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The Starbucks in Norwalk opened January 12, 2024. It is located by the new sports complex and is constantly busy.

Students enjoy new Starbucks location in Norwalk

Riley Samuelson June 17, 2024

The new Starbucks in Norwalk opened on January 12, 2024. Construction started April 24, 2023, and after nine long months, it is now open to the public. Norwalk senior Quinn Trilk said she loves Starbucks...

Norwalk Jazz I performs on Saturday, March 9, on the hangar deck of the USS Intrepid. The Intrepid was used as a battleship against the Japanese during World War II.

Norwalk High School Band Trip to New York

Riley Samuelson, Staff Writer April 22, 2024

The Norwalk High School Band ventured to New York City over Spring Break. The trip was from March 7th through March 12th. A few days were spent traveling to and from New York, so the time spent in the...

Band director Mr. Heltman directs one of the 6th grade band at the band concert on May 9th. This is the last concert he will direct before his retirement.

Middle School Band Director Retires

Riley Samuelson May 25, 2023

Mr. Jeff Heltman is retiring from the position of middle school band teacher after 40 years at Norwalk Middle School.  “I think 40 is a good number,” he said. “I have a little grandson and my...

Jenny and Chris Thomas pose for a picture during their rehearsal dinner at  Spaghetti Works on October 17, 2008. Jenny Thomas said she will miss the restaurant deeply.

No More Spaghetti

Riley Samuelson, Staff Writer April 26, 2023

Spaghetti Works, a restaurant that has been a part of the downtown Des Moines scene for over 45 years, closed on March 27, and this has impacted Norwalk students and staff. According to a Des Moines...

Senior Aiden Funk poses for a photo as he plays video games on his computer. Funks passion for video games leads him to have an interest in E-sports.

E-sports interest in Norwalk community

Conner Kennelley, Former Staff Writer January 27, 2023

Norwalk High School has many sports that it supports. Sports like football, softball, rugby, and, most recently, girls wrestling, take up most of the spotlight. However, there may be room for more. Many...

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