Mercy High School ~ Farmington Hills, Michigan

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Mercy High School ~ Farmington Hills, Michigan

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Mercy High School ~ Farmington Hills, Michigan

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Beauty in competition

Beauty in competition

Alyssa Johnston, Junior Staff Reporter
October 17, 2017
Junior year I completed an intense Link Leader application process, and was one of 44 girls who were selected out of a pool of 111, giving me the opportunity to lead the Pink Crew. (Photo Credit: Mercy Link Crew)

A letter to Mercy freshwomen

Emma Tomsich, Editor-in-Chief
August 29, 2017
Winter is brutal, especially winters here in Michigan. When the dreary winter finally ends, the beautiful season of spring arrives, and with that means different things to different people. Rebirth, more energy, and more motivation are some things that may come to mind. To many Americans and myself, however, the first thing that comes to mind is cleaning. Spring is the glorious season of the year when about 60 percent of Americans undergo some sort of makeover or spring cleaning, according to SWNS Digital. Anything from a simple manicure or pedicure to scrubbing the entire house occurs among that 60 percent of spring cleaners. The warmer weather that spring brings is a definite motivator to crack open some windows and the cleaning supplies after being cooped up for a long winter. All throughout the winter, houses are shut and sealed up to protect from the cold, but they also become a home to bacteria. Carpet especially contains mold spores, dust mites, pollen, and many other types of bacteria after the bitter winter season. It is crucial to reduce allergens and bacteria in order to promote a clean, healthy lifestyle, which is why spring cleaning is so important. It may seem like only parents are responsible for cleaning out the house, or at least parts of it each spring, but something even as simple as running a disinfectant wipe over that dusty desk in your room can improve health and cleanliness in your environment. Spring cleaning is not only good for physical health, but mental health as well. Having a fresh, clean home and belongings makes one feel better about themselves and exert more confidence. It gives people a sense of pride and accomplishment and the warmer weather is there to top it all off. Although cleaning is not the most fun to do during free time, listening to music and taking frequent breaks can make it more bearable. Dusting and vacuuming the house as a family also promotes family bonding and togetherness, a positive added bonus of clearing the dust and dirt from the house. Spring cleaning is a tradition for some, and a habit for others, myself included. It is a very beneficial activity for a person's overall health and wellness, even if not much cleaning actually is done. (Photo Credit: Caitlin Jefferson)

Springing into cleanliness

Caitlin Jefferson, Staff Reporter
April 10, 2017
Link Crew positively affects the lives of everyone that encounters it, and it will only continue to make a difference in the halls of Mercy as years go by. (Photo Credit: Trish Brown)

A bittersweet ending

Sydney Hughes, Design Editor
April 1, 2017
Harvard University estimates that 1 billion people globally are low in vitamin D. Because humans produce vitamin D primarily by absorbing the sun’s UVB rays, the easiest and simplest way to increase vitamin D levels is by getting outside. (Photo Credit: Brooklyn Rue)

Go outside

Brooklyn Rue, Editor-in-Chief
March 26, 2017
The fifth anniversary of Trayvon Martin’s death and a struggling justice system

The fifth anniversary of Trayvon Martin’s death and a struggling justice system

Jasmine Williams, New Media and Promotions Editor
February 28, 2017
Why your GPA doesn’t define you

Why your GPA doesn’t define you

Libby Miodonski, Staff Reporter
January 27, 2017
The holidays are a joyful time for everyone, but it’s important to recognize the true meaning of Christmas behind the tempting gifts and decorations. (Photo Credit: Sydney Hughes)

Has Christmas lost its meaning?

Sydney Hughes, Design Editor
January 8, 2017
“Moana” follows the chief’s daughter in her quest to find Maui, the stolen heart of her crumbling island, and her own true destiny. (Photo Credit: Disney via DwayneJohnson/Twitter)

Exploring within in “Moana”

Megan Hutter, Staff Reporter
December 13, 2016
Many people across the nation may struggle with weight gain during the holidays, but with the right action plan, it is simple to avoid. (Photo Credit: Sydney Hughes)

Just one more bite

Sydney Hughes, Design Editor
November 29, 2016
Shoppers crowd every inch of a store while searching top to bottom for the best deals and perfect Christmas gifts. (Photo Credit: Creative Commons Flickr)

Give thanks before hitting the mall

Caitlin Jefferson, Staff Reporter
November 22, 2016

Mercy girls react to the 2016 presidential election

Shannon Seabolt, Staff Reporter
November 21, 2016
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