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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 Swift's Era's 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
Here's what's 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" doesn't 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 Queen's 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
Swift's "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 Zimmerman's 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 2023's Met Gala
The best dressed from 2023’s Met Gala
Archeologists close in on Cleopatra's 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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Xavier Potts

Xavier Potts, Staff Writer

This is Xavier’s first year as staff writer for  The Growl. His hobbies include athletics, playing the violin and gaming. His favorite subject is science.

All content by Xavier Potts
Passing Time is back: The Art Show Edition

Passing Time is back: The Art Show Edition

Lauren Johnston and Xavier Potts
April 27, 2023
Drake Relays outlook

Drake Relays outlook

Xavier Potts, Staff Writer
April 25, 2023
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

Xavier Potts, Staff Writer
April 24, 2023
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

Xavier Potts
April 17, 2023
Caitlin Clark is her

Caitlin Clark is her

Xavier Potts, Staff Writer
March 31, 2023
Passing Time: Episode 7-"The Valentine's 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
Sophomore Zander Glazebrook gets the win at districts to advance to the state tournament.

Bulldogs send record 14 wrestlers to state

Xavier Potts, 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
Cody Trevino gets the win in his match against Pleasant Valley earlier in the season.

Boys Wrestling takes third at The Clash

Xavier Potts
January 11, 2023
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
Passing Time, episode 3, Turkey Day edition

Passing Time, episode 3, Turkey Day edition

Xavier Potts and Lauren Johnston
November 22, 2022
Anticipation rises for the 2022 World Cup

Anticipation rises for the 2022 World Cup

Xavier Potts, Staff Writer
November 21, 2022
Four Bulldog runners compete at state

Four Bulldog runners compete at state

Xavier Potts, Staff Writer
November 3, 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
Hawkeyes need to pick up the ‘O’

Hawkeyes need to pick up the ‘O’

Xavier Potts, Staff Writer
October 4, 2022
Quarterback Charlie Zimmerman looks downfield to find an open receiver. A junior, this is Zimmerman's first year under center.

Rivalry week: Friday’s football outlook

Xavier Potts, Staff Writer
September 30, 2022
Fall sports breakdown: A recap on how it began and how it's going

Fall sports breakdown: A recap on how it began and how it’s going

Xavier Potts, Staff Writer
September 28, 2022
Passing Time: Vol. 3

Passing Time: Vol. 3

Lauren Johnston and Xavier Potts
September 23, 2022
Hope on homecoming: Friday's football outlook

Hope on homecoming: Friday’s football outlook

Xavier Potts, Staff Writer
September 23, 2022
"Passing Time" makes a royal return

“Passing Time” makes a royal return

Lauren Johnston and Xavier Potts
September 23, 2022
Senior Faith Furness is in position to make a pass. Furness has been a consistent performer for the Bulldogs this season.

Bulldog’s fall to Knights in four sets

Xavier Potts, Staff Writer
September 21, 2022
Friday's football outlook

Friday’s football outlook

Xavier Potts, Staff Writer
September 16, 2022
Friday’s football outlook for 9/9/22

Friday’s football outlook for 9/9/22

Xavier Potts, Staff Writer
September 9, 2022
The Bulldog defensive line bears down in an attempt to keep Urbandale out of the endzone.

Friday’s football outlook for 9/2/22

Xavier Potts, Staff Writer
September 2, 2022
The Bulldogs quickly strategize during a timeout versus Urbandale

Bulldogs look to last year as motivation

Xavier Potts, Staff Writer
September 1, 2022
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