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The Student News Site of University of Chicago Laboratory High School

U-High Midway
The Student News Site of University of Chicago Laboratory High School

U-High Midway
Lori Petrie, bookseller at 57th St. Books, enjoys her job and interacts with customers. She loves the comfort of the bookstore and brings warmth to all who walk in.

Brightening bookstores: Lori Petrie

Sahana Unni, Editor-in-Chief
February 23, 2024
Illyria Grezda, a barber at University Hair Stylists, has established connections with a wide variety of continuous customers, their ages spanning from 5 to 70, and even greater. With each one, Mr. Grezda has developed a connection.

Barber and immigrant Ilirian Grezda enjoys salon atmosphere

Zara Siddique, Sports & Leisure Editor
February 23, 2024
Lindiwe Jackson picks up one of the three children of the host family she cares for from tutoring outside Blaine Hall. While she can travel on the weekends and explore Chicago, Ms. Jackson ensures to prioritize her au pair responsibilities.

A little different from the movies: Lindiwe Jackson

Audrey Park, Editor-In-Chief
February 23, 2024
SPREADING SMILES. Sajal Patel, owner of the Subway on 59th Street, is always eager to put a smile on new and returning customers. She converses with a customer asking about their personal life while making their sandwiches, bringing a smile on their face.

Subway smiles: Sajal Patel

Kabir Joshi, Assistant Editor
February 23, 2024
MAKING MUSIC. Improv musician Bethany Pickens continues her family’s traditions. She proudly watches over her parents’ honorary street, Irma and Willie Pickens Way.

Hyde Park History: Bethany Pickens

Haley Maharry, Reporter
February 22, 2024
STYLING WITH HEART. Esther Adewole blends her bright personality with skilled hairstyling to create a welcoming atmosphere. Originally from Nigeria, Adewole pursued beauty school over nursing, transforming her career into a passion for hairdressing and genuine client interactions.

Warmth and Style: Esther Adewole

Edward Park, Assistant Editor
February 22, 2024
CLIPPER COMMITMENT. Quintin Chothem creates relationships with his clients, making sure they have the best experience possible. Outside of the barbershop, Mr. Chotem enjoys engaging with his community with service.

Beloved barber: Quintin Chothem

Milo Platz-Walker, Reporter
February 21, 2024
CONNECTING THE COMMUNITY. Local tennis coach Tyron Mason interacts with the Kenwood community as he coaches. He builds relationships with his students along with the neighborhood, becoming a well-known figure in the area.

Coaching with care: Tyrone Mason

Jaya Alenghat, City Life Editor
February 20, 2024
Eric Williams, the owner of Hyde Park’s “Silver Room,” embodies the vibrant community spirit that defines his store. He considers his relationships with the people he interacts with in the space to be the most valuable part of running it. Mr. Williams is now a sucessful buisness owner, his success steming from his hard work.

Boiled Eggs to Business: Eric Williams

Light Dohrn, Assistant Editor
February 20, 2024
A COMMUNITY ESSENTIAL. Phil Raoul is the owner of Hyde Park’s Foreign Car Hospital, a hidden auto-repair shop that is at the heart of the community. Mr. Raoul loves his connections with clients, but his favorite part of the job is the repair itself.

Repair with care: Phillip Raoul

Clare McRoberts, Features Editor
February 20, 2024
A RAW WORKSHOP. Ki and Yang Kim have owned and operated Vogue Cleaners since its opening in 1995, serving an array of Hyde Parkers and students alike. Despite meeting through an arranged marriage, their time together has only strengthened their bond as they work alongside each other day after day.

Sewn together: Ki Kim and Yang Kim

Skye Freeman, Audience Engagement Manager
February 19, 2024
The Lab community experienced two school closure days in the last week: for expected snow on Jan. 12 and for extreme cold on Jan. 16.

School closures for snow and cold prompt mix of relaxation, inconvenience

Audrey Park, Editor-in-Chief
January 18, 2024
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