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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. This brand new program allows students to challenge themselves...

“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, and identity. These two box office giants released...

Made by Tobias Landmesser using Canva

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 experience surprised me. It was very easy as a whole,...

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 play football at Iowa Western before suffering a meniscus...

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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 be using it for your classes, but, you know, for figuring...

Girls ask the guys on Sadie Hawkins Day. Design by Olivia Luna using Canva

Sadie Hawkins Dance

Olivia Luna November 18, 2024

So much pressure is applied to school dances, which can often take the fun out of them. With popular dances like Sadie Hawkins dances, this effect can be common. Putting less pressure on these events could...

Senior Landen Rutter goes to high-five the student section before the football season's first game against cross-town rival Centennial.

United by the game

Karli Beroth and Rylie Jensen November 14, 2024

On Friday nights in Ankeny, the stadium fills with energy as players, musicians, cheerleaders, dancers, and families gather to join around 5,000 fans creating a sea of unifying colors in the stands. The...

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Nolan McNulty and Blake Eichmeier November 14, 2024

  Transcript: My name is Nolan McNulty. My name is Blake Eichmeier. And today, we're gonna be talking about hip hop and all things rap. All things rap. Representing The Talon on the pod...

Hyper Energy Bar located at 1101 South Ankeny Boulevard opened on Nov. 11. Hyper fundraised for Ankeny Schools upon its opening and donated over $2,000 to the Ankeny Community School District.

Ankeny Hyper opens, already giving back to the community

Ashley Howard, Staff Reporter November 13, 2024

Hyper opened its newest location on Monday, Nov.11 across the street from Ankeny High School (AHS), and business is booming. Hyper offers many products, including their most popular hyper-infused energy...

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