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October 8, 2019

Authentic food, music, clothing and dance. These aspects of celebration came to downtown Cedar Rapids on September 15 during the eighth annual Festival Latino. Xavier High School students participated for the first time in the Festival Latino. Festival Latino was a part of the celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, which started on September...

Brothers on and off the field

Libby Arnold , Sports Editor

October 8, 2019

A sibling bond is something special that cannot be replaced. The Volk brothers have that special bond and they all share a common passion: football. Senior Josh Volk, junior Ryan Volk and freshman Ben Volk all are a part of the Xavier football program. “Football has always been a big part of our lives,” Ryan said. “It has taught us a lot...

Embracing culture at Festival Latino

Hope Schulte, News Writer

October 8, 2019

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The 2019 Xavier Parish Appeal

Haley Cummings and Ella Schulte

October 8, 2019

What makes it country

Virginia Russell, Opinion Writer

October 8, 2019

We’re standing up in our seats, faces lit with excitement. Far below, the stage shines with multicolored lights and beams that crisscross every which way, making patterns on the stadium’s ceiling. All of the sudden, the...

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Jack Delaney

Sports Writer

Name: Jack Delaney Favorite Hobby: Dance Fun Fact: I’ve split my head open twice.

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Beginning Journalism

Diversity and discrimination in language

Joanne Lee, Beginning Journalism Student

February 8, 2019

“This is America. Speak English.” The line clicks. My mother stares, stunned, at her phone. She had answered the unknown number in Korean, and had been immediately...

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What makes it country

Virginia Russell, Opinion Writer

October 8, 2019

We’re standing up in our seats, faces lit with excitement. Far below, the stage shines with multicolored lights and beams that crisscross every which way, making patterns...

If I can, you can

Maddie Serbousek, Opinion Writer

October 8, 2019

When I tell people I am a runner, most of them give me a look of confusion and ask why. And if I’m being completely honest, I am only a runner because of my very persistent...

How a body should look

Hayley Seymour, Opinion Writer

October 8, 2019

When you think of the phrase, “body image,” what is the first thing that comes to your mind? Instantly, I think of insecurity, imperfection and anxiety. In this day and...

Learning to trust

October 8, 2019

Don’t click, it’s a trick

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How to stop being awkward

September 18, 2019

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Arts & Entertainment

Reed as new drum major

Christine Hilario, A&E Writer

October 8, 2019

Taking a risk has yielded a high reward for one Xavier Saint. Senior Genevieve Reed stepped up as drum major for Xavier’s marching band. When...

Preparation for Fall Musical

Josh Slusarek, A&E Writer

September 24, 2019

The fall musical is a common activity for people to attend if they want to watch the Drama Department’s hard work and dedication. This year is proving...

“AGT” star in Iowa

Lauren Ulveling, A&E Writer

September 18, 2019

“America’s Got Talent” is one of the most-watched TV shows with nearly 9.74 million total viewers weekly. Getting a “yes” from all four...

Alum as director

September 18, 2019

Xavier Saints in “Disney’s Frozen Jr.”

September 18, 2019

Positivity is key

May 15, 2019

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