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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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Sofiya's Senior Column

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May 20, 2008

Ultra marathon Dave

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May 19, 2008

Wild Berry

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May 5, 2008

Fuji’s fish fulfills fantasies

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May 5, 2008

We want teachers, please, we want to learn

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April 14, 2008

Surrealismit’s more likely than you think

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April 14, 2008

Mock Trial’s fresh start leads team to fifth

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April 11, 2008

Shogun sushi starts slow, but sure to satisfy

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March 10, 2008

Tour de HallwaysRuining track for all

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March 10, 2008

Famous Amos Aims High

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February 20, 2008

Commongettin’ down in Chitown

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January 30, 2008

Tremors of Kenyan riots felt in Ames

SOFIYA HUPALO
January 29, 2008

Embryonic stem cell needed despite skin cell breakthrough

SOFIYA HUPALO
December 18, 2007

AHS grad faces challenges, finds honor

SOFIYA HUPALO
December 18, 2007

Parental attitudes on teen drinking can backfire

SOFIYA HUPALO
December 5, 2007

Mud, creeks, Native American fail to break runners’ spirits

SOFIYA HUPALO
December 5, 2007

Intelligent life-form design

SOFIYA HUPALO
November 7, 2007

Don’t dread new Radiohead

SOFIYA HUPALO
November 6, 2007

After more than two years, Katrina still causing damage

SOFIYA HUPALO
October 11, 2007

A summer in Uganda

SOFIYA HUPALO
September 25, 2007

Healthcare for all

SOFIYA HUPALO
September 21, 2007

Accident brings teammates together

SOFIYA HUPALO
September 21, 2007

Summer means skin care!

Sofiya Hupalo
May 21, 2007

Gender double standard creates double trouble

Sofiya Hupalo
May 18, 2007

Burger King yields to PETA (kind of)

Sofiya Hupalo
April 30, 2007

SMOOTH skin is essential, especially in the Media Center

Sofiya Hupalo
April 27, 2007

Running for fun? Yup.

Sofiya Hupalo
March 30, 2007

Worldly Goods store promotes fair trade

Sofiya Hupalo
March 30, 2007

Mr. Walter and marathons

Sofiya Hupalo
March 8, 2007

Let same-sex couples adopt children

Sofiya Hupalo
March 8, 2007

Hungry? Let’s go to Gilbo!

Sofiya Hupalo
February 15, 2007

Climbing brings sexy back

Sofiya Hupalo
February 15, 2007

Botox, nose job, lipo, and…an eye lift?

Sofiya Hupalo
January 25, 2007

JT sizzles, but Alpha Dog remains lukewarm

Sofiya Hupalo
January 25, 2007

Demante VaughnParkour master

Sofiya Hupalo
December 14, 2006

PLANETARIUM! YOU SHOULD VISIT IT!

Sofiya Hupalo
December 14, 2006

Dedicated dancer doesn’t deny dancing devotion

Sofiya Hupalo
November 17, 2006

Screen and modify babies’ genes for life-threatening diseases, not personal preferences

Sofiya Hupalo
October 24, 2006

…vs. Girls

Sofiya Hupalo
October 24, 2006

Fall concerts at the M-Shop

Sofiya Hupalo
September 21, 2006

EthanolFood?

Sofiya Hupalo
September 21, 2006
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