Natalie Dunlap, Online Editor-in-Chief
• October 5, 2018
For some students, West’s homecoming is one of the most exciting nights of the year, yet others would like to be as far away from the event as possible. If you fall into the latter party, and would rather...
Kara Wagenknecht, Online Editor-in-Chief, Co-Sports Editor
• October 4, 2018
Six months.
A record-setting swimmer, Lily Ernst had to slow down and do physical therapy for six months straight to help ease a severe pain in her hip.
She started experiencing hip pain early last...
Whether you’ve read the books, watched the movies or have not done either, it is very likely that you’ve heard of the Harry Potter franchise at some point in your life. This year, the series will celebrate...
Kara Wagenknecht, Online Editor-in-Chief, Co-Sports Editor
• September 29, 2018
West began the game against Linn-Mar on Friday, Sept. 28 with a field goal from Josh Jasek '19 in the first quarter. Peter Breitbach '19 and Owen McAreavy '19 added touchdowns making it 17-0...
Kara Wagenknecht, Online Editor-in-Chief, Co-Sports Editor
• September 28, 2018
The West cross country team competed on Thursday, Sept. 27 due to a weather cancelation of their home meet on Tuesday, Sept. 25. Kolby Greiner '19 lead the Trojans with a 16:03 win in the varsity...
HOMECOMING COURT TO ELIMINATE KING AND QUEEN TITLES ALONG WITH KEY GENDER LABELS, INTRODUCE MORE INCLUSIVE ‘HEROES OF TROY’ CANDIDATES
Student Senate has elected to restructure the 2018 West High...
Bess Frerichs, Online Managing and Feature Editor
• September 23, 2018
You’ve probably heard of student council, but have you heard of Orchestra Council? The West High Orchestra Council was created to provide an opportunity for the members of the orchestra to get involved...
West High’s new head cross country coach shares how he became involved with West athletics and his plans for this season.
West High boy's new head cross country coach Josh Kidman may be new to the...
Kara Wagenknecht, Online Editor-in-Chief, Co-Sports Editor
• September 21, 2018
West High School Dance Marathon (WHSDM) held a pep assembly accompanied by the marching band, cheerleaders and dance team on Friday, Sept. 21. WHSDM discussed the annual gold out game being held tonight...
Sidney Kiersch, Online Graphic Designer
• September 20, 2018
The Java House and Heirloom Salad Company
Located just down the street from West, The Java House is a favorite study spot for many Iowa City students. With their quiet and relaxing atmosphere, teens can...
Lily Meng, Online Co-Copy Editor
• September 17, 2018
If you thought Kerri Barnhouse was busy enough being a British Literature Honors, Biblical Literature, grammar teacher and an instructional coach for other teachers, think again. This school year, she...
