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Halloween thrives on new, old traditions
Halloween traditions are very important to many people. Many families carve pumpkins, creating Jack o’ Lanterns to celebrate. Halloween is the one time of the...
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Holmes students readying costumes for Halloween
As Holmes Junior High students wrap up their last week of school before their three-and-a-half-day weekend, many are getting into the Halloween spirit and sharing...
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Students share favorite Halloween movies
Halloween movies are a big deal to a lot of people. Some people like the spooky ones, others like the family friendly ones. No matter...
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Crumbl’s chocolately confection crushes Cedar Valley cookie competitors
October is a month of many treats, from the pumpkin-spiced to the buckets filled with trick or trick collections, but cookies are always in season,...
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Local pumpkin patch offers wide variety of fall fun
The Kiefers’ family moved to Waterloo in 1954. Earl and Mary Laverna raised their family to appreciate commitment to provide quality produce. The Kiefers’ family...
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The Final Stretch: Pokemon releasing new game this October
After years of waiting, Pokemon fans finally get to play Pokemon Legends Z-A for the original Nintendo Switch and the Nintendo Switch 2 this October. ...
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Holmes freshman offers opinions on AI use in school
AI is becoming increasingly popular, largely due to its rise in usage on platforms like TikTok and other social media apps. Freshman Eshal Saeed weighs...
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Instructional coach advocates appropriate AI use for school
Movies depict a dystopian future in which AI takes over the world, driving out humans, and controlling everything. In reality, AI is not that powerful....
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Drip With Meaning: Freshman’s journey with jewelry embedded with stories
Holmes freshman Sohpia VanWinkle is considerably well-known for her on-brand and stylish clothing. Winkle takes time each night to set out an elaborate and customized...
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Holmes teachers reflect and pass on Halloween traditions
In 1989, one teacher was dressing up as a pumpkin for her very first Halloween, while another was already deep into trick-or-treating dressed as G.I....
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Waterloo Public Library Friends hosting sale on Feb. 28
Anyone wanting to add to their book collection or downsize should visit the Friends of the Waterloo Public Library. Terry Seliga, an employee at the Waterloo Public Library, said,...
