The official site of the Torch, the student-run newspaper at Glenbrook North High School.

Torch
The official site of the Torch, the student-run newspaper at Glenbrook North High School.

Torch
The official site of the Torch, the student-run newspaper at Glenbrook North High School.

Torch

Lexi Tarter, Lifestyle Editor

Lexi Tarter (‘24) is a Lifestyle Editor and has been a member of Torch since her sophomore year. Previous positions: Staff Writer (21-22), Lifestyle Editor (22-23).

All content by Lexi Tarter
Sun exposure can result in long-term complications, like melanoma and wrinkled skin. In the short term, sun exposure when the UV index is high can cause blistering and dehydration if proper protection is not used.

Tanning’s toll on health

Nicole Rogoff and Lexi Tarter
May 25, 2024
From students to social studies staff

From students to social studies staff

Ellie Erlich, Lexi Tarter, and Euben Ko
February 24, 2024

Village to tax single-use bags starting in 2024

Lexi Tarter, Lifestyle Editor
December 23, 2023

Take your chances

Emma Silshtut and Lexi Tarter
November 11, 2023
Different variations of Barbie dolls are displayed on the shelves of Target in Glenview. The first Barbie doll was released in 1959, and as its popularity has grown, Mattel has released various new dolls. Photo by Lexi Tarter

The her-story of ‘Barbie’

Lexi Tarter, Lifestyle Editor
October 7, 2023
Upcoming events in the community

Upcoming events in the community

Klara Walny, Lexi Tarter, Karsten Konstant, and Misha Maryan
May 19, 2023

Once upon a dream

Kaylie Adelman and Lexi Tarter
February 18, 2023
Musicians who make discriminatory comments should not continue to be supported by listeners. As consumers, we must hold artists accountable for their actions by not buying their merchandise or not listening to their music. Graphic by Maribelle Lee

Don’t separate the art and the artist

Lexi Tarter, Lifestyle Editor
December 17, 2022
Taylor Swift’s “Midnights” has a more mature, distinct sound not heard in her previous works. “Midnights” explores Swift’s past lovers, friendships and insecurities through emotional bridges and captivating choruses.

[Photo] Swift’s ‘Midnights’ is a delight

Micah Shulman, News Editor
December 17, 2022
In the last 100 meters in the varsity 3-mile race, junior John Ihrke (right) outruns his competitor at the conference meet on Oct. 15. Ihrke finished seventh with a time of 15:38. Photo by Jiya Sheth.

Boys cross country finishes season

Marissa Fernandez and Lexi Tarter
November 5, 2022
Chewing gum can pose positive and negative effects on a person's health. While gum containing sugar can damage teeth, gum containing xylitol, a natural sweetener, can help prevent cavities.

Bursting the bubble on chewing gum

Faith Sharpe and Lexi Tarter
October 1, 2022
In a duet practice, freshman Emma Kattookaran (left) practices Bollywood dancing. Kattookaran, a member of Nazaare North, was practicing for her upcoming performance at Soorya Dance, an Indian dance and music school.

Dance group displays Indian culture

Claire Satkiewicz and Lexi Tarter
April 9, 2022

Taiwanese education compared to American classroom

Lexi Tarter, Staff Writer
February 18, 2022
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