As the school year wraps up, West High students voted for peers who stood out in their fields. Whether it’s dominating a debate competition, crossing the finish line first, or pushing artistic boundaries,...

Point. Pose. Focus. Flash. With the help of a 20-year-old compact digital camera, the perfect Instagram photo dump is crafted. Although cell phones fitted with advanced cameras frequent the pockets of...

Every year, we set aside one day to remember those who gave their lives for our nation. That day, Memorial Day, is more than just a day off from school or work — it’s a day to honor and celebrate the...

I’m going to be late. The car accelerates faster and faster — 10, 15, 20 over. Engine roaring, thoughts racing and music blaring, the driver’s mind is focused on one thing: getting there on time....

To celebrate the WSS staff members who are graduating this year, WSS staff members voted for what each senior is most likely to do in the future.

For four West High staff members, the 2024-25 school year marked the end of their time at West. Donnie Binegar has worked as a custodian at West for the past 35 years, working hard to make West shine....

Traci Burns, West High English teacher, has not always had it easy. While in college at the University of Iowa, she was diagnosed with Bell's palsy and Ramsay Hunt syndrome, causing her to drop out of...

As the end of the school year nears, graduating seniors were recognized for their various achievements from academics to athletics to extracurriculars. Some of the awards received came with scholarships...

Global Food Project is a nonprofit organization housing community gardens, mostly for immigrants and refugees in the Iowa City area. Global Food Project operates at the Johnson County Historic Poor Farm,...