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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…
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.
A Growing Crisis
The 2024-2025 school year is now in session for every kid in America. Since August 6th there have been 46 school shootings this school year. Gun control has been an issue for over a decade now. Each year the number of school shootings has increased with the highest number so…
Waukee’s Proposed Aquatic Center: Yay or Nay?
Waukee has proposed a new 22,600-square-foot aquatic center (from waukee.org) for the growing Waukee community. Many residents have been traveling to surrounding cities for their pools, and the people of Waukee want to build a 33-million-dollar facility right next to the Sugar Creek Municipal Golf Course with the previously…
New Attendance Law Sparks Controversy
Senate File 2435 redefines truancy and establishes chronic absenteeism
TikTok In Trouble
What will happen next for the top social media app of the year?
Tik Tok in Trouble
What does recent legislation mean for the popular app?
Seniors Get Political
Class of 2024 Prepares to Vote for the First Time
Keeping up with the Israel-Hamas War
Update: Israel Takes Action in Rafah May 8, 2024: On Tuesday, May 7, the border crossing of Rafah was seized by Israeli troops. This occurred after Hamas accepted the Egyptian-Qatari cease-fire proposal, which would have Hamas gradually release hostages while Israel would withdraw its troops, according to PBS. AP News shared more…
Scarlet Letters
AP Psych, school libraries, and classroom discussion are topics under scrutiny across the nation, what do students and staff at Waukee think?