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Junior Hayden Carlson warms up before the game.
Ankeny Hawks upset Valley in overtime battle
Ava Gifford and Levi Foster October 20, 2024

On Friday, October 18th, Ankeny took an impressive victory over Valley in a tight overtime matchup. The game showcased strong defense from both...

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Feet to the beat
Lydia Gerety, Editor in Chief • October 19, 2024

The Mid-Iowa Band Championship takes place on Saturday, Oct 19. with the opening ceremony starting at 3:50 pm at Northview. Bands begin performing...

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Ankeny's one and only frozen yogurt shop: Orange Leaf
Vivian Luna and Katelynn Boger October 17, 2024

Frozen yogurt has rapidly increased in popularity over the last few years. Many frozen yogurt shops have come and gone even just here in Ankeny,...

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"I LAY DOWN MY LIFE FOR YOU" Review
Ryan Cox, Staff Reporter • October 17, 2024

Rapper, songwriter, producer extraordinaire JPEGMAFIA (Peggy) is back with a brand new album. He is continuously named as the boldest and most...

With less than three weeks from the election, candidates Mark Holm and Kim Hagemann have been campaigning for a position on the Board of Supervisors.
Deciding Polk County’s future
Levi Foster, Staff Reporter • October 16, 2024

Polk County is in the midst of a tight race to decide who will be its district three supervisor. However, most people are seemingly unaware of...

Spanish teacher Rosana Brewer holding her plaque awarded for winning Educator of the Year (Secondary Level) by the Iowa World Language Association
Celebrating passion
Danny Nguyen October 16, 2024

At Ankeny High School (AHS) Spanish teacher Rosana Brewer encourages her students daily to step outside their comfort zone and embrace the Spanish...

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Feet to the beat
Lydia Gerety, Editor in Chief • October 19, 2024
Deciding Polk County’s future
Levi Foster, Staff Reporter • October 16, 2024
The night the mic stays open
Samuel Green, Staff Reporter • October 8, 2024
ASL Club
Caden McGlin September 25, 2024
"I LAY DOWN MY LIFE FOR YOU" Review
Ryan Cox, Staff Reporter • October 17, 2024
The night the mic stays open
Samuel Green, Staff Reporter • October 8, 2024
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Ankeny's one and only frozen yogurt shop: Orange Leaf
Vivian Luna and Katelynn Boger October 17, 2024

Frozen yogurt has rapidly increased in popularity over the last few years. Many frozen yogurt shops have come and gone even just here in Ankeny,...

Cover for “I LAY DOWN MY LIFE FOR YOU,” AWAL Recordings America
"I LAY DOWN MY LIFE FOR YOU" Review
Ryan Cox, Staff Reporter • October 17, 2024

Rapper, songwriter, producer extraordinaire JPEGMAFIA (Peggy) is back with a brand new album. He is continuously named as the boldest and most...

“Piece By Piece” is now playing in theaters near you. The film is rated PG and runs at an hour and 33 minutes. Universal Pictures, Focus Features, Director Morgan Neville
"Piece by Piece:" A creative way to capture the story of Pharrell Williams
Nolan McNulty, Staff Reporter • October 14, 2024

Pharrell Williams is known to some as a musical genius. He has produced the beats of classic songs such as “Alright” by Kendrick Lamar and...

Junior Hayden Carlson warms up before the game.
Sports
Ankeny Hawks upset Valley in overtime battle
Ava Gifford and Levi Foster October 20, 2024

On Friday, October 18th, Ankeny took an impressive victory over Valley in a tight overtime matchup. The game showcased strong defense from both...

Senior captains Caden Henkes (5), Andrew Haase (95), Kinnick Vos (3), and Luke Anderson (8) take the field for the coin toss.
Ankeny Hawks take the victory over Cedar Rapids Prairie
Ava Gifford, Sports and Photo Editor • October 6, 2024
Junior Daniel Larmie (0) celebrates a touchdown with junior Andrew Brandhorst (13) in the endzone.
Hawks score a homecoming win
Ava Gifford, Sports and Photo Editor • September 29, 2024
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Feet to the beat
Lydia Gerety, Editor in Chief • October 19, 2024

The Mid-Iowa Band Championship takes place on Saturday, Oct 19. with the opening ceremony starting at 3:50 pm at Northview. Bands begin performing...

Spanish teacher Rosana Brewer holding her plaque awarded for winning Educator of the Year (Secondary Level) by the Iowa World Language Association
Celebrating passion
Danny Nguyen October 16, 2024

At Ankeny High School (AHS) Spanish teacher Rosana Brewer encourages her students daily to step outside their comfort zone and embrace the Spanish...

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Seasonal caffeinated concoctions in Ankeny
Lynae Midkiff and Olivia Luna October 14, 2024

Coffee, while classic, has millions of different variations. Everyone likes their coffee in different ways or from different places. Yet, there’s...

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