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The 'restricted' message that appears on school computers.
Blocking Technology, Blocking Education
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
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
Clean Energy Tax Credits: An Impactful Piece of Legislation
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
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
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April 2019
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Spencer Arritt

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Political causes for homelessness, potential student impact

Spencer Arritt
May 21, 2007

Homelessness affects residents of Ames

Spencer Arritt
April 30, 2007

Two different realities

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March 30, 2007

Ames High Progressive Club leads anti-war rally

Spencer Arritt
March 8, 2007

Give the power back to the people with Clean Elections

Spencer Arritt
February 15, 2007

‘08 presidential candidate Barack Obama visits Ames

Spencer Arritt
February 15, 2007

The failure of the corporate news media

Spencer Arritt
January 25, 2007

Activists condemn “surge”

Spencer Arritt
January 25, 2007

South Africa may or may not be ahead of us in human rights

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December 14, 2006

The government needs money to pay for things, believe it or not

Spencer Arritt
November 16, 2006

Students react to election results, Democratic majority in Congress

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November 16, 2006

Iraq war continues despite Senate committee report

Spencer Arritt
September 21, 2006

Myth vs. factThe real immigration issues

Spencer Arritt
May 23, 2006

Where has all the politically charged music gone?: New generation of protest songs missing from media

Spencer Arritt
May 23, 2006

Democratic Party members abusing their values

Spencer Arritt
April 28, 2006

Students participate in anti-war protests

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April 11, 2006

The war in Iraq is wrong and should be opposed

Spencer Arritt
April 10, 2006

Craig Walter the evolution of australopithecus

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March 2, 2006

Your experiences shape you, not your resume

Spencer Arritt
March 2, 2006

Human rights activist Kathy Kelly discusses the effects of the war in Iraq with residents of Ames

Spencer Arritt
March 2, 2006

AHS adopts new internet policy

Spencer Arritt
February 9, 2006

Cartoon incites violence

Spencer Arritt
February 9, 2006

State of the Union 2k6: Analysis: Fear and Lying in LasWashington

Spencer Arritt
February 9, 2006

SHEF fights hunger in community, world

Spencer Arritt
February 8, 2006
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