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Members of the Mental Health Club hosted an event during school. Published with permission from Will Harms.
Breaking the silence
April 2, 2025
Recent legislation state and nationwide has been pushing to eliminate transgender athletes. Created by Grady Andersen using Canva.
Gender identity vs. athletic performance: dissecting the transgender athlete ban
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Created by Chloe Macke using Canva.
Reading Rights: The impact of recently proposed bills on libraries
March 14, 2025
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird signed onto lawsuit Texas v. Becerra which states that section 504 is unconstitutional. “I wish I could look at it impartially, just as this really fascinating constitutional phenomenon that didn't have any potential behind it to harm other people or even harm myself, but I really can't do that,” University of Iowa professor and licensed attorney Brett Johnson said. Photo by Lydia Gerety
Iowa families concerned for their children’s equal access to education
March 8, 2025
In January and February, over ten bills targeting queer youth have been presented to both the Iowa House and Senate floor. Created by River Phillips using Canva.
Debate over HF80: Iowa’s proposal on pronoun use in classrooms
March 7, 2025
“A Minecraft Movie” is now playing in a theater near you. The film is rated PG and runs at an hour and 41 minutes. Poster from Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Entertainment.
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Cover of “MUSIC” by Playboi Carti which dropped on March 14th, 2025 with a runtime of 1 hour and 29 minutes distributed by AWGE and Interscope Records.
Playboi Carti’s “MUSIC” Album Review
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Made by Olivia Luna using Canva
Increasing elitism within concerts
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Book Review: Between Two Kingdoms
Book Review: Between Two Kingdoms
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Poster for “Mickey 17” courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures. The R-rated film is now playing in a theater near you, and runs at two hours and 17 minutes.
“Mickey 17”: Sci-fi meets political drama
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Poster for “Mickey 17” courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures. The R-rated film is now playing in a theater near you, and runs at two hours and 17 minutes.
“Mickey 17”: Sci-fi meets political drama
March 7, 2025
The Monkey is now playing in a theater near you. The film runs at one hour and 38 minutes and is rated R. Movie poster from Neon Cinema.
How “The Monkey” blended horror and comedy in a fun way
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Poster for Captain America: Brave New World. The film runs at one hour and 59 minutes, and is rated PG-13. Now playing in a theater near you. Poster courtesy of Marvel Studios.
Why “Captain America: Brave New World” proved it can be brave without being new | REVIEW
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Cover of “MUSIC” by Playboi Carti which dropped on March 14th, 2025 with a runtime of 1 hour and 29 minutes distributed by AWGE and Interscope Records.
Playboi Carti’s “MUSIC” Album Review
April 4, 2025
Made by Olivia Luna using Canva
Increasing elitism within concerts
April 4, 2025
Created by Brogan Smith using Canva, The graphic displays a representation of music and audio being continuously recycled, a technique that has been famously used throughout music history.
The recycling of music
March 6, 2025
On February 9th, Kendrick Lamar took the center stage during the halftime show of the Super Bowl, and made a statement to the 133.5 million people that watched. Created by Ryan Cox using Canva. Created by Ryan Cox using Canva.
SZA, Serena, Samuel, Kendrick: A breakdown of this year’s legendary Super Bowl halftime performance
February 20, 2025
Cover of “Hurry Up Tomorrow” by The Weeknd dropped on Jan. 31 with a runtime of 1 hour and 24 minutes. Label XO Records, Republic Records
“Hurry Up Tomorrow” review
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“A Minecraft Movie” is now playing in a theater near you. The film is rated PG and runs at an hour and 41 minutes. Poster from Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Entertainment.
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Book Review: Between Two Kingdoms
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April 2, 2025
Poster for “Mickey 17” courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures. The R-rated film is now playing in a theater near you, and runs at two hours and 17 minutes.
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March 7, 2025
Ankeny Girls Basketball stand for the National Anthem before a game against Dallas Center Grimes on January 1. Photo by Grady Andersen
Previewing all 8 regions in Girls Class 5A
February 18, 2025
IGHSAU and IHSAA announce the shift of girls’ tennis and boys’ golf to the fall season starting in 2025, sparking debate over the impact on student-athletes and school sports programs. Created by Olivia Luna using Canva
Spring sports to move to fall season ’25-’26
February 6, 2025
Art in modern society is slowly losing its creative merit, as well as its purpose. Created by Gabriel Brannon using Canva
The looming death of art in modern society
January 10, 2025
As the world grapples with the fallout of TikTok's ban, its impact on society, politics, and culture marks a pivotal moment in history. From reshaping habits to sparking debates on free speech and national security, this decision leaves a lasting impression on the global stage. Visual made by Tobias Landmesser using Canva
Talon Editorial: TikTok, the current predicament
