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  • 12/17: Girls basketball vs. Wahlert Catholic
  • 12/17: Boys basketball @ Wahlert Catholic
  • 12/17: Boys swimming @ Linn-Mar
  • 12/17: Band concert in Arganbright Auditorium
  • 12/18: Pink out day
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New: Online crossword puzzle

Ting Gao, Reporter October 17, 2017

If you’re looking for something to do on a cold autumn night while you’re snuggling up with your sweater and pumpkin-spice whatever, look no further than this crossword puzzle! Just click here to fill...

Football celebrates senior night

Football celebrates senior night

Kara Wagenknecht and Sean Brown October 16, 2017

On Friday, Oct. 13, the Trojans defeated Linn-Mar 42-7, as they continue their winning streak. On the same night, previously No. 1 Dowling Catholic fell to Ankeny Centennial, moving the Trojans up to hold...

All that jazz

Anna Brown, Print Co-Copy Editor October 16, 2017

He picks up the instrument, aligning his fingers on the keys, and steadily blows to produce a rich sound. After listening carefully to the pitch, he meticulously adjusts the mouthpiece to tune. Ethan Buck...

WSS celebrates the 11th year of their wedding tradition

Luke Reynolds, Copy Editor, Anchor, Reporter October 14, 2017

If you stepped into the newsroom on Oct. 5, you might've noticed the string of fairy lights hung over the SMART Board or the white cloth bulbs hung up amidst all the Halloween decorations. Maybe you also...

West High Weekly 10.13.17

October 13, 2017

This week's West High Weekly features Carpool Karaoke with Dr. Shoultz, Mr. DeVries, and Mr. Henderson. Our sports special includes a hype video for the upcoming game.

Peyton Hayes' father, Darrin Hayes, addresses the audience.

A hero lives on

Anjali Huynh, Print Managing Editor, Co-Copy Editor October 12, 2017

Although Peyton Hayes’ big smile and undying optimism no longer brighten the hallways of West High, his legacy continues to thrive within the school community. Peyton passed away on Sept. 21,...

Post race, Bailey Nock '18 is interviewed by KCRG for placing first at the Cedar Rapids Invite at Noelridge Park on Sept. 7.

Running the state

Ellie Gretter and Ken Wilbur October 11, 2017

WSS: Why did you decide to start running? BN: Because my dad was a runner and he encouraged me to try it because I’ve always been very energetic. I was a wild child, I would just be running everywhere...

Peter Breitbach '19 congratulates Lucas Karwal '18 after Karwal recovered an onside kick for the Trojans on Friday, Oct. 6.

Football wins gold out

Kara Wagenknecht and October 10, 2017

West High School Dance Marathon (WHSDM) hosted the football game on Friday, Oct. 6. Balloons were sold to raise awareness for childhood cancer, as kid captain Lucy Roth was introduced before the game....

How to: survive high school

Luke Reynolds, Copy Editor, Anchor, Reporter October 10, 2017

Let’s face it: the first year of high school is rough. You can’t fit anything in your shoebox-sized locker. The lunch line is crowded and you can never find a good spot unless you cut (which is illegal)....

Hitting all the right notes

Luke Reynolds, Copy Editor, Anchor, Reporter October 10, 2017

Beloved former West High choir teacher Jeff Knutson may now be in Waukee, but that doesn’t mean you should mistrust the man who has filled in his position. Luigi Enriquez, a recent graduate of Luther...

From Trojans to Bolts

Eman Elsheikh, Videographer October 10, 2017

On Aug. 23rd, Liberty High opened up its doors to 754 students eager to start the year at a brand-new school. Many of Liberty’s students and faculty came from West High, including principal Scott Kibby....

Leslie Odom Jr. sings "Hamilton" song, "The Room Where it Happens" on stage during his concert.

Leslie Odom Jr. performs at Hancher

Maddi Shinall and Anjali Huynh October 6, 2017

Leslie Odom Jr. returned to Iowa City to perform in a free concert at Hancher on Sunday, Oct. 1.  The concert took place on Hancher's lawn as a part of their 45th anniversary season. Following...

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