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The Student News Site of Munster High School

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The Student News Site of Munster High School

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Josephine Zangrilli

Josephine Zangrilli, Editor-in-Chief

Hey! I am Josephine and I am the Editor-in-Chief for the 25-26 school year. I play varsity golf as well as participate in Student Government.

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Making history: Munster's first ever official flag football team makes season debut

Making history: Munster’s first ever official flag football team makes season debut

Isla Utterback and Josephine Zangrilli
August 30, 2025
LOCKED IN Staring down the batter, senior Tyler Fuller pitched against Highland. The team won 17-6 on April 14. “I was dialed in and trying to throw as many strikes as I can,” Fuller said. “I was really just thinking about my approach to getting each batter out.”

[Photo] Pitch perfect start: Baseball season underway as team takes the field again today

August 25, 2025
BATTER UP In a batting position, senior Zachary Wright gets ready to hit the ball. Your batting stance is crucial for getting successful, hard hits.

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[Photo] Prom perfect

Gabriella Van Horne
May 22, 2025
SNAP HAPPY Recording on a GoPro for social media, senior Sam Mellon has recently started a weekly sports podcast. “[Senior] Brendan Feeney and I have been talking about doing a sports podcast forever. We love talking about sports and we just grabbed [senior] Will Hanas and went along with it,” Mellon said.

Not one voice, but many: How students use their freedom of speech in their own ways

Josephine Zangrilli, Lexi Villalobos, and Gabriella Van Horne
April 22, 2025
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[Photo] Burning Up: Munster students share their “hot takes”

April 22, 2025
SIGHTING THE HILAL Smiling, sisters senior Junainah Ali and junior Munazzah Ali pose for a photo. Featured in the background is a string of crescent-moon lights, a widely recognized symbol of Islam. “I personally like the sense of community and unification of Ramadan. Ramadan’s about building up to the slow steps of Islam and incorporating the rules of it,” Munazzah Ali said.

From dusk to dawn

Josephine Zangrilli and Evelyn Koncalovic
March 18, 2025
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[Photo] Lost in the Sand: Indiana Dunes and other National Parks brace for staffing cuts

Lexi Villalobos and Emma Starkey
March 20, 2025
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Taking the graveyard shift

Josephine Zangrilli, Social Media Manager
March 18, 2025
HYPED UP Alani Nutrition, an energy drink common amongst teenage girls was recently bought by Celsius, a competitor, for $1.65 billion in early February. With the purchase of Alani, Celsius has the largest sugar- free beverage portfolio and became the third largest in the energy drink category. (Source: CNBC) (Photo by Josephine Zangrilli)

Caffeine Craze: Addressing the rise of energy drinks and caffeine intake among high school students

Josephine Zangrilli and Emily Dywan
March 6, 2025
OVERCOMING OBSTACLES Preparing for outdoor track season, sophomore Kiwauni Alexander performs drills to improve his hurdle form.

Run, jump, throw, repeat

Josephine Zangrilli, Social Media Manager
February 25, 2025
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[Photo] Meet the stars: Highlighting outstanding winter athletes

Emily Dywan and Lexi Villalobos
February 7, 2025
TALK THAT TALK Posing for a picture, juniors Brandon Walker and Derek Kenning smile for the camera. The two juniors will travel to Des Moines, Iowa in June for the NSDA National Tournament.

[Photo] Issue 6: at a glance

February 7, 2025
Standing in front of the class, choir director Luke McGinnis conducts his 4th hour class in preparation for Chorale’s future events. “After working on the songs for a long time, it’s great to be able to show everyone how hard we worked for that moment,” senior Meilee Alvarez said.

[Photo] Growing harmonies: choir prepares for collaboration with acapella group

Emma Starkey, Web Chief
February 6, 2025
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[Photo] Winter wonders: With winter break approaching, here is an ultimate guide to spend your time

Kylee Barnes, Page Editor
December 12, 2024
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[Photo] Freshman focus: Swimmer Lilly King starts off season with a wave

Emily Dywan, Editor-in-chief
December 12, 2024
ONE LAST DANCE Performing her senior solo routine at the dance showcase Dec. 2, Sam Bleza and the dance team perfect their competition routines. “We showcased our routines to family and friends,” said Bleza. “Now, all of our practices are just preparing for our next competition.”

