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What Trump’s Presidency Means for the Future of Our Planet
Morgan Eyanson-Renken, Editor • February 14, 2025

On his first day in office, President Donald J. Trump made an executive order to withdraw from the Paris Agreement, making America one of four countries not committed to the pact....

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A Dying Industry
Morgan Eyanson-Renken, Editor • January 17, 2025

All around Des Moines, there are music venues that often go unheard of. Places such as XbkLive, Lefty’s and Noce Jazz Club are looked over, and without support they can not run...

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Perry Band Olympics
Zoe Marquez, Editor • February 7, 2024
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Oh the Places You’ll Go
Zoe Marquez, Editor • November 2, 2023
The marching band along with a color guard member performing during a home halftime show. Picture from the North Polk Flickr page.
Marching Comets
Zoe Marquez, Editor • October 6, 2023
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Is DEI Done?
Morgan Eyanson-Renken, Editor • February 26, 2025

Just hours after taking office, President Donald J. Trump signed an executive order that banned  Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) from receiving federal funding. Even...

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The Next Level: Advice from a Future Collegiate Athlete
Addy Happ, Editor • December 6, 2024
Image of Bryce Burke from the North Polk Flickr depicting the traditional bleached hairdo for state.
Bleach Blonde Bonding
Zoe Marquez, Editor • November 19, 2024
Winter Blues
Morgan Eyanson-Renken, Editor • March 25, 2025

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is categorized as a disorder with depression-like symptoms during the Winter or Summer months. However, most diagnosed with SAD experience symptoms...

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2024 FAFSA Aid
Zoe Marquez, Editor • December 6, 2024

The Free Application for Student Aid, more commonly referred to as FAFSA, was opened on the first day of December by the Federal Student Aid office, and while being an overall...

Sanctuary
Sanctuary
Sylvia Dresen, 12th Grade • March 12, 2025

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Movie Review: “RRR”
Zoe Marquez, Editor • March 12, 2025
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Social Media Society
Morgan Eyanson-Renken, Editor • March 7, 2025
A First for Love
February 18, 2025
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Press Start: New Esports Team at North Polk High School
Zoe Marquez, Editor • March 7, 2025
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