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Tanglefoot Park Coming to Spring Lake

Tanglefoot Park Coming to Spring Lake

Sam Priddy, Reporter May 8, 2023

Tanglefoot Park is coming up on its first full year being a prominent part of Spring Lake, and with that, it’s become an important part of living here. The farmer’s market is probably the most well-known...

Shining a Spotlight on JT Hogan

Shining a Spotlight on JT Hogan

Amaya Wiseman, Reporter May 8, 2023

As the end of the year comes creeping up, and Spring sports reach an end, it's time to shine a spotlight on who made it all possible, the Spring Lake Schools Athletic Director, James Hogan, more commonly...

Mr. Warrens Friday Traditions

Mr. Warren’s Friday Traditions

Graham Gibson, Reporter April 24, 2023

At Spring Lake High School, everyone knows about Mr. Warren. A funny, dedicated, and quirky history teacher here at Spring Lake High School. As a teacher, he always does his best to entertain his students,...

The Laker Magazine Comes to Life

The Laker Magazine Comes to Life

Adriana Zamarron, Reporter April 24, 2023

One year ago, Adriana Zamarron, the leader and creator of The Laker Magazine, had a brilliant idea to bring together creative people and create a digital magazine. She discussed the idea with the 2021-2022...

SLHS Students Travel to EL Salvador to Spread Kindness and Care

SLHS Students Travel to EL Salvador to Spread Kindness and Care

Jaxson Berg, Reporter April 24, 2023

After a three-hour charter bus ride; eight total hours of flying; and a two-hour school bus ride, nine Spring Lake students arrived in the city of San Salvador, El Salvador in preparation for a week they...

Mr. Theune with the 2022-2023 Publication Class

Mr. Theune Leaves SLHS to Further Serve Our District

Addison Benedict, Reporter April 24, 2023

For the past 20 years, Mr. David Theune has been “the man behind the curtain.” From teaching drama to varying levels of ELA, the publication class, launching The Share Chair Podcast, and enhancing...

THE LAKER MAGAZINE & FLUID

THE LAKER MAGAZINE & FLUID

Adriana Zamarron, Reporter March 30, 2023

One year ago, Adriana Zamarron, the leader and creator of The Laker Magazine, had a brilliant idea to bring together creative people and create a digital magazine. She discussed the idea with the 2021-2022...

Photo Credits: Nick Zacek

Boys’ Swim Team Goes to States

Lily Zuelke, Reporter March 27, 2023

On March 12th, the Boys' Varsity Swim and Dive team went to Oakland University where the 2023 MHSAA (Michigan High School Athletic Association) Division Three State Championships were held. There were...

SLPS Bond Proposal: What Can I Expect In the Upcoming Voting?

SLPS Bond Proposal: What Can I Expect In the Upcoming Voting?

Anna McLean, Reporter March 27, 2023

On May 2nd, Spring Lake voters will be prompted to vote on a 49.8 million dollar bond proposal. Amenities that will be added to the high school are secure entries, 4 new classrooms, a new commons space,...

SL Intermediate Staff Organize Supportive Get-Together for MSU Students

SL Intermediate Staff Organize Supportive Get-Together for MSU Students

Ainoha Chastang, Reporter March 7, 2023

On February 18th, staff members of the Spring Lake Intermediate/Middle School organized a dinner at Kirby House for Spring Lake alumns who are now students at Michigan State University. They wanted to...

YAT Fundraiser Raises Hundreds for Children in Need

YAT Fundraiser Raises Hundreds for Children in Need

Anna McLean, Reporter February 20, 2023

The Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC), a nonprofit located in Holland dedicated to providing support for child survivors of abuse, has a Youth Advocacy Team (YAT) comprised of teens around Ottawa county...

Making Waves in the Community: Boys Swim Senior Night

Making Waves in the Community: Boys Swim Senior Night

Lily Zuelke, Reporter February 20, 2023

The high school boys’ swim team had their last home meet on February 7th. It was not only a day to honor their seniors, but also to celebrate their donation to their charity of choice: Mosaic Counseling....

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