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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?
The WEB covered everything from sports to politics in an action-packed 2024-25 school year.
The WEB “Wrapped!”
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
October 2019
May 2019
April 2019
March 2019
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All content by Diane Wang

Wir Sprechen Deutsch; German Trip is a Success!!

Diane Wang
April 7, 2011

Alumni Association going strong

Diane Wang
March 4, 2011

Brett Carney appointed new Boys Track Coach

Diane Wang
February 10, 2011

Q & A with Junior Torry Hand

Diane Wang
January 21, 2011

Thai Kitchen: A rollicking, frolicking, finger-licking good "thai"-ime

Diane Wang
December 13, 2010

10 questions with Senior Rachel Paxton

Diane Wang
December 13, 2010

Foreign Online

Diane Wang
November 17, 2010

Introducing Keith Papin, counselor

Diane Wang
November 2, 2010

Delegation from Japan visits Ames High, experiences life in America

Diane Wang
October 8, 2010

Evans takes the Wheel

Diane Wang
September 22, 2010

Top iQuiz scorers: What’s their secret?

Diane Wang
April 29, 2010

Double the Trouble: Ku sisters hit and win

Diane Wang
April 9, 2010

French and German exchanges need host families

Diane Wang
March 12, 2010

Girl’s Soccer Introduces New Head Coach

Diane Wang
March 12, 2010

Wendy Oh blossoms as a painter

Diane Wang
February 18, 2010

Teacher battles against cancer and wins

Diane Wang
February 2, 2010

Youth Philanthropy: Helping the community

Diane Wang
February 2, 2010

The skillful art of gift giving

Diane Wang
December 17, 2009

Mr. Sparkman Teacher makes math fun

Diane Wang
December 17, 2009

AmeZone: Building community

Diane Wang
November 20, 2009

Bottled water: an unnecessary luxury

Diane Wang
November 20, 2009

Vinita Singh brings Indian classical dance to Ames

Diane Wang
October 29, 2009

Changes at the LIbrary

Diane Wang
October 9, 2009

New Art Teacher

Diane Wang
October 9, 2009

Orchestra Fresher than ever

Diane Wang
September 18, 2009
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