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Sequoit Media

The student news site of Antioch Community High School.

Sequoit Media

The student news site of Antioch Community High School.

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Dairy Queen worker and ACHS senior, Sidney Tindell, finishes making a blizzard with the famous upside down blizzard test.

Swirling into a new season: Dairy Queen is back

Sequoit’s favorite downtown desserts are back. After three long, cold months without them, Antioch’s Dairy Queen has reopened for business.
Ashley Lubkeman, Tom Tom Staff
March 21, 2022
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Students of ACHS are no longer required to wear masks while in school.

Illinois public schools update mask mandate

After a recent court ruling, Illinois public schools may no longer require students to wear masks while in school hours.
Reino Hill, Tom Tom Staff
February 7, 2022
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The #13 Orignial Italian contains mouth-watering provolone, ham, prosciuttini, cappacuolo, salami, pepperoni and a variety of toppings like lettuce, tomato and vinaigrette.

Nice to meat you: New Jersey Mike’s location

Antioch welcomed Jersey Mike's newest location on Feb. 2. In addition to having subs, the sandwich shop has begun a competition between surrounding schools to raise money.
Emma Poklop, Tom Tom Staff
February 4, 2022
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Seniors Hannah and Sarah Benes volunteer at an NHS blanket making event for The Pennys Purpose.

Blanket from mom, to all

A touching story turns into an incredible organization: The Penny’s Purpose.
Aaliyah Lizak, Lifestyles Digital Director
January 7, 2022
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Rivalry Alehouse restaurant in downtown Antioch.

New dining options in Antioch

New restaurants are taking Antioch by storm, and people are loving the new additions.
Charlie Hulting, Tom Tom Staff
November 12, 2021
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Antioch Traveling Closet helps community members in need

Antioch Traveling Closet helps community members in need

Lisa Fisher, the founder of Antioch Traveling Closet, has an inspiring story on the creation of her organization and continues to help others.
Bella Bussone, Tom Tom Staff
November 10, 2021
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I was humbled by the whole experience. William Zambole accepts Impact Influence Award from US Navy Commander Matthew B. Roy.

US Navy honors Antioch Community High School teacher

Teacher William Zambole received the Impact Influence Award from the Navy during the pep assembly on Friday, August 20.
Megan Harding, Tom Tom Staff
August 25, 2021
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Local Antioch resident, business owner and attorney elected as Antioch Mayor.

Antioch Elects Scott Gartner to be the Next Mayor

After his landslide victory over incumbent Mayor Larry Hanson, Mayor-Elect Scott Gartner shares his hopes for his next four years as mayor.
Julia Galway, Tom Tom Staff
April 21, 2021
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The Hiram Buttrick Sawmill was originally built in 1839. Today, a replica stands a few hundred feet away from the mill’s original location.

Early Antioch: An Abridged History

The early history of Antioch is all but well known, though it serves as a point of interest in the discussion of the ACHS logo.
Jacob Slabosz, Lifestyles Online Director
April 12, 2021
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Vocabulary References for “Once a Sequoit, Always a Sequoit?”

Vocabulary References for “Once a Sequoit, Always a Sequoit?”

As you read through our package of stories “Once a Sequoit, Always a Sequoit?", some of the frequently-used vocabulary words may cause confusion or may be words you have not heard before; these definitions will aid any confusion or questions that you may have while reading.
Izana Nordhaus, Visual Director
February 19, 2021
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Once a Sequoit, Always a Sequoit?

“Once a Sequoit, Always a Sequoit”?

After the possibility of a mascot and logo change at ACHS, many individuals have been left questioning many aspects of the scenario.
Jacob Slabosz and Izana Nordhaus
February 12, 2021
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There has been controversy around whether or not the arrow and feathers in Antiochs current logo is offensive to the Native American community.

ACHS Faces Controversy Over Possible Change of Mascot and Logo

After an email was sent to students and faculty regarding the possibility of changing the school’s mascot and logo due to its Native American imagery, the community has become very vocal with opinions on the matter.
Jacob Slabosz, Lifestyles Online Director
February 12, 2021
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