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Fast Fashion: A Deadly Trend
Fast fashion has always been in the industry since the early 1990s and with phones, ordering online has made it much easier to purchase. Students share their views on the impact it has made in the fashion industry. Addyson Gunn, a sophomore, said, “I like how Shein delivers fast.” Both…
Track Season Preview
As February is coming to a close and March is starting up that means one big thing: Track season. After a big offseason for a lot of the runners and throwers, everyone is so excited to show the hard work that has been put in the past couple months. This…
Ways to Cope with Stress
As finals come around and everyone’s stress levels start to rise, here are some ways to cope with your stress. The reason learning how to cope with stress is essential is because it can help your mental, emotional, and social health, as well as improve your actual academic performance. Letting…
All About Ramadan
What is Ramadan? Ramadan is one of the most significant months in the Islamic calendar, observed by millions of Muslims. It’s not just about fasting; it’s a time for growth of the religion, community, and deep reflection. Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and is considered the…
Balancing Schoolwork and Extracurricular Activities
What does your daily schedule look like? For many student-athletes, balancing school, sports, and social time can be overwhelming. Sophomore gymnast Arwen Grill-Kunej’s schedule is a prime example. She attends school, leaves before her classmates are halfway through the day, then practices late. Many student-athletes, like Arwen, have packed schedules,…
I Love You 3000
Have you seen a trailer for a Marvel movie and thought, “I want to watch them, but I don’t know where to start.”
WHS eSports Attends Winter State Finals
What the team accomplished over the winter season, and how the team is preparing for the spring season.
The End of a Great Season
The show choir season has come to an end. The high school has two show choirs, Spirit and Millennium, who start learning their shows in late July and end their year performing at home for parents and friends in early March. The teams travel together to all of their competitions.
Soccer Season is Coming
The 2024 soccer season for the Waukee girls was very successful. The girls made it to state for the first time since the split by beating Johston 1-0 in the final substate game. In an upsetting loss to Ankeny in the quarterfinals of state, the team’s journey ended there but…
Marvel Rivals: How Will Players Adapt to the New Changes of Update 1.5 and What’s to Come for 2.0
Marvel Rivals is a team-based player vs. player online game developed and published by NetEase Games in collaboration with Marvel Games. The popular game was released on December 6th, 2024 and has continued to grow. The game includes five main modes such as Convoy, Domination, Convergence, Conquest, and Doom Match.