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National Diabetes Month
National Diabetes Month
Avery Hollister, Page Designer • November 29, 2023

Graphic Credit: A. Hollister/staff

A Thanksgiving cornucopia. Graphic Credit: M. Ansorge/staff
Students Share Their Appreciation and Thankfulness
Marissa Ansorge, Page Designer • November 19, 2023

During the beginning of the holiday season, students often have a lot to be thankful for. Varying from...

Behind the Scenes of Guys and Dolls Musical
Behind the Scenes of "Guys and Dolls" Musical
William Collins, Section Editor, Social Media Specialist • November 19, 2023

  This year's fall musical was “Guys and Dolls,” and while many came to see the show, not everyone...

Epilepsy Awareness Month
Epilepsy Awareness Month
Brynn Turnquist, Section Editor • November 15, 2023

The ski team stops for a photo. Photo Courtesy: N. Raven
Ski Team Heads to Austria
Ashley Beeler, Photographer • November 19, 2023

  Ski team athletes prepare for a trip that takes place across the sea in Austria. Boys and girls take time out of their November to adventure on a week long trip to prepare...

The 2023 freshman volleyball team stands together after the Pink Game. Photo Credit: Emily Baumann
Freshman Volleyball Goes Undefeated
Lainie Rintala and Marissa Ansorge November 16, 2023

The freshman volleyball team had an undefeated season this year with a record of 18-0.   “The most crucial things were communication and listening to each other,” freshman...

National Diabetes Month
National Diabetes Month
Avery Hollister, Page Designer • November 29, 2023

Graphic Credit: A. Hollister/staff

JoJos Cookie Co. logo. Graphic Credit: JoJos Cookie Co.
JoJo's Cookie Co. Brings Delicious Treats to Downtown
Avery Hollister, Page Designer • November 16, 2023

  From your original chocolate chip to Not Your Mama’s Peanut Butter to even a gluten free option, Jojo’s Cookie Co. offers it all. The business idea started in 2020 when...

Epilepsy Awareness Month
Epilepsy Awareness Month
Brynn Turnquist, Section Editor • November 15, 2023

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Individuals with Domestic Violence Court Orders SHOULD NOT be Barred From Owning Guns
Jacob Meyers, Opinion Columnist • November 29, 2023

Domestic violence is an offense. In Michigan, Domestic violence is an act that is quite prevalent. Domestic assault is usually classified as a misdemeanor in Michigan, assuming...

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National Diabetes Month
National Diabetes Month
Avery Hollister, Page Designer • November 29, 2023

Graphic Credit: A. Hollister/staff

A Thanksgiving cornucopia. Graphic Credit: M. Ansorge/staff
Students Share Their Appreciation and Thankfulness
Marissa Ansorge, Page Designer • November 19, 2023

During the beginning of the holiday season, students often have a lot to be thankful for. Varying from friends and family, to clothes and shoes,...

Photo Credit: C. Copenhaver
West Welcomes Gus as New Staff Member
Ashley Beeler, Staff Writer, Photographer • October 3, 2023

  Gus is a 2-year-old lab that is a certified therapy dog. He was certified in November 2022 and is gradually coming into Traverse City West...

Behind the Scenes of Guys and Dolls Musical
Behind the Scenes of "Guys and Dolls" Musical
William Collins, Section Editor, Social Media Specialist • November 19, 2023

  This year's fall musical was “Guys and Dolls,” and while many came to see the show, not everyone was able to get an inside look at what happens behind the scenes. There...

Five Nights at Freddys promotional poster.
Five Nights at Freddy’s: A Bad Bite of Nostalgia
Tess Tarchak-Hiss, Section Editor, Page Designer • November 15, 2023

  “Five Nights at Freddy’s” (FNAF) is an indie-horror game developed by Scott Cawthon in 2014. The game became a cult classic instantly, rising in popularity with the help...

Matthew Perry at a red carpet event. Photo Credit: Steve Granitz/Wireimage.com
Remembering Matthew Perry
Alexa Bageris and Riley Makowski November 14, 2023

  Matthew Perry, a hero to many, died on Oct. 28, 2023. Perry had been found in a hot tub at his home in Los Angeles, CA. Over the years, Perry has been beloved through the many...

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