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Passing Time: Vol. 4, Episode 1
Passing Time: Vol. 4, Episode 1
Jordan Martens, Charlie Zimmerman, and Alivia Isaacson September 22, 2023

In May 2023, Governor Reynolds signed several education bills into law. Perhaps the most controversial was SF 496, otherwise known as the Parental Rights Bill.
SF 496 causes frustration among BHS students
Chaz Nomura, Staff Writer

Weeks before classrooms across Iowa opened in 2023, some Iowa schools were asking parents' permission to use a child's nickname in class. Parents...

Blowout: The Bulldogs shake hands at the end of a 48-0 shutout of the West High Falcons.
Friday's Football Outlook
Editorial Staff

After a dominating game versus the Davenport West Falcons, the 2-0 Bulldogs look to add another win to their record and protect their #5 ranking....

Fridays Football Outlook
Friday's Football Outlook
Editorial Staff

Friday night finds the 1-0 Bulldogs taking on the 1-0 West High Falcons at TouVelle stadium. The Falcons look to build on last season's successful...

Let them fly: the class of 2023 officially celebrates their graduation from BHS with the traditional tossing of the mortar board.
BHS class of '23 turns the tassel
Matthew Gardner

  It is that time of year again, where the 2023 high school seniors have reached what we deem as the age where they are ready and prepared...

Taylor Swifts Eras tour became one of the most sought after venues of the summer.
Summer news recap
Kenz Morrison, Staff Writer • September 18, 2023

As the summer officially comes to a close, it should be noted that it was another hot one, not only because the thermometer hit record numbers yet again, but also because of the many newsworthy events. Wildfires devastated Canada and Hawaii, “Barbie”...

Leader of the pack: Quarterback Charlie Zimmermans experience at the helm has helped him lead the Bulldogs to a 3-0 start.
Bulldogs look to continue win streak
Editorial Staff September 15, 2023

It was another dominating performance by the Bulldogs last Friday versus Urbandale. The 48-10 route of the J-Hawks continued what is shaping up to be a season of redemption for the Dogs. The offense gained 423 yards through a balanced air and ground attack,...

Wakanda Forever doesnt live up to first, but delivers in spirit
"Wakanda Forever" doesn't live up to first, but delivers in spirit
Chaz Nomura, Staff Writer • November 22, 2022

Losing Chadwick Boseman seemed like a heavy blow to the Black Panther franchise. So making this movie at all just seemed like the wrong choice,...

Epilepsy, an often misunderstood condition
Epilepsy, an often misunderstood condition
Chaz Nomura, Staff Writer • November 11, 2022

Epilepsy is one of the most misunderstood neurological diseases and the fourth most common. November is National Epilepsy Awareness Month and...

Iowa schools need to stop using Native American mascots
Iowa schools need to stop using Native American mascots
Matthew Gardner, Staff Writer • April 18, 2023

On March 29, I attended a student council district conference at Oskaloosa High School in Oskaloosa, IA.  It was my first time visiting the...

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The best dressed from 2023s Met Gala
The best dressed from 2023's Met Gala
Hialeah Bever, Editor • May 17, 2023

*In no particular order   Jenna Ortega Anne Hathaway Doja Cat Yung Miami Diddy Stephanie Hsu Conan Gray Alton...

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The Growl: Print Edition, May 19, 2023
Meet the Staff
Reece Schrader
Reece Schrader
Staff Writer

Reece is a senior, and this is her first year as a staff writer for The Growl. Reece wrestles for the high school and is also involved in National Honors Society. Her favorite subject is English or literature...

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