after participating in the Regional culinary competitions at Southwestern Illinois College in Granite City on...

Q & A: Seniors Speak Up

With Satya Garapati

Mantra Dave and Olivia Plangger
Apr 24, 2020

Q & A: Senior Athletes Speak Up

With Kailah Carter

Olivia Plangger and Mantra Dave
Apr 17, 2020

Tonight, Friday, April 17, NCHS would have hosted the 2020 Normal Community Co-Ed Track Invitational and recognized the senior athletes of the boys and girls track teams. However, like so many other events, that meet is canceled. Kailah Carter (‘20), a 2018 and 2019 State track and field qualifier,...

Sewing for safety: Coe family combats coronavirus

Olivia Plangger and Mantra Dave
Apr 12, 2020

The struggles of those combating COVID-19 have hit home for the family of Kennedy (‘21) and Piper (‘20) Coe. Utilizing their sewing skills and passion for helping others, the sisters started crafting homemade masks a month ago, distributing them to friends, family, health-care workers,...

Q & A: Seniors Speak Up

With Sheri Stewart

Mantra Dave and Olivia Plangger
Apr 12, 2020

School closures due to COVID-19 present unique challenges for all students. However, for senior athletes in their last semester at Normal Community, the experence is on a different level. Missing out on their senior season, and that final chance to make memories in Normal Community colors has led to seniors running the gamut of emotions. This is the second installment in a series of articles where seniors detail their experiences through the COVID-19 crisis, featuring soccer player Sheri Stewart.

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Q & A: Seniors Speak Up

With Sabrina Chang

Mantra Dave and Olivia Plangger
Apr 8, 2020

School closures due to COVID-19 present unique challenges for all students. However, for seniors in their last semester at Normal Community, the experence is on a different level. Possibly missing out on a variety of senior memories, and having to transition to E-learning has led to seniors running the gamut of emotions. This is the first installment in a series of articles where seniors detail their experiences through the COVID-19 crisis, featuring Sabrina Chang who spoke to the Inkspot during Spring Break.

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Feeney; Christopherson on championship appearance [video]

Inkspot Staff
Apr 2, 2020

After 5 rounds of the first-ever Inkspot March Madness Teacher Tournament, only two teachers remain. Mr. Dave Feeney of the English department and Mr. Jeff Christopherson addressed the media going into the final day of fan voting. Cast your vote for NCHS’s favorite teacher from the core four departments...

Finals: NCHS’ Favorite Teacher – March Madness

Inkspot Staff
Apr 1, 2020

The English department's Mr. Dave Feeney and Social Studies' Mr. Kelly Keogh were early favorites in the first-ever Inkspot teacher tournament, a trend that continued through the first four rounds of voting. In the Semi-final round, Keogh's run came to an end at the hands of Mr. Jeff Christopherson....

5 throwback movies to watch

Mantra Dave and Olivia Plangger
Apr 1, 2020

With the COVID-19 pandemic shutting schools down until at least April 30, students have more time to fill than ever before. The current chaos across the globe is stressful for all - and nothing helps us to calm down like a familiar film. With shelter at home orders requiring us to stay inside, streaming services offer a plethora of potential watches. Here are five classic movies available to rent or stream from the comfort of your living room.

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Semifinals Update: NCHS’ Favorite Teacher – March Madness

Inkspot Staff
Mar 29, 2020

The conclusion of round four of the first-ever NCHS' Favorite Teacher competition left only one teacher from each core content area. Mr. Dave Feeney from the English department defeated Mr. Brad Bovenkerk; Ms. Lori Endsley from the Math department took down Mr. Lance Bergmann; Mr. Jeff Christopherson...