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Sophomore Quinn Roush leaps over a hurdle during the third leg of the shuttle hurdle relay. The Ankeny varsity squad took seventh with a time of 1:13.65.
Ankeny girls take fifth place at the Hawkette Invitational in a tight race
April 4, 2025
Recent legislation state and nationwide has been pushing to eliminate transgender athletes. Created by Grady Andersen using Canva.
Gender identity vs. athletic performance: dissecting the transgender athlete ban
March 26, 2025
Design made by Tobias Landmesser using Canva. Stock imagery by Jesse Orrico on Unsplash.
New class looks to make an impact in youth sports
March 19, 2025
Staff Reporter Savannah Dye recaps Monday Night Raw's last show on March 10th. Made in Canva by Savannah Dye.
Monday Night Raw: Reflection and prediction
March 12, 2025
Ankeny Centennial recently started its own pickleball club and is looking for both more members and more opportunities to play against other schools. Photo by Tobias Landmesser.
Pickleball: The next big dill
March 3, 2025
Leister smiling for the camera. Photo published with permission from Mary Kate Leister.
Merry Mary: New to the nest
April 9, 2025
Graphic created by Olivia Luna using Canva.
Chamberland mines for curiosity
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Bing talking about the plan for the day with her students in one of her AP Biology courses. “If I wasn't passionate about working with students, I don't think [I’d stay in teaching], but no, it's absolutely the students that I have that [make it worth it,” Bing stated. Photo taken by Sylvia Bartlett.
A career in science: and supporting the next generation
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Ankeny High School is full of student leaders who hold many different traits. Image created by Chloe Macke using wordart.
Leadership sculpting the future: The expanding impact of leaders at Ankeny High School
March 25, 2025
Design made by Tobias Landmesser using Canva. Stock imagery by Jesse Orrico on Unsplash.
New class looks to make an impact in youth sports
March 19, 2025
Leister smiling for the camera. Photo published with permission from Mary Kate Leister.
Merry Mary: New to the nest
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Graphic created by Olivia Luna using Canva.
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Bing talking about the plan for the day with her students in one of her AP Biology courses. “If I wasn't passionate about working with students, I don't think [I’d stay in teaching], but no, it's absolutely the students that I have that [make it worth it,” Bing stated. Photo taken by Sylvia Bartlett.
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Ankeny High teacher Ms. Sherwood writes the plan for the day on the whiteboard. Photo by Savannah Dye
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Savannah Gage (1, right) celebrates with teammates and fans during the Adidas 3SSB 17U Girls Basketball National Championship. ETG Midwest would go on to win the game in double overtime, creating a lasting memory for Gage and her teammates. (Photo published with permission from Savannah Gage)
‘It’s really fun to play a lot of talent from all over; it really helps grow my game.’
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The Hawkettes shake hands after a 50-27 loss to the No. 2 Dowling Catholic Maroons.
Hawkettes wrap up regular season with loss to Maroons
February 12, 2025
Ellie Bovee poses with her horse M&M for her senior photos. Photo by Tori Versteegh, published with permission by Ellie Bovee
Ellie Bovee: A force to be reckoned with
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The Hawks took on tough matchups against top-ranked Waukee Northwest Wolves this past Monday, Feb. 3.
Hawks take on the Wolves in an energetic doubleheader
February 4, 2025
Hosts Nolan McNulty and Blake Eichmeier bring on guest speaker Ryan Cox to talk about The Weeknd's final album, "Hurry Up Tomorrow" on episode 7. Design by Nolan McNulty using Canva.
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The Hawkettes took on #2 Dowling Catholic away on Jan. 31.
Hawkettes face No. 2 Maroons for the first time in two weeks
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Hosts Nolan McNulty and Blake Eichmeier bring on guest speaker Ryan Cox to talk about The Weeknd's final album, "Hurry Up Tomorrow" on episode 7. Design by Nolan McNulty using Canva.
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"Now Playing..." returns after a hiatus, talking about Travis Scott, Djo, and Hinterland on episode 6. Design made by Nolan McNulty using Canva.
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English teacher Justin Schlicher covered his classroom library to keep students from accessing books at the start of the fall 2023 semester. Update to SF 496 Starting Jan. 1, the Department of Education can inquire into school districts and staff members in violation of the law. However, Judge Stephen Locher of the the U.S. District Court Southern District of Iowa put a temporary hold on the enforcement of the law while lawsuits from the American Civil Liberties Union of Iowa and Lamda Legal are underway. The Iowa State Education Association and publisher Penguin Random House are also involved in a lawsuit regarding the book restrictions in SF 496. “We want young people to have access to literature, so I am very pleased that the federal judge is taking a look at SF 496," AHS teacher librarian Jenny Wirtz said. "I hope that the courts will rule in our favor that it's unconstitutional to remove good quality literature from our libraries."

Senate File 496

Lilyan McCracken, Staff Reporter • January 8, 2024

Update- Jan. 23, 2024 Ankeny High School bookshelves will continue to have the same titles as before the SF 496 book ban bill (which put restrictions on what books could be accessed at schools)...

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