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Cyclones Storm to Best Start Since 1938

Iowa State’s football program is currently 7-2, following last weekend’s loss against Kansas on November 9th, which many see as a minor setback after a great start in recent months.  Quarterback Rocco Becht’s team is now fourth in the Big 12 conference. Due to this remarkable success, some fans are…

by Jackson Latta  •  Nov 11, 2024
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Election Anxiety

On November 5, citizens across the United States voted for presidential and local candidates, ending an election season full of stress about the results.   Tensions are high among voters, and even non-voters, about who will be the next President of the United States. This phenomenon has gained significant attention as…

by Krista Giltner  •  Nov 11, 2024
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Fall Blood Drive

On Tuesday, November 5, Northwest High School hosted its annual blood drive in the multipurpose room. The Red Cord Program is an opportunity through LifeServe for graduates to receive at graduation cord once they donate blood three times throughout their high school career. Once the students reach this goal, they…

by Meredith Muller  •  Nov 7, 2024
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Congressional Debate at Northwest

On October 8, Northwest High School hosted a Congressional Debate with Lannon Baccam and Zach Nunn on KCCI Des Moines live television, which selected students got to view. These students got the opportunity to immerse themselves in the political dynamic. The event provided students with valuable insights into the electoral…

by Krista Giltner  •  Nov 5, 2024
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Impact of Media on Zoo Animals

In 2024, many zoos and animal sanctuaries are using social media to educate the public on conservation and wildlife. Still, the internet and media community has an unseen crucial impact on conservation and zoo life behind the scenes.  On many online platforms, cute and funny animals are going viral every…

by Addax Hicks  •  Oct 31, 2024
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Freddy’s Claims a ‘Steak’ in Waukee

Freddy’s recently opened in Waukee on September 28th, making an exciting addition to the Alice’s Road area.  Freddy’s is a popular American Fast-Casual restaurant. They are known for their steakburgers and frozen custard concrete shakes. The new location features an outdoor patio and drive-through service. The restaurant operates at a…

by Jackson Latta  •  Oct 29, 2024
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National Merit Semifinalists

Sixteen Waukee Community School District high school seniors were chosen as National Merit Semifinalists and six were from Northwest High School.  The National Merit Scholarship Program is an academic scholarship competition for seniors who took the PSAT during their junior year of high school. The competition is for recognition and…

by Laurel Richards  •  Oct 28, 2024
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Local Senate Candidates Audio Interview

Listen to the audio recordings of my interviews with Iowa Senator Sarah Trone Garriot and Dallas County Supervisor Mark Hanson. Sarah Trone Garriot Interview: Mark Hanson Interview:…

by Krista Giltner  •  Oct 21, 2024
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Homecoming Proposals

Several Waukee Northwest High School students participated in homecoming proposals, prior to the annual dance on September 21st, to ask significant others and peers to homecoming.  On September 21, 2024, Waukee Northwest High School students celebrated their annual homecoming dance. Following up to the eventful night some students chose to…

by Michael Miner  •  Oct 20, 2024
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Homecoming Game Recap

On Friday, September 20th, 2024, the much anticipated Homecoming game at Waukee Northwest Stadium, against Dowling Catholic High School resulted in a loss with the score of 21- 14. The first quarter started With Waukee Northwest scoring a touchdown and the additional point. But not soon after, Dowling Catholic scored…

by Alivia Linderblood  •  Oct 20, 2024