October 8th marks the end of a fun, exciting, and enjoyable Fat Bear Week 2024. This weird yet interesting week is dedicated to the bears of the Katmai National Park. People around the world vote on their favorite fuzzy fat bear! Since 2014, Fat Bear...

September 15th marks the start of Hispanic Heritage Month! For thirty days, Americans recognize and appreciate Hispanic/Latino Americans and their influence on American culture.  Latin Independence Days Hispanic Heritage Month starts in the middle...

The month of September is dedicated to Suicide Awareness. As the leading cause of death among teenagers, it is critical that students take the time to understand the gravity of suicide awareness including knowing the signs, what to do in this situation,...

This spring break I had the pleasure of going on a Historically Black College and University(HBCU)Tour. I visited multiple colleges to determine where my home away from home would be. While on tour, I realized many Black people don’t have the chance...

March marks the start of National Women’s History Month. What people may not know is every year there is a centralized theme for the women who are celebrated during Women’s History Month. This year’s theme is to celebrate “Women Who Advocate for...

In Lou of Women’s History Month, this Making History edition is dedicated to Women Empowerment. For so long women have been behind the curtains calling the shots, and now women are finally being seen and recognized for the work that they’ve done....

There are so many people who have and are making history that haven’t gotten the recognition they deserve. This new series of articles will highlight the heroes of today, yesterday, and the future. In honor of Black History Month, here are just a few...

Meet Jennifer Parrett! She is a part of the history department and teaches CP US History. This is Mrs. Parrett’s first year at the main campus. Keep reading to learn more about Mrs. Parrett and the adaptations from the freshman building. When Mrs....

Meet Monica Corcoran! Miss. Corcoran is a first-year teacher at Lakota West. She teaches American Sign Language (ASL) levels I & II. Continue reading to learn more about this beloved teacher and her commitment to the job.    Although this...

Meet Mallory Muchmore! She is an Honors Biology and CP Environmental Science teacher at Lakota West. Mrs. Muchmore is a very beloved teacher, continue to read about her and her career journey!  Outside of school, Mrs. Muchmore's favorite thing to...

American Sign Language has been a commonly undervalued language in society. Most schools don’t even offer it--and if they do--not many students take it. Here at Lakota West, this beautiful language has taken off and is now offered at all 4 levels of...

Fat Bear Week came to a close on October 10th, 2023. Now, most people are probably saying “-Fat what?” Fat Bear Week! It’s when for one week - usually before bears go to hibernate - people can vote on their favorite chubster in the Katami National...

For the last four weeks, the Lakota West High School has been flooded by over 30 student teachers from Miami University ranging from a variety of degrees. Tasked with observing, applying, and occasionally teaching, the students use this experience to...

After working in an upscale downtown Italian restaurant, Owner Hakmon Shteiwi (a.k.a George) and sister Laila Alghanim, thought it was time to make a family-friendly restaurant. Located by the Elks Golf Club, this restaurant serves a great selection of...

As we approach the end of the first quarter, things have become incredibly hectic --especially for juniors. Junior year is one of the hardest years of high school as it prepares students for their time after high school. Whether that future is college...

For the past two weeks, Lakota West Theatre produced an incredible rendition of Disney’s “Little Mermaid” for its 26th Year Anniversary. The show had amazing aspects creating a wonderful performance from acting, to singing, to music, and even the...

It’s about that time of the year, and Summer is near! No more school, you can chill in the pool. So what else comes in the Summer? Well, some sports start getting ready for their season, like soccer and football; Even the marching band starts getting...

The month of March has been celebrated nationally as Women’s History month for 36 years now. As the years go by, a new woman is making history or inspiring young women to break away from the typical stereotype of a woman every day.   Approaching the...

Why go to a national chain restaurant like Chipotle or Subway, when a place like Yummy Bowl exists? Yummy Bowl is a fast, affordable, and local place to eat authentic Chinese food on Union Centre! There are several many dishes that are served, but this...

Monday, January 16, 2023, marked the 40th anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Dr. King is an inspiring man with significant events that have become influential in today’s society.   After failed federal Reconstruction and persistent...

This month, the Lakota West Theatre Department put on the play, The Old Man and The Old Moon. The play was a spectacular production that took months of preparation. During a sit-in during rehearsal, I was able to get more insight into what happens behind...