Story by: Sadie Webb
The Lee’s Summit West theater department is tackling a whole new genre of plays this year with, Fall plays, Rabbit Hole and Triangle Factory Fire Project.
‘’I wanted to explore something dramatic this year. We had …
See Ya at (the newly opened) IKEA
Story by: Christine Betts
The IKEA opening in Merriam, Kan. drew hordes of people, from the meatball fanatics to those redecorating their bedrooms.
The store, based originally in Sweden, has opened its first store in the Kansas City area. The …
Beach Ball Bands Bring Talent
Commentary by: Erin McFarland
Photo courtesy of beachballkc.com
The base from the stage pounded into the audience’s chests while strobe lights distorted images all around the stadium. Buzz Beach Ball 2014 was a great success this year as the bands …
Little Free Libraries Liven Up Lee's Summit
Story by: Abbey Stoetzel
One might have noticed a plethora of “Little Free Libraries” popping up around neighborhoods, suburbs and cities. A Little Free Library is a small stand (usually schoolhouse shaped) that serves as a free library to a …
Titan Click Drives the Importance of Safety to Attention
Story by: Erin McFarland
Teachers and faculty at West have always pushed safety and excellent behavior for students, but now the students are pushing back. A new club has been established at West, Titan Click, and they are fighting for …
Raising Awareness and Donations for ALS
Story by: Cassie Ferrick
In the past few weeks, a new phenomenon has clogged the Instagram feeds of thousands, all consisting of buckets filled with ice cold water, dedicated to the tragic disease, ALS.
ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis or Lou …
Lights Out Liberty
Story by: Lexie Salamone
On August 22, the Varsity football team played in their first home game against Liberty High School. The game was a success both for the cheering section in the stands, and the team on the field. …
Traditions Assembly kicks off a new year
West’s Junior class rials up for the class cheer. Each year, classes have competed chanting a familiar rally. Photo by Geena Conrad
The traditions assembly pepped up the crowd for tonight’s home opener against Liberty. On top of that, spring …
More students cause packed lunch shifts
Photo by Sophie Piatczyc
Story by Emily White
This year at West, students may notice the hallways are a little more crowded than previous years. However, it is not just the hallways; the lunch room has also become …
Welcome Freshmen 2014
Welcome back Titans! Mackenzie Elliot brings you up to date on what you need to know to make this school year a success.…
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