Stories by Tanner Lehtinen

Culture

Why Christmas Music is Lackluster and Has Lost its Flair

The Christmas spirit has remained powerful for centuries in American pop culture, captivating listeners with songs about Christmas and other various wintertime festivities. But honestly, it’s grown stale. The “Queen” of Christmas, Mariah Carey, only rose to number 10 in the billboard top 100 for “All I Want For Christmas…

by Tanner Lehtinen  •  Dec 12, 2024
Features

Nunn vs. Baccam in 3rd U.S Congressional Debate

A review of the debate between the 2 candidates for the U.S. House of Representatives, leading to important insight on the 2024 election.

by Tanner Lehtinen  •  Oct 23, 2024
Features

A Town of Purple and Gold

An exciting recap of Friday’s Waukee vs Northwest game.

by Tanner Lehtinen  •  Sep 11, 2024
News

Age of Protest

Conflict in France boils over into riots, French President at focal point

by Tanner Lehtinen  •  May 9, 2023
Sports

The Good, The Bad, and The Meh

A look into a review of the 1st round of the NFL draft

by Tanner Lehtinen  •  May 1, 2023
Trending

Chess Moves into Popularity

Chess checkmates schools around the Des Moines Metro

by Tanner Lehtinen  •  Mar 23, 2023
News

Iowa Added to List of States Debating ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Bills

Iowa bill has potential to affect thousands of students

by Tanner Lehtinen  •  Feb 13, 2023
Trending

Disaster In Türkiye

Thousands of Turkish, Syrian citizens affected by the disastrous earthquakes

by Tanner Lehtinen  •  Feb 9, 2023
WHS

A Look into Starstruck 2023

A glance into the world of show and jazz choir

by Tanner Lehtinen  •  Jan 17, 2023
Sports

College Football Playoffs

A recap of the semi-finals and what to expect during the championship

by Tanner Lehtinen  •  Jan 4, 2023