[Photo] High hopes and kicks: Dancers get ready for IHSDTA on Dec. 14

Lexi Villalobos and Dimitra Papanikolaou
December 12, 2024
DISH IT OUT Selecting their food, junior Mia Zuniga and freshman Benjamin Castillo-Mendoza dish their plates.

[Photo] A feast of fusions: Since Thanksgiving is next week, Culture Club members reflect on their Thanksgiving traditions

Kylee Barnes, Page Editor
November 12, 2024
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[Photo] “It’s not just representation, but inclusion.”

Emily Dywan and Lexi Villalobos
November 21, 2024
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[Photo] Behind the headlines: Understanding the ethics that shape what news gets told

Lexi Villalobos, Deadline Manager
November 25, 2024
PUT ‘ER THERE Hyping each other up before the game Nov. 15, seniors Nina Garner and Kinga Grabowski go through a handshake. Garner was named Player of the Game against Chesterton, losing 57-32.

[Photo] Warm the court

Emily Dywan
November 21, 2024
STOP TO SHOP Purchasing merchandise after C lunch, junior Carson Poulston hands sophomore Raunav Perinchery his credit card. “It is very nice to buy clothes at the Horseshoe,” said Poulston. “It is easy to access during lunch.”

[Photo] Open to the masses: LaFlech’s small business operations class opens Horseshoe

Gabriella Van Horne, Beat Manager
October 17, 2024
RUN FOR IT Running, senior Cavin McNulty participates in the Rudy Skorupa at Lake Central. McNulty was running 5K for Varsity.

Going the distance: Cross Country is set to attend New Prairie Invite Sept. 21

Josephine Zangrilli, Media Manager
September 26, 2024
EYE ON THE BALL Running, seniors Brooke Bravo and Esther Graham follow to catch the football. The senior team had their first practice on Sept. 9. “I think our team is gonna win because we have amazing team energy and we’re already bonded really well,” Bravo said.

[Photo] Putting the Power in PowderPuff

Gabriella Van Horne, Beat Manager
September 26, 2024
ONE POM AT A TIME On the sidelines, junior Skyler Serna stands in place along with the other cheerleaders.

[Photo] Caught in the mustang spirit: Munster moments leading up to homecoming

Lexi Villalobos, Deadline Manager
September 26, 2024

Where are they going?: Seniors share their plans for after high school graduation

Josephine Zangrilli and Zoe Clark
May 17, 2024
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[Photo] Ready, set, summer!: With summer coming up, here is an ultimate summer guide

Emma Starkey, Gabriella Van Horne, and Emily Dywan
May 15, 2024
Column: When I'm older

Column: When I’m older

Josephine Zangrilli, Photographer
April 19, 2024
I NEED A HERO Getting in position, junior Lucy Salazar and seniors Delaney Craig and Ari Jamerson rehearse for the Munster Theater Club’s spring musical, Footloose. “The fact that there’s a lot of dancing motivates and encourages me to have a lot of fun and put my all into it.” Ari said.

[Photo] Get ready to cut loose: MTC prepares for their spring musical

Lexi Villalobos, Photographer
April 18, 2024
CATCH SOME SUN Inspecting her project, Joyce Yao sophomore, prepares for her next event. Joyce competes in the solar power event where each competitor must build a contraption. “I am going to put a magnifying glass under a lamp,” said Joyce. “When the light hits the water in the container, it will heat it and create energy.”

[Photo] Stirring it up before State: Science Olympiad prepares to compete at Purdue Northwest for State March 23

Emma Starkey, Page Editor
March 15, 2024
Junior Addy Ellis loads last year’s state trophy onto the bus. “Once we heard that our school won by two points, we all screamed in excitement.” Addy said.

[Photo] Speech places first in State

March 15, 2024
FUN IN THE SUN Pictured above are ISO 1232-2 solar eclipse glasses. All students participating will be given a pair to protect their eyes from the April 8 eclipse.

