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Illiana Christian players walk away after meeting with pitcher Brooke Van Der Aa at the mound during a recent game. The Vikings are hoping for a rematch with Chicago Christian in the Class 2A Agricultural Science Regional.

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Illiana Christian's Brooke Van Der Aa and her teammates hope to win a regional. The Vikings missed several games due to the weather and a school rule which does not allow extra-curricular contests during spring break.

High school senior finds helping others is its own reward

Illiana Christian High School senior Ciara Swan was chosen as Lansing Rotary Club’s March Student of the Month for her high grades and participation in Christian Service Club.

Illiana drama students take their show on the road

Illiana Christian High School drama students recently formed a running club and have already participated in their first fundraiser race.

Illiana drama students take their show on the road

LANSING | A group of drama students at Illiana Christian High School are enjoying time off the stage together by forming a running club.

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Illiana Christian center fielder Jessica Bombino dives for a ball against Glenbard South in South's 10-0 win at Illiana in Lansing.

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Illiana Christian's Brooke Van Der Aa pitches against Glenbard South in South's 10-0 win at Illiana in Lansing.

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Glenbard South's Ashton Cattenhead scores a run against Illiana Christian catcher Tatum Oppenhuis in South's 10-0 win at Illiana in Lansing.

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Illiana Christian players walk away after meeting with pitcher Brooke Van Der Aa at the mound as she pitches against Glenbard South in South's 10-0 win at Illiana in Lansing.

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Illiana Christian catcher Tatum Oppenhuis waits for the throw at home while Glenbard South's Ashton Cattenhead scores a run in South's 10-0 win at Illiana in Lansing.

Teen hopes to share stories through theater career

Jon DeVries, 18, is excited to be named 2013 valedictorian at Illiana Christian High School in Lansing.

Top student enjoys sharing her talents with others

Illiana Christian High School student Kayla VanderWall enjoys using her talents to help those in need.

Teen successfully juggles academics, music and more

John Kooyenga’s personable nature and outstanding grades have earned him Student of the Month recognition from the Lansing Rotary Club.

Crete Woman's Club begins scholarship application process

CRETE | The Crete Woman's Club will award $6,000 in scholarships this spring.

Art, language studies interest Lansing teen

Alexa Van Beek, 18, is hoping to forge a successful career as a graphic designer.

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Illiana Christian's Brandon Martin has played well on both ends of the floor for the Vikings.

School newspaper editor likes being in the know

Diamond Stacker, 17, does her best to incorporate sports into her busy life at every turn.

All the world's a stage for Illiana senior

When asked what she wants for her future, Kaeley Osterman replies that she just wants to be on stage.

Senior hopes to combine love of language and technology for career

Munster resident Joseph Kelley is hoping his love of language and technology will propel his career in robotics.

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Illiana Christian fans make noise while Elmwood Park's Eddie Amparan shoots a free throw on Friday. The "Loud Crowd" is an Illiana home basketball game tradition.