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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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Hialeah Bever

Hialeah Bever, Editor

Hialeah Bever is a senior. This is her third year as a member of The Growl and her second as editor. Her hobbies include reading, gaming and writing. Her favorite subject is history.

All content by Hialeah Bever
The best dressed from 2023's Met Gala

The best dressed from 2023’s Met Gala

Hialeah Bever, Editor
May 17, 2023
Archeologists close in on Cleopatra's tomb

Archeologists close in on Cleopatra’s tomb

Hialeah Bever, Editor
April 27, 2023
Here's what's happening in the Russo-Ukrainian war

Here’s what’s happening in the Russo-Ukrainian war

Hialeah Bever, Editor
April 13, 2023
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

Hialeah Bever, Editor
April 6, 2023
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

Hialeah Bever, Editor
April 3, 2023
British universities provide more benefits than American colleges

British universities provide more benefits than American colleges

Hialeah Bever, Editor
February 8, 2023
Midterm election shows impact of young voters and challenges they face

Midterm election shows impact of young voters and challenges they face

Hialeah Bever, Editor
December 20, 2022
BHS students react to Supreme Court's consideration of the Affirmative Action policy

BHS students react to Supreme Court’s consideration of the Affirmative Action policy

Hialeah Bever, Editor
November 15, 2022
Will King Charles be able to modernize the monarchy?

Will King Charles be able to modernize the monarchy?

Hialeah Bever, Editor
October 3, 2022
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

Hialeah Bever, Editor
September 27, 2022
BHS shares complicated opinions on Elizabeth’s II death

BHS shares complicated opinions on Elizabeth’s II death

Hialeah Bever, Editor
September 19, 2022
Star performer: Kristy Cleppe shows off her vocal skills while performing with the Goldusters at last Friday's pep aud. For Cleppe, in her first year as head principal, she hopes to bring back a culture of fun and positivity for both students and staff.

Administration share their goals for the new school year

Hialeah Bever, Editor
September 9, 2022
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

Hialeah Bever, editor
August 1, 2022
Port Neches Groves High School displays a banner outside the school which includes the phrase, "Scalp 'Em," a line from their school song.

Mascot debate rekindled after Disney World performance

Hialeah Bever, Editor
August 1, 2022
Photo by Harrison Mitchell courtesy of Unsplash. Protestors gather outside the Supreme Court to oppose the overturn of Roe v. Wade.

Students protest reversal of Roe v. Wade

Hialeah Bever, Editor
May 25, 2022
What students know about the war in Ukraine

What students know about the war in Ukraine

Hialeah Bever, Editor
May 25, 2022
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