Student Government plans solar eclipse viewing

Josephine Zangrilli, Photographer
March 15, 2024
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[Photo] 29 cool things: In honor of the leap year, Crier highlights 29 cool things

February 22, 2024
JUST DANCE Performing at halftime, Sam Bleza, junior, uses facial expressions to contribute to her performance. Bleza was recently crowned 2024 Senior Solo State champion. “When I won State solo, it was the most unreal feeling ever,” Bleza said. “I was so proud of myself.”

[Photo] Stepping into comp season: Dance prepares for Regionals tomorrow, State and Nationals early March

Lauren Hoogeveen, Editor-in-chief
February 20, 2024
Side-effects of scrolling: Crier analyzes the effect social media has left on the generations

Side-effects of scrolling: Crier analyzes the effect social media has left on the generations

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, Josephine Zangrilli, and Lauren Hoogeveen
February 2, 2024
That's a wrap: Winter sports recap

That’s a wrap: Winter sports recap

Josephine Zangrilli, Photographer
February 2, 2024
TEE UP Warming up for the Aug. 27 match against Kankakee Valley, Natalia Jeknic, senior, prepares for a chip shot.

[Photo] Wrapping Up: A recap of the fall sports’ seasons and remaining games

Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy and Lauren Hoogeveen
October 26, 2023
THE FINAL TOUCHES Discussing pep rally games at their meeting Sept. 19, George Dovellos, senior, listens to sponsor Mrs. Kathleen Laporte’s advice on organization. Meeting every Wednesday morning at 7:15 a.m, student government members organized all events Homecoming week.

[Photo] Brought to you by…: A look into how Student Government plans Homecoming

Emma Starkey, Page Editor
September 27, 2023

Rhiannon Shelton, freshman: 233,290 minutes remaining

Josephine Zangrilli, photographer
April 20, 2023

[Photo] Only so much time: Teachers and students discuss balancing mental and health and time in the classroom

Emily Dywan and Seamus Keegan
April 20, 2023
Column: An attack on innocence

Column: An attack on innocence

Josephine Zangrilli, Photographer
March 16, 2023
VERDANT VOCALS Performing, juniors Adeline West and Shana Shah and sophomore Josie Speckhard sing for choir. Shana is one of the three choir members who were chosen to perform at the showcase on March 20.

Beyond the stage: A look into what the performing arts are doing for Music in Our Schools, Showcase March 20.

Josephine Zangrilli and Emily Dywan
March 16, 2023
MUSCLE UP Posing proudly, Arroya Mongerie, freshman, Evi Allerding, senior, and Savannah Nuetzel, sophomore, represent strong and talented student- athletes. ”Everytime someone said I couldn’t, it made me want to go harder,”Alldering said.

‘Inclusive, not encouraged’: In honor of Women’s History Month, women athletes share their stories

Josephine Zangrilli, Photographer
March 14, 2023
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Girls’ Basketball: On the bright side

Josephine Zangrilli, photographer
February 23, 2023
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[Photo] Indiana legislatures plan on lowering the price of school. But at what cost?

Lauren Hoogeveen & Dorothy Lakshmanamurthy, Story Editor & Page Editor
February 22, 2023
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MIX AND MATCH: Staffers review Netflix’s new series “Kaleidoscope”

Seamus Keegan, Josephine Zangrilli, Ethan Pischner, and Emily Dywan
January 25, 2023
A WORK IN PROGRESS Maple Leaf Crossing will be located at Calumet Ave. and 45th Street, in Munster.

[Photo] Hammering out the progress: A closer look at new developments in Munster

Seamus Keegan and Emily Dywan
January 25, 2023
ON THE FLY During their game against Brebeuf Jesuit Prep, Brenden Budeselich, senior, chases after the puck. Ending with a 4-4 tie, the team nears closer to their State Championship on Feb. 24

Hockey Club prepares for State Championship Feb. 24

Josephine Zangrilli, Photographer
January 25, 2023
Column: As the bell rings

Column: As the bell rings

Josephine Zangrilli
January 25, 2023
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