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“New Years resolutions are important because they push people out of their comfort zones, while forcing people to better themselves,” Sinksen said.

New Year, New Me

Alexandria Petersen, Web Editor January 13, 2023

Exercising, being a nicer person, trying new things, these are just a few things students are planning on doing differently this year. New Year's resolutions are an annual tradition that many people, including...

A collage of celebrity baby names. The names ranged from simple to unheard of.

Interesting Infants

Maddox Hauschild, Reporter April 4, 2022

Celebrities have a knack for individuality; to stand out amongst others. The names they come up with for their children are prime examples. Students who keep up with celebrities on social media or other...

A policeman, played by David Beitzel ‘23, reprimands Mercury Theater director Orson Welles, played by Nate Gaghagen ‘22, and tells him to stop broadcasting the story since people are getting hurt. Gaghagen’s character refuses, saying that it isn’t Mercury Theater’s fault if the listeners aren’t able to tell the difference between truth and fiction.

Until the curtains close

Morgan Ware, Reporter December 13, 2021

Bravo! Bravo! Cast and crew from the West High Drama Club recently showed "War of the Worlds: The Panic Broadcast", as their 2021 play.  This play is based on a true story. In 1938, CBS radio broadcasted...

Which club at West is right for you?

Which club at West is right for you?

Morgan Ware, Reporter September 14, 2021

Click HERE to see which club at West is right for you!

Kanye West wearing one of his signature outfits during the release of Donda. In the past, West has been known for his unique style, and this outfit is just another example.

The Debates of Donda

Owen Logsdon and Alec Shipley September 14, 2021

There is no secret that hip hop star Kanye West is one of the most polarizing figures in pop culture today. His questionable presidential campaign last year, and his shocking interruption of Taylor Swift’s...

Take Me Out to the Ball Game

Take Me Out to the Ball Game

Avery Conger, Reporter September 2, 2021

  Our drums are out on the baseball field! The West High Drumline will be playing at the River Bandit’s baseball game on September 12th at 1pm! The band will be selling tickets in order to raise...

One big happy family. West High students perform their final dress rehearsal before their big performance. The Addams Family musical was supposed to be performed last year before it was cancelled due to the pandemic.

Dressed for the part

Luke Loving, Reporter May 21, 2021

The show must go on! The Addams Family Musical is finally here and it’s a must watch performance. Even through all the ups and downs throughout the school year, the theatre program did not disappoint....

Spanish teacher Stephanie Hansen proudly holds her go-to meal of chicken nuggets along with her favorite plant. Hansen explained how she ironically had the chicken nuggets at school as she was sharing with those around her. Not surprising, her care for others is always showing.

Life beyond the classroom

Sarah Bernick, Editor-in-Chief April 26, 2021

Helping with everything they do, teachers are constantly working to provide the best high school education and experience that a student can receive. Staying up late to get grades in or waking up extra...

Life beyond the classroom

Sarah Bernick, Editor-in-Chief April 23, 2021

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What instrument should you play?

Aiden Rushing, Reporter October 30, 2018

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Which West teacher are you?

Emma Day, Marketing Director October 12, 2018

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How would you spend twenty dollars?

Emma Day, Marketing Director October 10, 2018

Imagine you are walking outside and someone hands you twenty dollars. They do not give you any explanation but enforce that you keep it. What would you do with that twenty dollars? There are some many...

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