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West Side Story

The student news source of Iowa City West High

West Side Story

The student news source of Iowa City West High

West Side Story

Megan Boehme shows Eva Ortega Lopez '26 how to do a basic crochet stitch.

West High’s new crochet club

Evelyn Kraber and Anna Greenlee October 30, 2023

One of the clubs that's been added to West High's repertoire this year is the crochet club. It all started when Amelia Douglas ’24 discovered that Spanish teacher Megan Boehme shared her love for crochet....

For ages, the mindset of sex = bad has been drilled into our heads. But to the media, it's art. Who's to say is right?

Rated X

Nicole Lee, Opinion Editor October 29, 2023

What’s really disturbing is the fact that I once had to sit through "American Psycho" with my father on the couch next to me and act like I didn’t see Christian Bale stark naked and flexing in...

Jordan Peele's films include "Get Out," "Us" and "Nope."

Jordan Peele and his masterpiece trio

Haneen Eltyeb, Video Co-Editor October 27, 2023

Who is Jordan Peele?  Comedian, actor and filmmaker who is best known for his remarkable contributions to the psychological horror genre. Peele initially began a career in sketch comedy before delving...

Store-bought Halloween costumes can make costs soar, so this year, turn to your own wardrobe to create a stellar costume!

Budget Halloween costumes

Josephine Schwartz and Vera Tanas October 27, 2023

Are you having trouble finding a costume for Halloween? Something cute, not overdone and easy on the wallet? Down below is a list of 6 easy-to-pull-off costumes and step-by-step instructions on how to...

The band marches onto the field for the half-time show.

Sounds of the Stadium roundup

Joe Corlette, Podcast Editor October 26, 2023

Every year, West High's marching band goes out onto the home field of the Trojans to perform “Tribute to Troy” and the Trojan Fight Song, in addition to some of the latest hits of the year as well...

Student teacher Rishi Wagle conducts Treble and Base Choirs as they perform the first song of the evening.

West Choirs perform first concerts of the year

Zaira Ahmad, Print Editor-in-Chief October 24, 2023

West Choirs students had the opportunity to perform at the University of Iowa Voxman Music Building Oct. 10. West Singers sang "Stomp On the Fire" and "Down by the Riverside" while Virtuosa sang "Dance"...

42 West students were selected to perform in the IHSMA All-State Festival Oct. 21 at auditions at Washington High School.

42 West musicians selected at All-State auditions

Anna Song, Print Design Editor October 23, 2023

Over 80 West High orchestra, band and choir students traveled to Washington High School for All-State auditions on Oct. 21. After a stressful day of auditions and recalls, 42 West High musicians were accepted...

Coming up at West High presented by Film Club are "Sound of Metal" and "Pan's Labyrinth".

Film Club presents…

Jules Keranen, Entertainment Editor October 18, 2023

Located every other week in the Little Theater, Film Club presents a different movie with varying themes, plots and messages. The goal is to expand West High’s film literacy and bring an appreciation...

Q&A with Cadenza's 2023-24 executive board

Q&A with Cadenza’s 2023-24 executive board

Jessie Li, Print Copy Editor October 12, 2023

West Side Story: What is your musical background? Tina Hong '25: So I started playing violin when I was seven, I think. And I've just like, been playing.  WSS: How did you get involved in Cadenza?  T.H.:...

In this issue of the Radish, WSS discusses Trump's indictments, new school policies, the first Republican Primary and Spirit Week at West.

The Radish

Mrudani Ramkumar, Print Managing Editor October 10, 2023

Not enough indictments On Aug. 14, former President Donald Trump was indicted on felony charges related to attempts to overturn the 2020 presidential election results in Georgia. His terrible tweets have...

Fall treats and eats

Fall treats and eats

Ginger McCartney, Artist, Designer October 6, 2023

Caramel Sauce Ingredients ½ cup white sugar 2 tablespoons water 6 tablespoons heavy cream 1 tablespoon butter Some vanilla (optional) Generous pinch of salt Steps Add together the sugar...

Both Taste of China and Luna's Tacos have found family and community through their businesses.

Recipe to success

Josephine Schwartz and Yaya Orszula October 5, 2023

Taste of community Jane Lam ’24, is more familiar with Taste of China than nearly anyone else, with her parents owning the East Side location and her uncle owning the Coralville location. Both locations...

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