As the weather starts getting nice, it becomes hotter and more sunny, and everyone wants to be outside. Everyone gets happier and wants to get some Vitamin D. Getting outside is so important and helpful for your body; It will increase your mood, your...

Starbucks does not have any chill! On Tuesday, April 16, Starbucks came out with new Spicy drinks. Starbucks came through with new fun and spicy drinks. They are new refreshers that have a spice taste to them. How did Starbucks make a spicy taste?...

Dogs are lots of people's favorite pets! They are cute, cuddly, and give us unconditional love. They are always so happy to see us when we come home and they are always so nice to us. They love us and will always be there! Dogs are awesome and they...

Springs Fool is a media-created season in which it feels like spring and winter at the same time over the course of just 7 days. Every year we always have a fool's spring, where it's sunny and warm, and people start wearing shorts again. All of a sudden...

With Spring Break right around the corner, students are left to wonder what to do with their time. Here are a few things we have compiled for you to do over the next 7+ days of the year: 1 Go for a walk 2 workout  3 Clean your curtains  4...

The Goodbye Pies which Pizza Hut started on February 6, let people order free Pizza Hut delivery to the address of an ex-lover. From now until Valentine’s Day, people can go to GoodbyePies.com to order a Hot Honey pizza for delivery to their long-gone...

Winter is a slow, cold, and less active time of the year. People tend to feel sad and less motivated to do everyday things.  Relax- Winter is a time to be calm and relaxed. Watch movies, stay in, and be by yourself. Giving your body a break will help...

Like many other women, most women value how their hair looks and feels. It can be very frustrating to not have soft healthy hair. It can also be frustrating to use heat on your hair one time, which could result in dead, crusty hair.  Having healthy...

Valentine's Day used to be a religious celebration. Now it is a commercial holiday where people celebrate their love. Although there are a lot of different perspectives on Valentine's Day, it is whatever you want it to be.  You can skip the romance part...

College dorms can be gross, disgusting, and uncomfortable. The beds are hard, the floors are dirty, and there needs to be more storage space. Therefore, I made a list of things you can buy to make your dorm room living more comfortable. Make sure that...

Are you planning on going to college, or living in a dorm in the upcoming fall semester? You need to start preparing and getting ready now. I know it sounds crazy, especially with college being 6-7 months away. Why should I start now? College is a...

Christmas is the merriest and fun time of year, spreading joy, giving gifts, and drinking hot cocoa by the fireplace. It is such a fun and exciting time of year! All the Christmas decorations, the yummy food, the happy Christmas music, and the good vibes. Sometimes,...

It’s beginning to feel more like Christmas with new Starbucks drinks. Starbucks came out with their new drinks on November 2nd so here are all the yummy drinks! Peppermint Mocha- Espresso, steamed milk, mocha sauce, and peppermint-flavored syrup...

Yes, that’s correct! Elf is the movie about an orphan, named Buddy,  who gets caught in Santa's bag on Christmas Eve night! Buddy ends up growing up in the North Pole! Making friends with all the Christmas animals, the Christmas elves, and snowmen.  Buddy...

"On Halloween night, the Great Pumpkin rises from his pumpkin patch and flies through the air with his bag of toys to all the children." - (Linus, It’s the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown!) My favorite Halloween is special! I love it, it is my comfort...

This summer is going to be great and I hope everyone has a great time and keeps busy! The summer for some people can really suck because everyone is away from their friends, so I have created a list of fun things to do in the summer…. Go swimming  ...

The weather is getting warmer, the sun is shining brighter and the UV index is getting stronger. During the summer most people go outside, go swimming, visit amusement parks, and do many other outdoor activities. Here is why you need to take protection...

Nick McGill, the choir teacher here at Lakota West High School has resigned after allegations of a relationship with a former student. Records show that Nick McGill, 28, was investigated in July of 2021. At that time, Robert Kramer, our executive director...

Kings Island is one of the most heavily populated places in Cincinnati Ohio and many people visit over the summer. With lots of fun and lots of excitement visiting, Kings Island is considered one of the safest amusement parks in the country. Last year,...

Lakota West Teacher on leave amid an investigation into alleged “misconduct” Principal Ben Brown says. Did a teacher slap a student? What happened? Did this really happen? Is it true? "West Chester Township Ohio- A special needs teacher at Lakota...

February is the month of love, so how can you spread love this month to get into the season? 1: Volunteer to reach out Lakota. Volunteering can be a way to give back to the community.  Here is more information on ways to help out West Chester and...

The QR code is a new system that the administration has created for when people leave during class. It is a way for the administration to keep track of them-- making sure no one is doing something bad or getting into trouble. It is a piece of paper with...

Have you ever had someone tell you “Stop being so negative, look at it in a positive way?” They are right!        When viewing everything as a lesson, you may begin to notice a significant change in the way you think. Think in a positive manner,...

Summer is coming upon us, and the seniors are wanting to have a fantastic summer before starting the next chapter in their life. To help them make the most of these upcoming three months, some seniors now create bucket lists of things they want to accomplish...

On April 9, the Lakota West Quiz team participated in Regionals at Walnut Hills High School. This competition was the culmination of a great season:  The 21-22 Lakota West Academic Team finished the regular season with 15 wins and only 3 losses, making...

Over the course of the past month, a question has blazed across the world like a wildfire: are there more doors or wheels in the world?   Ryan Nixon posted a tweet on March 5th,2022 asking people their opinion. Do you think there are more wheels...

“School food is gross.”  “Chicken stuff is nasty, but the nachos are good.” “The pizza is usually fine, unless you can visibly see it's sloppy.” “Fries are almost always undercooked, and when they aren't, they are overcooked.” “It’s...

All around Lakota West, we keep hearing the new phrase “No Fry Tuesday.”  Obviously, now french fries are absent from our lunch lines on Tuesday, and a ton of students are mad about it!  The rumor is that there is a supply-chain shortage of french...

So as you know, it's January, and therefore people are starting their New Year's resolution. People everywhere are coming up with new ways to better themselves.  Have you come up with a New Year's resolution? Research shows that “Setting goals helps...

Lakota West is bringing back the block schedule for the last two weeks in December. This decision was made to accommodate testing and to give teachers the time to meet with students before the end of the semester. According to Mr. Brown, this block...

When: Every Tuesday and Thursday after school Where: Room 127 Advisor: Rikki Bell As part of our Yearbook club, you learn about editing, copy, caption writing, cover design, and advertising design.  You will see us always around taking pictures...

Finally! After all the wait,  it’s finally here -- a scary, blood-curling Halloween Haunt at Kings Island. Located on 6300 Kings Island Dr, Mason, OH 45040, Kings Island annual Haunt provides rides, haunted houses, and performances that bring people...