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Trump has enacted a barrage of policies, primarily via executive orders, in his first month in office. (Creative Commons)
Trump’s First Month In Office Brings Drastic Change and Uncertainty
Kamala Harris gives a speech at one of her rallies.
How Harris Lost: An Analysis
A voting official sorts through envelopes for ballots.
A Blue Dot In a Sea of Red
During classes, students are asked to store their phones in a caddy like the one pictured above. Some students opt to keep their phones in their backpacks.
New Ames High Policy Takes Phones Out of the Classroom
Students gather at the Club Fair to find one that interests them. Leaders encourage students to join their clubs with information trifolds.
The Growing Issue With Clubs at Ames High
An image of The Romero House, which serves Ames residents experiencing poverty of many different forms. The Romero House is part of the broader Catholic Worker movement, and has been active since 2020.
Ames Romero House Brings Support and Community to Those in Need
Trump has enacted a barrage of policies, primarily via executive orders, in his first month in office. (Creative Commons)
Trump’s First Month In Office Brings Drastic Change and Uncertainty
Webster Award Winner Runner-Up: On the Write Track- How Jolie Blackburn Uses Writing to Improve Herself
Dr. Pomerance attends a Freedom Summer Reunion in 2015. Photo Credit: The Keene Sentinel
Webster Award Winner Runner-Up: The Midwesterner Who Went South- How Dr. Carl Pomerance Stood Up for Change in 1964
Webster Award Winner Runner-Up: Esteemed Artist Henry Cullen Illustrates His Story
Ames High cheerleaders performing at Wells Fargo. Photo by Ames High cheer coach.
Ames High 2025 All-State Cheerleaders
Jackson Winkey (left) and Cole Martin (right) are two of the key seniors leaving the program at the end of this year, the two are pictured celebrating Martin's semi-final appearance with Coach Andy Fecht (far right).
Pioneers, Record Breakers, Top Talents, and Stories of Growth Like No Other: The Wrestling Class of 2025
Ames High dance team poses at their annual showcase, held in the Ames gymnasium. Photo Credits to: Luis Rodriguez, Rodspecs Visuals.
It’s Not Just a Sport, It’s a Family
Girls conference tournament. Photo by Adam Atkinson
100 Wins and Counting: Lexa Rozevink Strength, Dedication, and Wrestling Greatness
The Little Cyclone Volleyball team had a great season, winning the regular season Iowa Alliance Conference title. Although their season unfortunately ended after a loss to Valley in their sub-state matchup, the Little Cyclones proved to be a competitive underdog to look out for in coming seasons. (Photo: Tristan Spears)
While the Seniors Depart from the Volleyball Program, They Hope Their Impact Stays Around
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Webster Award Winner: An Honest Review of Duolingo (I’m not scared of you, Duo)
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Do We Need a Better Way to Teach Math?
I Found My High School Problems Reflected in Sylvia Plath
Voting For Our Government: Does Race Matter?
This month our Editor-in-Chief features three of her favorite reads of October in her new reading corner! Created with Canva.
October Reads – Chantal’s Reading Corner
This month our Editor-in-Chief features three of her favorite reads of October in her new reading corner! Created with Canva.
October Reads – Chantal’s Reading Corner
Photos by Hector Vivas, Scott Garfitt, The Brown Daily Herald, and Gustavo Dudamel.
What We’re Listening to: May 2024
Review: Utopia by Travis Scott
Review: Utopia by Travis Scott
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Frank Ocean Delivers Odd Coachella Performance
Review: Did you know that there's a tunnel under Ocean Blvd by Lana Del Rey
Review: Did you know that there’s a tunnel under Ocean Blvd by Lana Del Rey
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What if I Took a Gap Year?

Erin Murphy, Editor, Reporter • December 17, 2020

School. Then college. Work an average 9-5 job with a 2 week vacation time every year. Have a family. Retirement. Then die. Why is this the standard for life?    As a senior in high school who...

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