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Westside Administration Responds to “Devious Lick” Trend
Westside Administration Responds to “Devious Lick” Trend
Peter Collins, Wired Staff Writer • September 21, 2021

A new trend, “devious licks,” has surfaced on the social media app TikTok. A “devious lick”  involves posting a video of a stolen item, often from school property. This trend has swept the nation, leading the youth of America to steal everything...

Westside clubs hosted Club Fair Day to gain new members, and students were able to find activities that interested them at this event.
Club Fair Day Excites Students and Helps Clubs Gain Members
Alex Ingvoldstad, Wired Staff Writer • September 16, 2021
CDC Recommends COVID-19 Booster Shots for the Immunocompromised
CDC Recommends COVID-19 Booster Shots for the Immunocompromised
Dan Magruder, Wired Staff Writer • August 31, 2021
Participants of the tournament hang out while waiting for their next game.
Students to Host Annual Kickball Tournament in Honor of Jack Meehan
Ainsley Meyerson, Wired Managing Editor • August 27, 2021
Feature
Westside students participate in unified football with partners.
Unified Football Participants Share Experiences with the Program
Aubrey LeClair, Wired Staff Writer • September 21, 2021

Unified Football is a unique club offered at Westside that allows special needs students and volunteer “buddies” to compete in friendly football...

Nelson poses with models all wearing items from her collection För Välden at Omaha Fashion Week.
Westside Senior Gretchen Nelson Presents Collection at Omaha Fashion Week
September 14, 2021
After nearly 2 years of the COVID-19 pandemic, Warrior Theater plans to resume their annual New York City trip.
Warrior Theater: On Broadway!
September 13, 2021
Seniors chat to pass time during the six hour “Guard the Field” sleepover.
Seniors Participate in Annual “Guard the Field” Tradition
September 6, 2021
A&E
311 features the talents of lead singer Nick Hexum, guitarist Tim Mahoney and drummer Chad Sexton, who all attended Westside High School.
Concert Review: 311’s Live From The Ride Tour
Will Christiansen, Wired A&E Editor • September 23, 2021

On Sept. 8, 311 played at the Pinewood Bowl in Lincoln for their Live From The Ride Tour. Thousands of people gathered at Pioneers Park, waiting...

Tammy Faye Messner (Chastain) in all of her signature attire.
The Eyes of Tammy Faye - Review
September 22, 2021
Westside Wired’s September 2021 Playlist
Westside Wired’s September 2021 Playlist
September 15, 2021
Shang-Chi (Liu) battling with Wenwu (Leung) for the Ten Rings in Ta Lo.
Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings - Spoiler Review
September 14, 2021
Sports
PHOTO GALLERY: Westside vs. Grand Island
PHOTO GALLERY: Westside vs. Grand Island
Mary Nilius, Sports J Photographer • September 25, 2021

The Warriors and Islanders are in action for another Friday night matchup under the lights. Watch live here and on Warrior Television.
#3 Westside vs Grand Island | Westside Varsity Football
September 24, 2021
Sophomore Claire White runs in the Class of Metro meet. White placed first among her class. Photo by Eliza Haney
Expectations of a State Champion: Westside Cross Country Runner Claire White Working to Be at the Top
September 22, 2021
PHOTO GALLERY: Varsity Softball vs. Omaha Duchesne
PHOTO GALLERY: Varsity Softball vs. Omaha Duchesne
September 21, 2021
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