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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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Kevin Arritt Senior Column

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May 20, 2009

Praise for equality

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April 30, 2009

Superintendent’s proposed budget cuts teachers, raises student discussion

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April 30, 2009

To Improve Man Rationally, Morally, and Socially

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April 10, 2009

Gay marriage legalized in Iowa

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April 10, 2009

Struggling newspapers seek solutions

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March 13, 2009

Rough economy causes Ames schools to face tough budgeting challenges

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February 19, 2009

Thank you! Seriously.

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January 30, 2009

Limbaugh only a detriment now

Kevin Arritt
January 12, 2009

Have a sayvote in the congressional primaries on June 3rd

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May 20, 2008

Fund the National Endowment for the Arts

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May 6, 2008

Peace Sign Should Remain Meaningful

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April 11, 2008

Practice what we preachEnd the useless violence of cluster bombs

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March 12, 2008

Questioning the benefits of a high minimum wage

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March 7, 2008

ICCI lobbies for clean air, water, elections

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February 20, 2008

Religion and politicsan unholy alliance

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January 29, 2008

Cuba deserves our friendshipend the embargo

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December 18, 2007

Water is crucial

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November 6, 2007

American respect

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October 11, 2007

Give teachers a break

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September 26, 2007

The lost parks of Ames

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September 25, 2007

Mock Trial no longer being mocked

Kevin Arritt
May 21, 2007

Dude, Mazdak!!

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May 21, 2007

Hey! Get your smash on!

Kevin Arritt
April 30, 2007

John Sletten celebrates 50 years of coaching

Kevin Arritt
April 30, 2007

Yay, everybody loves to color!!

Kevin Arritt
March 30, 2007

Planning on dropping out?

Kevin Arritt
March 30, 2007

Lack of leftist ‘08 hopefuls

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March 8, 2007

Poly-what?? The basics of polyphasic sleep

Kevin Arritt
March 8, 2007

A call for reform in sports

Kevin Arritt
February 15, 2007

The Last King of Scotland an intense, informative film

Kevin Arritt
February 15, 2007
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