Story by Abbey Stoetzel
You might’ve noticed a new coffee shop location on your Instagram timeline showing up in Lee’s Summit lately.
Post Coffee Company is a new coffee shop that has become a fast hit.The company was started by …
School Store Faces Regulations
Story by Sophie Black
This year, there have been many complaints regarding the school store and it’s new regulations on snacks and drinks. In past years, there has been an abundance of soda and sugary snacks and this year selections …
Students Educated on Financial Aid
Story by Lexie Salamone
On Jan. 15, a financial aid presentation was held in Bateman Hall. A representative from Avila University spoke to attendees with the help of West guidance counselors. Seniors and their parents were encouraged to come in …
Bio 2 Students Dissect Dogfish Sharks
Story by Jesslyn Jakobe
Biology 2 students prepare to start their shark dissection. They must review both internal and external anatomy of a dogfish shark. The whole dissection will last over the course of four days. The shark is only …
Students Weigh in on Ebola
Story by Catherine Hutinett
Ebola is a hot topic right now, but is Ebola as serious in the United States as it is in Africa? Students weighed in.
“In other countries that are not as rich as America, like Libera, …
Instrumental Music Holds Holiday Concert
The Music Department recently held their annual Holiday Concert. Kayla Uhl brings you the music of the Jazz Band, Symphonic Band, and Symphony Orchestra.…
Project Grad Dates to Remember
Each year after graduation, Project Grad hosts an event from the graduating senior class. To support this event, fundraising is needed. Here is a look at upcoming fundraisers.…
Read MoreWest Grad Finds Success in Film
From West to the big screen, graduate Austin Lyon is finding success in an industry that can be difficult to succeed in.
Lyon has acted in films such as “Mordecai”, “Pitch Perfect 2”, “Miles Ahead”, which will all come out …
Toys for a Cause
The holiday season is a time of joy no matter what you celebrate. Unfortunately, the joy doesn’t come easily for some. To make this happen, West holds a toy drive each year to support Hope House. Mackenzie Wilson brings you …
Read MoreHappy Veterans Day
Lee’s Summit West journalism appreciates and thanks those brave soldiers who have fought or are currently fighting for our country. We appreciate our right as journalists, protected by the First Amendment, and the many other rights given to us individually …