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Fall Festivities
Whether you’re grabbing pumpkins at Howell’s, getting scared at Sleepy Hollow, or sipping on a pumpkin cream chai from Starbucks, fall has something for everyone to enjoy. Apple picking is a perfect way to get into the fall spirit. You can visit places like Iowa Orchard in Urbandale or Center…
The Warrior Culture
Culture: the customs, arts, social institutions, and achievements of a particular nation, people, or other social group. So what does culture mean in sports? Waukee Warrior athletics has a special culture throughout all the teams. From the way the game is played to the identity and behaviors, sometimes it’s not…
Public Speaking? For Fun?
A look into Waukee High School’s Speech Team.
Making Learning Easy
When deciding which classes to sign up for, many factors go in. You might think about the content of the class, the amount of credits, and what the teachers are like. But what actually goes into making a class enjoyable? And what can teachers and students do to make it…
Crumbl Cookies Controversy
Are the social media famous Crumbl cookies truly worth the hype? Crumbl first opened in West Des Moines in 2023 but became TikTok famous in 2024 because of all of the video reviews. Crumbl sells over a million cookies a day, and makesover a billion dollars in annual…
How Club Sports are Beneficial to School Sports
Many student-athletes are also balancing club sports. Club sports play a beneficial role in those who do school activities. However, it may be hard to balance both club and school sports, as they both go hand in hand with one another. Club sports show how much more improvement you can…
WHS Launches Senior Workshop to Guide Graduating Class
WHS's new "Senior Workshop" prepares 2025 graduates for their futures.
Recent Iowa Book Banning Law Put Back Into Place
Book banning has always been a very controversial topic. Many people believe it to have no place in our school system but others disagree. Back in May of 2023, a law was passed in Iowa leading to the banning of several books. However, due to the controversy of such a…
Battle of the Bills
Exploring Playbill’s history as they celebrate their 140th anniversary with special edition Playbills.
Thanksgiving: More Than Just a Meal
Thanksgiving is a cherished holiday that brings families together to celebrate the traditions of gratitude, sharing meals, and creating lasting memories. As the leaves turn vibrant shades of orange and gold, and the air carries the crisp scent of autumn, Thanksgiving approaches a time when families gather to celebrate gratitude,…