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Iowa AEAs at risk with new bill
Iowa AEAs at risk with new bill
Bettendorf student council fills truck with boxes of donated food to send to the River Bend Food Bank for the student hunger drive.
Student Council places second in 2023 student hunger drive
Taylor Swifts Eras tour became one of the most sought after venues of the summer.
Summer news recap
New York Haze: The skyline of New York glows under an orange haze caused by Canadian wildfires. Wildfires were primarily responsible for dangerous air quality through much of the summer months.
Recent severe weather causes devastation and was likely made worse by climate change
Heres whats happening in the Russo-Ukrainian war
Here’s what’s happening in the Russo-Ukrainian war
Eviction notice letter pasted on front door of house
Evicted: tackling homelessness in the Quad Cities
Wakanda Forever doesnt live up to first, but delivers in spirit
“Wakanda Forever” doesn’t live up to first, but delivers in spirit
Epilepsy, an often misunderstood condition
Epilepsy, an often misunderstood condition
Will King Charles be able to modernize the monarchy?
Will King Charles be able to modernize the monarchy?
CORK, IRELAND - MAY 20: Protesters demonstrate against the state visit by Queen Elizabeth II as she traveled to English Market on May 20, 2011 in Cork, Ireland. The Duke and Queens visit to Ireland was the first by a monarch since 1911. (Photo by Oli Scarff/Getty Images)
The death of Elizabeth II prompted mixed reactions from the Irish
Iowa schools need to stop using Native American mascots
Iowa schools need to stop using Native American mascots
Public funds belong in public schools
Public funds belong in public schools
British universities provide more benefits than American colleges
British universities provide more benefits than American colleges
Swifts Midnights reveals a master at her craft
Swift’s “Midnights” reveals a master at her craft
Spirit Halloween faces backlash over culturally insensitive costumes
Spirit Halloween faces backlash over culturally insensitive costumes
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
Drake Relays outlook
Drake Relays outlook
Senior Zach VanWychen competes in the 400 meter sprint at the Jesse Day Relays. VanWychen would go on to win the race.
VanWychen runs personal best, qualifies for Drake Relays
Freshman Riley Sweetland scans the field for an open teammate. Sweetland recorded two saves during PKs to help the Bulldogs secure the win against Assumption.
Girls soccer sneaks past the Knights in dramatic fashion
Senior Justin Anderson signs his commitment letter to play football with Iowa Western Football.
15 Bulldogs make their college plans official
The best dressed from 2023s Met Gala
The best dressed from 2023’s Met Gala
Archeologists close in on Cleopatras tomb
Archeologists close in on Cleopatra’s tomb
Lizzo included a gothic Gilded Age style dress, her corset reaching the floor accompanied by a large, flowing robe that would’ve been worn over tea gowns.
The 2022 Met Gala disappointed despite a promising theme
Passing Time: Vol. 4, Episode 1
Passing Time: Vol. 4, Episode 1
Passing Time is back: The Art Show Edition
Passing Time is back: The Art Show Edition
Passing Time Vol. 3, Episode 5
Passing Time Vol. 3, Episode 5
Passing Time Vol. 3, Episode 4 is here: Holiday Edition
Passing Time Vol. 3, Episode 4 is here: Holiday Edition
Passing Time, episode 3, Turkey Day edition
Passing Time, episode 3, Turkey Day edition

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Lauren Johnston

Lauren Johnston, Staff Writer

This is Lauren's first year as staff writer for  The Growl. Her hobbies include reading, playing the guitar and listening to Taylor Swift. Her favorite subject is English.

All content by Lauren Johnston
Passing Time is back: The Art Show Edition

Passing Time is back: The Art Show Edition

Lauren Johnston and Xavier Potts
April 27, 2023
Kaidan Vanderweele dribbles downfield against a Central DeWitt defender. The boys team is currently 4-2 on the season.

Assumption loss motivates Bulldogs for PV

Lauren Johnston, Staff Writer
April 17, 2023
Lauren Johnston and her mother.

Honoring women in our everyday lives

Lauren Johnston, Staff Writer
March 31, 2023
Passing Time: Episode 7-The Valentines Day Special--a little late due to technical difficulties

Passing Time: Episode 7-“The Valentine’s Day Special”–a little late due to technical difficulties

Lauren Johnston and Xavier Potts
February 15, 2023
The truth behind zodiac signs and compatibility

The truth behind zodiac signs and compatibility

Lauren Johnston, Staff Writer
February 14, 2023
Passing Time Vol. 3, Episode 5

Passing Time Vol. 3, Episode 5

Lauren Johnston and Xavier Potts
January 30, 2023
Bryan Kohberger is escorted by police. Kohberger was arrested for the murder of four University of Idaho students.

Idaho killer brought to justice

Lauren Johnston, Staff Writer
January 11, 2023
Swifts Midnights reveals a master at her craft

Swift’s “Midnights” reveals a master at her craft

Lauren Johnston, Staff Writer
December 20, 2022
Passing Time Vol. 3, Episode 4 is here: Holiday Edition

Passing Time Vol. 3, Episode 4 is here: Holiday Edition

Lauren Johnston and Xavier Potts
December 20, 2022
Griner, who was detained in a Russian prison since February on possession of marijuana, was released in a prisoner exchange on Dec. 8. She returned to the U.S. the following day.

Britney Griner returns home in exchange for “Merchant of Death”

Lauren Johnston, Staff Writer
December 19, 2022
Passing Time, episode 3, Turkey Day edition

Passing Time, episode 3, Turkey Day edition

Xavier Potts and Lauren Johnston
November 22, 2022
Eva Fiedler and Claire Franzman use teamwork to help load the truck on loading day.

Bettendorf places second in Hunger Drive competition

Lauren Johnston, Staff Writer
November 17, 2022
Passing Time Vol. 3, Episode 2: Halloween Edition

Passing Time Vol. 3, Episode 2: Halloween Edition

Lauren Johnston and Xavier Potts
October 27, 2022
Photo by David von Diemar on Unsplash

We may want to rethink our obsession with true crime

Lauren Johnston, Staff Writer
October 6, 2022
Charlie Zimmerman helps load boxes of canned food during last years loading day. Last years hunger drive raised a total of 53,000 pounds of food.

Kicking off the hunger drive at Friday’s game

Lauren Johnston, Staff Writer
September 30, 2022
Passing Time: Vol. 3

Passing Time: Vol. 3

Lauren Johnston and Xavier Potts
September 23, 2022
Passing Time makes a royal return

“Passing Time” makes a royal return

Lauren Johnston and Xavier Potts
September 23, 2022
Varsity runner Chase Wakefield attributes much of his success to a positive attitude.

Cross country poised to have best season in seven years

Lauren Johnston, Staff Writer
September 22, 2022
Students react to a stricter dress code

Students react to a stricter dress code

Lauren Johnston, Staff Writer
September 12, 2022
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