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Tenth Street Times People of The Year Award Recipients
Northwest students and staff are responsible for some of the best talent in the state of Iowa. This year, our Tenth Street Times People of the Year were selected for their outstanding achievements and leadership in their crafts. We recognize our 2023 recipients as Mr. Jack Daubitz, Staff Member of…
Crumbl vs. Insomnia
Since Crumbl Cookies was founded, many have been debating where to get the best cookies, creating tough competition for its counterpart, Insomnia Cookies. Sophomore Luci Larner stated, “I think the [Insomnia] chocolate chip cookies are a lot gooier, and I like the way that it tastes more.” She also mentioned…
2024 Grammy Predictions
On February 4, 2024, the 66th Annual Grammy Awards will be held. On November 10, 2023, nominations were announced and included numerous talented artists like Taylor Swift, SZA, Olivia Rodrigo, Noah Kahan and more. The Grammy Awards are one of the most outstanding and prestigious awards in the music industry.
Snowglobe Des Moines Shakes Up Traditional Holiday Dining
Exile Brewing Company has transformed its restaurant into Snow Globe DSM, providing the ultimate winter dining experience. Snow Globe is a Christmas-themed bar and brunch experience from November 14th to January 7th in Des Moines. The restaurant is open six days a week, Tuesday through Sunday. The restaurant has lights,…
Best Winter Date Spots
During winter, many couples at Northwest have trouble coming up with fun date ideas because there seems to be little to do during the colder months. Amusement parks are closed, lakes have iced over and ice cream dates run the risk of frostbite. Claire Freeman, a freshman, explained why she…
Opinions Shift on Rachel Zegler
After the release of The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, the media’s opinions on Rachel Zegler changed from her recent controversy in Disney’s live-action Snow White. Rachel Zegler gained media attention from a recent controversy during the filming process of Disney’s live-action Snow White. The actress was…
New Fortnite Season
Fortnite released a transformative update on November 3, 2023, that lured players back to the game by reintroducing a gameplay experience they had almost forgotten. Veterans of the hit game ‘Fortnite’ grabbed their controllers and reinstalled the game, surprised by the new update, which featured the original map and weapons…
What Lacrosse’s Reintroduction into LA 2028 Olympics Means for the Future of the Sport
In October 2023, the International Olympic Committee officially accepted bids from five sporting events to be introduced into the Los Angeles 2028 Summer Olympics. Flag Football, Cricket, Squash and Baseball/Softball. Noticed only four were introduced since five will not be introduced. Rather three were introduced and two reintroduced with one…
Women’s Sports on the Rise
During a time when live television is losing viewership, there is one area that is on the rise: women’s sports. Women’s sports have grown tremendously in the last few years, and their viewership is at an all-time high. Although women’s sports often don’t receive the same amount of attention as…
Minga: Northwest’s New Best Friend
During the advisory lesson on Wednesday, November 15th, Northwest administration released a video introducing the new campus management program, Minga, to staff and students. Looking for some quick clarification on Minga? See the FAQ at the bottom of this article. Minga Basics Minga is intended to keep the Northwest campus…