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4 lesser-known singles to add to your Spotify playlist

4 lesser-known singles to add to your Spotify playlist

Mary Vander Weg, Online Graphic Designer November 14, 2017

“Generous” by Olivia Holt Olivia Holt first came to be known from her roles in Disney channel’s “I Didn’t Do It,” and Disney XD’s “Kickin’ It,” but nowadays she’s traded in the...

Artwork by Angela Zirbes

I am thankful for . . .

Sadie Rhomberg and Natalie Dunlap November 12, 2017

Photos by Sadie Rhomberg and Sean Brown

Trumell Roberts 18 dodges Bettendorfs defensive line on Friday, Nov. 10.

Trojans shut out Bulldogs

The Trojans shut out the Bettendorf Bulldogs to win 23-0. West will return to the state championship game for the second year in a row, where they will face the returning state champions West Des Monies...

Buck takes on a more traditional fall look, with a Ragstock flannel, Target white t-shirt, Charlotte Russe jeans and shoes from Von Maur.

Fashion Friday: Emily Buck ’19

Anjali Huynh, Print Managing Editor, Co-Copy Editor November 10, 2017

As the weather gets colder, many are beginning to venture to local stores to find new apparel to wear. However, it is possible to shop without emptying your wallet. Emily Buck '19 shares how she has...

West High Weekly 11.10.17

November 10, 2017

Theatre West is a-changing

Luke Reynolds, Copy Editor, Anchor, Reporter November 9, 2017

Students, parents, family friends and ICCSD administrators fill the Arganbright Auditorium to see the two yearly productions put on by Theatre West. Whether the winter drama or the spring musical, there’s...

Would You Rather Questions, Answered Rapid Fire

Mason Wang, Broadcast Copy Editor November 8, 2017

Students and staff from West High answer more "Would You Rather" questions. For the first in this series, click here.  

Finals week is a stressful time for all of us and it is quickly arriving. Use these helpful tips to crush your tests!

How to: study for finals

Sadie Rhomberg, Reporter November 6, 2017

More study tips: here.

A protester waves a flag symbolizing LGBTQ support during the Womens March on Chicago.

The rainbow throughout time

Ting Gao, Reporter November 5, 2017

It isn’t surprising that people often don’t know queer history. Queer people, after all, have historically been a marginalized community in the US. It’s only been more recently that the existence...

Chris Mott 18 and Jason Strunk 19 hug Caden Fedeler 18 after Fedeler recovered a fumble for the Trojans on Friday, Nov. 3.

Trojans advance to the semifinal round

West rematched Cedar Falls after West narrowly defeated Cedar Falls 32-31 in overtime on Friday, Sep. 8. The Trojans defeated Cedar Falls 27-9 on Friday, Nov. 3 and will head to the semifinal round on...

Many different acts showed off their culture and skills at the SSIKED Diversity Dinner.

SSIKED hosts annual Diversity Dinner

Eman Elsheikh, Videographer November 5, 2017

SSIKED is West High's student-led organization designed to encourage academic success and promote diversity. On Thursday, Nov. 2, they hosted their annual Diversity Dinner. Families were encouraged...

What kind of candy are you?

What kind of candy are you?

Kristina Rosebrook, Online and Broadcast Entertainment Editor November 4, 2017

Here is another quiz if you have been wondering who your celebrity valentine could be, or what gift you should get your valentine when the holiday comes around: A quiz-tacular Valentine’s Day

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