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Alexander Yatess dystopian-horror novel focuses on a society torn apart by a disease called wickedness.

Book review: “How We Became Wicked” is suspenseful and engrossing

Edward Keen, Arts Editor October 1, 2019

In the literary field, the dystopian genre has seen a massive surge in popularity within the last two decades. With its swash of science fiction, fantasy and occasional contemporary facets, it’s not...

Banned Book Week display in the Iowa City West High library.

Banned book week

Renee Gould, Opinion Editor September 26, 2019

The library here at West High is celebrating banned or challenged books by putting up a display with various books that have been banned. This list includes books such as “To Kill A Mockingbird” by...

Renee Gould standing in front of a book shelf in the Iowa City West High library.

“Doxology,” the stifled voice of a quirky author

Renee Gould, Opinion Editor September 25, 2019

There is something horrifically compelling about a story focused around 9/11. It both entices as every experience is different, and is similar to the old adage; 'so horrible you can't look away'. The events...

The new logo for the new FilmScene location in Iowa City.

The stunning new FilmScene theater opens

Jack Harris, Online Copy Editor and Arts Editor September 23, 2019

This article has been updated to better portray the renovations taking place at the Englert. Strengthen. Grow. Evolve. These are the words that FilmScene and the Englert used to describe their vision...

Alexis Dick 21 shares her thoughts on Internment by Samira Ahmed.

Book review: “Internment” is packed with powerful emotion

Alexis Dick, Reporter September 21, 2019

Charged with emotion, powerful characters and courageous rebellion, “Internment” is a captivating book. The novel tells a story about what would happen if internment camps, like the ones used in World...

Cover art for Loki: Where Mischief Lies, a tale of how Loki came to become the God of Mischief.

“Loki: Where Mischief Lies” is a brilliant examination of the famed character

Edward Keen, Arts Editor September 18, 2019

Loki: the God of Mischief, Prince of the kingdom of Asgard, adopted brother of Thor, the wronged son of the devious Frost Giants. His tales of plunder, adventure, and roguery have always been a shining...

Endless staircase showing the main character, Jack King, and the stairs he keeps showing up on throughout Opposite of Always by Justin A. Reynolds.

“Opposite of Always”, the book you will remember years after reading

Renee Gould, Opinion Editor September 12, 2019

  I knew I’d remember some words from this book when the female love interest, Kate, made up the word ‘craugh’ which means crying and laughing at the same time. It immediately became one...

The Iowa City Farmers Market was first established in 1972. After 47 years the market has grown from just 13 vendors to 80.

The magic of the market

Jack Harris, Online Copy Editor and Arts Editor September 12, 2019

Mornings in the midwest are often cold and crisp, with a sharpness to the air. Saturdays provide a feeling of happiness and peace as a calming break from reality. The Iowa City Farmers Market combines...

Iowa Citys hidden treasures

Iowa City’s hidden treasures

Sara Baroncini, Yearbook People Co-Editor September 10, 2019

Iowa City can feel like a small town, but from a business standpoint there are over 200 shops, restaurants and cafes in the area. Amongst these places, a few hidden gems are scattered throughout the Iowa...

Alexis Dick 21 compares classic Disney movies to their new live-action remakes.

Disney’s remake spree

Alexis Dick, Reporter September 9, 2019

As Disney live-action remakes continue to appear in theaters, some fans have wondered if these films really measure up to their animated originals. Many of the more recent movies have sparked discussion...

Reflections of art and culture are defining features in Williamsons creative and stylish fashion choices.

Fashion Friday: Bodie Williamson ´22

Paras Bassuk, Photographer September 6, 2019

By experimenting with color and aesthetic themes, Bodie Williamson '22 has developed a style focused on simplicity and artistic expression. "To me, fashion is really cool because it is a unique...

Summer 2019 was full of major turnabouts in the film industry.

Summer 2019 in film: a recap

Edward Keen, Arts Editor September 4, 2019

Last May, I predicted this summer to be a hectic season in the film industry, and such a prediction was correct. Aside from the vast and varied handful of movies that studios released in this period, a...

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