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A faceoff during the JV game.
Beyond the ice: How a hockey game unites a community
Tobias Landmesser, Staff Reporter • December 6, 2024

Unlike many other sports, ice hockey is not an official sport under the Iowa High School Athletic Association. Those wishing to play have limited...

 Jayla Williams goes up for the layup.
Ankeny Hawkettes fly over DMC Lions in a 50-36 win
Grady Andersen, Staff Reporter • December 4, 2024

Students collaborate during Hawk Time as they tackle the New York Times crossword puzzle together, fostering a spirit of camaraderie and friendly competition.
Crossword puzzle challenge at Ankeny High School
Gabe Bond December 3, 2024

Ankeny High School (AHS) has introduced a new, engaging initiative during Hawk Time to foster community and intellectual curiosity among students....

“Wicked” is a rated PG film with a runtime of two hours and 40 minutes. Universal Pictures, Directed by Jon M. Chu  
“Gladiator 2” is an R rated film with a runtime of two hours and 28 minutes. Paramount Pictures, Directed by Ridley Scott
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“Wicked” vs. “Gladiator 2”
Ryan Cox November 26, 2024

The “Glicked” connection  “Wicked” and “Gladiator 2” both share similar grandiose storytelling through subjects of power,  betrayal,...

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Nolan McNulty and Blake Eichmeier November 26, 2024

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Beyond the basics: Young voters navigate complex ballot choices
Tobias Landmesser, Staff Reporter • November 25, 2024

From amendments to local positions, young voters reflect on the surprises and learning curves of participating in democracy. Young Voters  “The...

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“Wicked” is a rated PG film with a runtime of two hours and 40 minutes. Universal Pictures, Directed by Jon M. Chu  
“Gladiator 2” is an R rated film with a runtime of two hours and 28 minutes. Paramount Pictures, Directed by Ridley Scott
Collage made by Julius Wiegand using Canva
“Wicked” vs. “Gladiator 2”
Ryan Cox November 26, 2024

The “Glicked” connection  “Wicked” and “Gladiator 2” both share similar grandiose storytelling through subjects of power,  betrayal,...

Now Playing... thumbnail made using Canva.
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Nolan McNulty and Blake Eichmeier November 26, 2024

On Episode 2 of "Now Playing...", Nolan McNulty and Blake Eichmeier talk about Denzel Curry, A$AP Rocky, and more!
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Nolan McNulty and Blake Eichmeier November 18, 2024

Transcription: Name is Nolan. My name is Blake. And welcome back to Now Playing... We finally have a name. Shout out ChatGPT. Shouldn't...

A faceoff during the JV game.
Sports
Beyond the ice: How a hockey game unites a community
Tobias Landmesser, Staff Reporter • December 6, 2024

Unlike many other sports, ice hockey is not an official sport under the Iowa High School Athletic Association. Those wishing to play have limited...

On Friday, November 8th, the Ankeny Hawks faced the Iowa City Liberty Lightning in the second round of the playoffs.
Ankeny takes on Liberty in hard fought playoff battle
Ava Gifford, Sports and Photo Editor • November 10, 2024
A faceoff during the JV game.
Beyond the ice: How a hockey game unites a community
Tobias Landmesser, Staff Reporter • December 6, 2024

Unlike many other sports, ice hockey is not an official sport under the Iowa High School Athletic Association. Those wishing to play have limited...

Students collaborate during Hawk Time as they tackle the New York Times crossword puzzle together, fostering a spirit of camaraderie and friendly competition.
Crossword puzzle challenge at Ankeny High School
Gabe Bond December 3, 2024

Ankeny High School (AHS) has introduced a new, engaging initiative during Hawk Time to foster community and intellectual curiosity among students....

A senior photo from coach Betten’s senior football season.
Football injury turned cheerleading National Champion
Elyse Enskat November 21, 2024

Caleb Betten, the Iowa-grown offensive lineman had a great future in college football out of Pocahontas High School. He initially committed to...

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