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The Counseling Center is filled with holiday decor to celebrate the season.
Student Council Prepares For the Holidays
December 12, 2024
Mr. Alfred talks to his 7th hour government class on Tuesday Nov. 26 in his classroom.
Trump wins presidential race
December 2, 2024
Seniors Jack Larson (left) and Jonah Sandhoff talk in the Norwalk High School library on Monday, Nov. 26.
Students reflect on presidential election
December 1, 2024
Librarian Beth Grafft explains procedures to students during a lockdown drill on Wednesday, Nov. 20, at Norwalk High School.
Authorities report school stabbing in Pella, Norwalk conducts lockdown drill
November 20, 2024
Andy DeBower (left) and Eli Geisler rehearse on Nov. 12 in the auditorium. During the train scene, Harry Potter (Eli Geisler) talks to his young son, Albus (Andy DeBower), about being put in the House of Slytherin.
Students to present Harry Potter play
November 14, 2024
Within the first 15 seconds of the game, Iowa Wild center Ben Jones scores the first goal of the game. Michael Milne would follow up in the first period. At the time of the goal, Ben Jones, Daemon Hunt, Devin Shore, Joseph Cecconi, and Reese Johnson were on the ice.
PHOTOS: Iowa Wild take on the San Jose Barracuda
December 3, 2024
The opening kickoff is sent to Tebelle Brooks for a 12-yard return.
Norwalk JV Football wraps up season
November 27, 2024
Senior Tavin Ferner (left), freshman Luke Iverson, junior Kayden Frank, and junior Xavier Bush enjoy their last time together at Kwik star after a loss against Xavier.
Behind the Scenes of Norwalk Warrior Football
November 22, 2024
A team picture of the players, coaches, and senior parents. Seniors receive gift baskets as a sign of appreciation from their team.
The Norwalk Girls Rugby Club Hosted Matches in Norwalk
November 12, 2024
Freshmen Grace Wetzler (left), Olive DeRocher, and Gabby Drymon celebrate at the girls' camp after the meet.
Highlights From State Cross Country
November 7, 2024
A white out game at Penn States' Beaver Stadium earlier this season. Everyone in attendance is encouraged to wear white.
College Football Playoffs kickoff Dec. 20
December 20, 2024
Tillman Pupcan and his father pose for a picture at Memorial Stadium, home of the Nebraska Cornhuskers.
The Hawkeye vs. Cornhusker Rivalry
December 19, 2024
Isaac Binder and his family attend the Minnesota Vikings game against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, Dec. 8.
Touchdowns and Letdowns: How Fans Are Reacting to Their Favorite Teams This December
December 16, 2024
Iowa Wild forward Adam Raska looks for the puck against the Barracuda on Saturday, Nov. 2 at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines. The Wild secured their second straight win, with goalie Jesper Wallstedt winning the First Star.
Iowa Wild captures win against San Jose
December 3, 2024
Within the first 15 seconds of the game, Iowa Wild center Ben Jones scores the first goal of the game. Michael Milne would follow up in the first period. At the time of the goal, Ben Jones, Daemon Hunt, Devin Shore, Joseph Cecconi, and Reese Johnson were on the ice.
PHOTOS: Iowa Wild take on the San Jose Barracuda
December 3, 2024
Tillman Pupcan and his father pose for a picture at Memorial Stadium, home of the Nebraska Cornhuskers.
The Hawkeye vs. Cornhusker Rivalry
December 19, 2024
Isaac Binder and his family attend the Minnesota Vikings game against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, Dec. 8.
Touchdowns and Letdowns: How Fans Are Reacting to Their Favorite Teams This December
December 16, 2024
The Counseling Center is filled with holiday decor to celebrate the season.
Student Council Prepares For the Holidays
December 12, 2024
Snow covers the Norwalk High School side parking lot during third period on Monday, Dec. 2.
First Snowfall in Norwalk
December 10, 2024
Norwalk's culinary and photography students collaborated for a Thanksgiving dinner photoshoot during fourth hour on Nov. 25.
Sharing Thanks: Reflections on Gratitude This Fall
December 6, 2024

