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Ames High's Debate team at a tournament.
Ames High’s Debate Program Faces Uncertainty
A person holds up a sign that reads, "Protect Trans Kids." Transgender students have felt increasingly targeted by legislation that limits their rights. Photo licensed through creative commons.
Iowa Becomes First State to Remove Gender Identity as a Protected Class
Piece and Freedom Bakery's menu hangs above the store's front counter. The bakery aims to bring a taste of Ukraine to Ames.
Piece and Freedom Bakery Brings a Piece of Ukraine to Ames
A desk in one of the AMES Center's therapeutic classrooms. The chairs are made of plastic and extremely heavy, one of the room's features meant to foster a safer learning environment for the students it serves.
AMES Center Provides New Opportunities to Students Amid Confusion Regarding Center’s Purpose
Students and family members explore various cultural booths at the Ames High Culture Fair.
The Return of Ames High’s Culture Fair
Ames High's Debate team at a tournament.
Ames High’s Debate Program Faces Uncertainty
A collage of some of my favorite moments from this year on The Web.
A Final Farewell
Piece and Freedom Bakery's menu hangs above the store's front counter. The bakery aims to bring a taste of Ukraine to Ames.
Piece and Freedom Bakery Brings a Piece of Ukraine to Ames
Here is me during the season, proudly representing Ames High, not just the school, but all of you, and everybody who proudly resides in this small city, at one of the biggest tournaments of the year, the Ed Winger Invite.
Senior Column: Be Grateful for Ames High
Fight the Long Defeat
Fight the Long Defeat
Fin DeLisi made his first appearance of his senior season versus Valley, the current (as of 5/6/25) #1 ranked team in 4A, where the Little Cyclones won 1-0, with DeLisi keeping a clean sheet.
It’s Been a Long Wait for DeLisi, But Now He Has His Shot
The Ames High Boys' Basketball team saw a great campaign end against the eventual champions Valley. The Little Cyclones lost a heartbreaker, wrapping up an incredible 21-3 season while being viewed as underdogs throughout the state of Iowa. Photo found via Luke Brekke's Instagram.
The True Definition of a Team: A Camaraderie of Selflessness Led to an Outstanding Season
Ames High cheerleaders performing at Wells Fargo. Photo by Ames High cheer coach.
Ames High 2025 All-State Cheerleaders
Jackson Winkey (left) and Cole Martin (right) are two of the key seniors leaving the program at the end of this year, the two are pictured celebrating Martin's semi-final appearance with Coach Andy Fecht (far right).
Pioneers, Record Breakers, Top Talents, and Stories of Growth Like No Other: The Wrestling Class of 2025
Ames High dance team poses at their annual showcase, held in the Ames gymnasium. Photo Credits to: Luis Rodriguez, Rodspecs Visuals.
It’s Not Just a Sport, It’s a Family
A person holds up a sign that reads, "Protect Trans Kids." Transgender students have felt increasingly targeted by legislation that limits their rights. Photo licensed through creative commons.
Iowa Becomes First State to Remove Gender Identity as a Protected Class
A collage of some of my favorite moments from this year on The Web.
A Final Farewell
Fight the Long Defeat
Fight the Long Defeat
A photo taken of me at prom in Des Moines in front of the Iowa state capitol. Senior year has made me realize how beautiful Iowa is, and has made me question my unrelenting desire to leave the state.
Love Iowa a Little More
Senior column: My final chapter (of high school)
Senior column: My final chapter (of high school)
You: an honest review of the final season
You: an honest review of the final season
Adolescence; Who’s At Fault For Failing Teens?
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What We're Listening To - May 2025
What We’re Listening To – May 2025
A Minecraft Movie Review
A Minecraft Movie Review
Winter Tidings
Winter Tidings
2019 October Comic
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Aaron Marner's Senior Column

Aaron Marner’s Senior Column

Aaron Marner, Online Editor
May 11, 2015
"Get Hard" Review

“Get Hard” Review

Aaron Marner, Online Editor
March 30, 2015
Brick City Grill: Best burgers in Iowa?

Brick City Grill: Best burgers in Iowa?

Emma Stewart and Aaron Marner
March 10, 2015
Down Home Cookin' and BBQ

Down Home Cookin’ and BBQ

Aaron Marner and Emma Stewart
February 12, 2015
House of Cards? More like House of awesome

House of Cards? More like House of awesome

Aaron Marner, Online Editor
January 28, 2015
Hot chocolate masters: trying out the drink spots around Ames

Hot chocolate masters: trying out the drink spots around Ames

Emma Stewart and Aaron Marner
January 14, 2015
Gabriel "Juicy" James Woodbeck

Gabriel “Juicy” James Woodbeck

Aaron Marner, Online Editor
January 14, 2015

Stop asking me where I’m going to college

Aaron Marner, Online Editor
November 17, 2014
Elections 2014: Voting Guide

Elections 2014: Voting Guide

Aaron Marner, Online Editor
October 28, 2014
Battle of the sexes

Battle of the sexes

Serena Paulson, Aaron Marner, and
September 30, 2014
Focus on talent, rather than orientation

Focus on talent, rather than orientation

Aaron Marner, Online Editor
September 3, 2014
Staff retirement: Bob Uetz

Staff retirement: Bob Uetz

Aaron Marner, Reporter
May 21, 2014
STOP THE FLOW

STOP THE FLOW

Aaron Marner, Reporter
March 31, 2014
Student Profile: Vincent M.

Student Profile: Vincent M.

Aaron Marner, Reporter
February 19, 2014
Tagpro: Capture the Flag on steroids

Tagpro: Capture the Flag on steroids

Aaron Marner, Reporter
February 19, 2014
David Wallace's Parallel Universe

David Wallace’s Parallel Universe

Aaron Marner, Reporter
December 20, 2013
Football is taking over Thanksgiving

Football is taking over Thanksgiving

Aaron Marner, Reporter
December 3, 2013
New teachers arrive at Ames High

New teachers arrive at Ames High

Aaron Marner, Reporter
September 27, 2013
Fantasy football begins

Fantasy football begins

Aaron Marner, Reporter
September 25, 2013
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