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“GUTS” Album Review
2023 had been called the “year of the Barbie,” and for good reason. Since Barbie’s July release, popular culture has been dominated by Taylor Swift, Beyoncé and TikTok girlhood montages. Perhaps the movie’s cultural significance is due to its fresh take on female power. Barbie’s struggle with constricting ideals of…
Photo Recap: Second Half of Show Choir Season
Waukee Northwest Show Choir had a successful second half of their 2024 season. “EOS”, Northwest’s varsity show choir received Grand Champion with Best Vocals and Choreography at Cedar Rapids Washington Mo-Show on February 10. “Aurora”, Northwest’s JV Group competed in the Varsity division during daytime and received 5th place. They…
Tanning in the Snow
The self-tan trend has been prominent for years, and peaks, particularly in the wintertime, with people who still want that sun-kissed look. There are many different ways to achieve that tanned look many people are striving for. Laying out in the sun is the most common way. Sun tanning uses…
The Downfall of Disney
Disney is not the same joyful company that it once was years ago. Their revenue is down, their streaming platform is failing and their new movies have not been successful. 2023 was one of the worst years ever for the Disney Franchise. Every movie produced during the year seemed to…
Support Black Student Union by Purchasing Candy Grams this Valentine’s Day
Northwest’s Black Student Union plans to raise money by selling Valentine’s candy grams to students. Every year the Black Student Union (BSU) advertises Valentine’s candy grams for students to purchase. Candy grams can be bought and sent to a person of one’s choosing, within Northwest. This creates a fun atmosphere…
Best Rom-com for this Valentines Season
Every year when February rolls around the debate of what is the best Valentine’s Day movie fires up. How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days At the top of the list is the well-known movie How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days. Andie Anderson (Kate Hudson) a magazine…
Warming up Northwest with Drive
Every January, members of the International Club put on a winter warmth drive to help provide necessities for those less fortunate during the winter months. From January 17 to February 16, 2024, students at Northwest are encouraged to bring frequently needed supplies like personal care supplies and non-perishable food items.
Northwest Vocal Music Hosts Second Annual “Northwest Nightfall” Competition
On February 2 and 3, Northwest Vocal Music hosted Nightfall to showcase the works of different show choir groups across Iowa. Middle school groups performed on the first day including groups from Ankeny, Urbandale and Waukee. Northwest middle school and junior high groups were an exhibition and did not compete,…
Golden Globes Previews Oscars Awards Recipients
On January 7, 2024, Beverly Hills hosted the Golden Globes. The top directors, actors and actresses of the year were awarded some of the highest accolades in their field. Some of the awarded categories are Drama Motion Picture, Best TV Series Musical or Comedy, Best Actor in a Motion Picture…
Northwest Fashion
Fashion has always been a way for students to express and present themselves, and Northwest could have a runway for its fashion. Since the ’90s, America has been putting out clothing that stands out from the rest of the world. From baggy clothes to tight and revealing clothing, Americans have…