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Heres whats happening in the Russo-Ukrainian war
Here’s what’s happening in the Russo-Ukrainian war
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 04: Former U.S. President Donald Trump sits at the defense table with his defense team in a Manhattan court during his arraignment on April 4, 2023, in New York City. Trump was arraigned during his first court appearance today following an indictment by a grand jury that heard evidence about money paid to adult film star Stormy Daniels before the 2016 presidential election. With the indictment, Trump becomes the first former U.S. president in history to be charged with a criminal offense. (Photo by Seth Wenig-Pool/Getty Images)
Trump formally charged
NATIONAL HARBOR, MARYLAND - MARCH 04: Former U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to reporters before his speech at the annual Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) at Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center on March 4, 2023 in National Harbor, Maryland. Trump took questions from reporters over a range of topics including on the progress of his campaign and his opinions on the war in Ukraine. Conservatives gathered at the four-day annual conference to discuss the agenda of the Republican Party. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)
Manhattan jury indicts former president Donald Trump
Flying objects over North American territories spark concern
Flying objects over North American territories spark concern
Kim Reynolds officially signs the Students First Act into law on Jan. 28, 2023.
BHS reacts to Iowa’s education savings account
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
Human hand helps a sad lonely woman to get rid of depression. A young unhappy girl sits and hugs her knees. The concept of support and care for people under stress. Vector illustration in flat style
Education on mental health can deconstruct the stigma
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
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
Caitlin Clark is her
Caitlin Clark is her
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 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
Passing Time Vol. 3, Episode 2: Halloween Edition
Passing Time Vol. 3, Episode 2: Halloween Edition

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Matthew Gardner

Matthew Gardner, Staff Writer

Matthew is a sophomore. He's involved in BVM (Black Voices Matter), Best Buddies, Stu-Co, NHS and Speech and Debate. His favorite subject is science and he enjoys traveling whenever he can. Matthew is also bilingual and he lived in Colombia until fourth grade.

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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
May 31, 2023
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
Flying objects over North American territories spark concern

Flying objects over North American territories spark concern

Matthew Gardner, Staff Writer
February 15, 2023
Public funds belong in public schools

Public funds belong in public schools

Matthew Gardner, Staff Writer
February 13, 2023
Alexys Petersen gains control over her opponent.

Six Bettendorf wrestlers compete at Iowa’s first girl’s state wrestling tournament

Matthew Gardner , Staff Writer
February 8, 2023
House File 9 proposal concerning for LGBTQ students

House File 9 proposal concerning for LGBTQ students

Matthew Gardner, Staff Writer
January 25, 2023
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