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Wrapping up 2023

As 2023 comes to an end, let’s appreciate all the great moments it held!

by Bayla Boyce  •  Dec 12, 2023
Culture

A Trip to the Jordan House

A deep look into the life of James Jordan, Underground Railroad in Iowa

by Fatimah Williamson  •  Dec 11, 2023
Features

A Tribute to Mr. Patterson

Looking back on the career of a cornerstone of the WHS music department

by Lily Enano  •  Dec 8, 2023
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Impacts of Social Media

Students speak on both the pros and cons of social media.

by Layla Bieghler  •  Dec 5, 2023
Features

A Celebration of Gratitude

As the anticipated Thanksgiving Day approaches, students share some of their all-time favorite memories and traditions.

by paxtonhouangvan  •  Nov 13, 2023
Culture

From Opening Books to Opening Computers

Diving deeper into learning digitally, or from a textbook. Which do you prefer?

by paxtonhouangvan  •  Oct 20, 2023
Features

Under the Lights

Sophomore Players Adapt to Varsity Football

by Tavian White  •  Oct 11, 2023
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When in Rome

Waukee choir performs in cathedrals across Rome, Assisi, Florence, and Venice!

by Noa Nyguard  •  Sep 19, 2023
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The Next Level of Sports

A look into ESports for 2023-24

by Dan Murlaga  •  Sep 19, 2023
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Mona Awad’s Rouge is not your typical fairy tale.

Rouge by Mona Awad is described best as a literary win for all deranged women, one that rises far above the BookTok read that originally catapulted Awad into popularity.

by Madison Thompson  •  Sep 14, 2023