On April 26th, 2026, an 18-year old student Ashton Zihan Zhao reportedly made threats to Lakota West high school, admitting his plans of killing Principal Scott Lamen, along with a counselor, to officers. Zhao’s plan also included running into the building...

Background Singer-Songwriter David Anthony Burke, more famously known as D4vd, is currently charged with first-degree murder of 14-year-old Celeste Hernandez. Back in September of 2025, Celeste was found dismembered in the front truck of a Tesla. Tesla...

        Experiencing an itchy throat, stuffy nose, or irritated eyes? If the answer is yes, you may be dealing with pollen allergies, specifically seasonal allergic rhinitis. During spring, it’s common to experience these symptoms from late March...

Learn all about interesting and mind-boggling facts surrounding the world of music! Read about your favorite pop star's hidden talent, or how colors connect to frequency! The more you know, the better. Music Edition!   Elvis Presley was a…Blonde? If...

The world, as most people know, has taken a turn for the worse. Whether it’s the suspicious amount of redacted files being released to the public, or a possibility of World War III, it’s agreeable to say that America has a problem (along with the...

  Through survival and evolution, animals have become one of the most interesting and historic parts of planet Earth. Whether it’s frogs that glow in the dark or killer whales that thrive on terrorizing the sea, there are so many animals with...

SNAP stands for the Supplement Nutrient Assistance Program, a government-funded program that was designed to assist low-income families and individuals by providing EBT cards to essentially support households that struggle with money management.  Recently,...

The restaurant Arby’s, founded in 1964, is one of the most gluttonous, carnivorous, dry, fast-food restaurants ever to exist in America. There is absolutely no one reason their food needs to be the way it is. Arby’s is known for its slogan “We...

The U.S Immigration and Customs Enforcement, more commonly known as “ICE,” has exhibited acts of violence and brutality against Americans and non-citizens, contradicting its original purpose to keep America safe. The agency is funded by the “One...

Every winter, without fail, people nationwide suffer from Influenza (the flu). Due to high rates of traveling during the holidays, and oftentimes, lack of proper hygienic care, the virus inevitably spreads around the world in numbers that appear to be...

The season of giving is here! Whether it’s Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Hanukkah, these holidays all share one thing in common – the gift of giving. This doesn’t always mean just buying things for other people. It could mean giving up one’s time...

Chicken wings, by far, are one of the most popular food choices during the Super Bowl season, with about 1.45 million wings being consumed in 2024, and are projected to go up to 1.47 million.  Sure, there will be pizza, guacamole, chips and dips,...

TruFru, a popular snack company  known for their delicious freeze-dried fruits, has called for a “re-call” as of September 29th, 2025. Only 3 days prior, The company announced the re-call September 26th when a customer received a product that contained...

In past articles, the West Press has written about Lakota West’ block days: Article 1 and Article 2– Before, the main focus has been on the unnecessarily long and extended time students are in class, but now, the issue is within the purpose of Block...

As seasons change, and as Daniel Caesar says, “Autumn leaves start to fall” some of the biggest holidays are beginning to approach. There’s often a saying that “love is in the air”, and it’s usually referring to Valentine's day. But flowers...

In years prior, there has been talk concerning the usage of cell phones during school hours, specifically in the state of Ohio. This topic has led to many polls, meetings, and controversy, yet no action was taken. As of August 2025, Lakota West, along...

What’s a better way to appreciate loved ones than to shower them with never-ending love, and never withering flowers. Rosas de Amour is owned and operated by Lakota West’s very own student, Yury Roblero. She specializes in custom flower arrangements...

AAU, more formally known as the Amateur Athletic Union, raises parents' concerns as they see the prices that follow the organization.  What is AAU? AAU is what some would call the “gateway to success”. It’s a nationwide program that children...

Join the Firebirds in a night of running, throwing, jumping, and vaulting, April 23rd to celebrate their hard work and achievements for the past 4 years.  What is Senior Night? Senior Night is a tradition shared among many sports in college and...

Here at Lakota West High School (main campus), the school sets a time to extend certain classes; this happens every Wednesday and Thursday and they’re called “Block Days”. The purpose of these days is to give students the opportunity to get help...

The University of Georgia's new track and field recruits have displayed talents that are beyond what many high school athletes are capable of. They gain the title “avengers” as more track athletes commit to the school, and more importantly, how they...

Background  On January 19th, 2025, only one day short of President Donald J Trump’s inauguration, the popular social media app, TikTok, went dark. 5 years prior (2020), Trump in his first term of presidency proposed a “ban” on TikTok. He believed...

Cheetos, Lays, Fritos (sometimes). Everyone likes to snack here and there, but at what cost? Literally and metaphorically, how much is one willing to pay for a quick pick-me-up? America is known for its gluttonous tendencies, but who’s to blame? The...

Imagine sitting at a desk for 7 hours a day and not getting a break to relax and take a snooze. A 30-minute nap, or even just having time to reset, could help a majority of students maintain a good focus as well as boost their mood. Better energy results...