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A white out game at Penn States' Beaver Stadium earlier this season. Everyone in attendance is encouraged to wear white.
Sports
College Football Playoffs kickoff Dec. 20
Brayden Plourde, Staff Reporter • December 20, 2024
Tillman Pupcan and his father pose for a picture at Memorial Stadium, home of the Nebraska Cornhuskers.
The Hawkeye vs. Cornhusker Rivalry
Beckett, Breese • December 19, 2024
Isaac Binder and his family attend the Minnesota Vikings game against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, Dec. 8.
Touchdowns and Letdowns: How Fans Are Reacting to Their Favorite Teams This December
Isaac Binder, Staff Reporter • December 16, 2024
The Counseling Center is filled with holiday decor to celebrate the season.
Student Council Prepares For the Holidays
Eli Geisler, Staff Reporter • December 12, 2024
Snow covers the Norwalk High School side parking lot during third period on Monday, Dec. 2.
First Snowfall in Norwalk
Eli Geisler, Staff Reporter • December 10, 2024
Norwalk's culinary and photography students collaborated for a Thanksgiving dinner photoshoot during fourth hour on Nov. 25.
Sharing Thanks: Reflections on Gratitude This Fall
Isaac Binder, Staff Reporter • December 6, 2024
More than just a fantasy
Keegan Johnson, Editor • December 6, 2024
Norwalk alumni Carson Fenster studies in his dorm at Iowa State University. Fenster is one of the many former Norwalk students continuing his education after high school.
Norwalk students prepare for college
Eli Geisler, Staff Reporter • December 5, 2024
News
Student Council Prepares For the Holidays
Eli Geisler, Staff Reporter • December 12, 2024
Trump wins presidential race
Brayden Plourde, Staff Reporter • December 2, 2024
Students reflect on presidential election
Abdi Ahmed, Staff Reporter • December 1, 2024
Authorities report school stabbing in Pella, Norwalk conducts lockdown drill
Brayden Plourde • November 20, 2024
Students to present Harry Potter play
Izabella Duggan, Staff writer • November 14, 2024
Multimedia
PHOTOS: Iowa Wild take on the San Jose Barracuda
Gavin Briar, Staff Reporter • December 3, 2024
Norwalk JV Football wraps up season
Beckett Breese, Staff Reporter • November 27, 2024
Behind the Scenes of Norwalk Warrior Football
Tavin Ferner, Staff Reporter • November 22, 2024
The Norwalk Girls Rugby Club Hosted Matches in Norwalk
Isaac Binder, Staff Reporter • November 12, 2024
Highlights From State Cross Country
Eli Geisler, Staff Reporter • November 7, 2024
A white out game at Penn States' Beaver Stadium earlier this season. Everyone in attendance is encouraged to wear white.
Sports
College Football Playoffs kickoff Dec. 20
Brayden Plourde, Staff Reporter • December 20, 2024

The new 12-team College Football Playoff bracket was released last Sunday, Dec. 8. Some teachers and students at Norwalk shared their opinions...

Tillman Pupcan and his father pose for a picture at Memorial Stadium, home of the Nebraska Cornhuskers.
The Hawkeye vs. Cornhusker Rivalry
Beckett, Breese • December 19, 2024
Isaac Binder and his family attend the Minnesota Vikings game against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, Dec. 8.
Touchdowns and Letdowns: How Fans Are Reacting to Their Favorite Teams This December
Isaac Binder, Staff Reporter • December 16, 2024
Iowa Wild forward Adam Raska looks for the puck against the Barracuda on Saturday, Nov. 2 at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines. The Wild secured their second straight win, with goalie Jesper Wallstedt winning the First Star.
Iowa Wild captures win against San Jose
Gavin Briar, Staff Reporter • December 3, 2024
Within the first 15 seconds of the game, Iowa Wild center Ben Jones scores the first goal of the game. Michael Milne would follow up in the first period. At the time of the goal, Ben Jones, Daemon Hunt, Devin Shore, Joseph Cecconi, and Reese Johnson were on the ice.
PHOTOS: Iowa Wild take on the San Jose Barracuda
Gavin Briar, Staff Reporter • December 3, 2024
Features
Tillman Pupcan and his father pose for a picture at Memorial Stadium, home of the Nebraska Cornhuskers.
The Hawkeye vs. Cornhusker Rivalry
Beckett, Breese • December 19, 2024

Some Norwalk students are in the minority of Cornhusker fans located in Iowa. Some of those students noticed a big rivalry between the Iowa Hawkeyes...

Isaac Binder and his family attend the Minnesota Vikings game against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, Dec. 8.
Touchdowns and Letdowns: How Fans Are Reacting to Their Favorite Teams This December
Isaac Binder, Staff Reporter • December 16, 2024

With the NFL playoffs fast approaching, emotions are running high among some fans. From stellar performances to frustrating missteps, some Norwalk...

The Counseling Center is filled with holiday decor to celebrate the season.
Student Council Prepares For the Holidays
Eli Geisler, Staff Reporter • December 12, 2024

With winter break soon approaching, Norwalk’s student council is helping Norwalk students get in the holiday spirit.  From Dec. 16 to Dec....

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