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Meeting Tatiana Bonne-Schlote
On Nov. 4, the Library Leaders Club at Liberty invited a local author to discuss the writing, publishing and drafting process of creating a novel. Tatiana Schlote-Bonne, (she/her), is the author of...
View ArticleChristmas decorating: a joyful tradition or festive frenzy?
As December arrives, neighborhoods transform into sparkling atmospheres of twinkling lights, towering inflatables and snowy wonderlands. Christmas decorating started early October this year. Christmas...
View ArticleA look into the All-State music auditions
On Nov. 21 – 23, 19 Liberty musicians traveled to Iowa State University to have the opportunity to participate in the All-State music festival. For over 75 years, Iowa high school students have been...
View ArticleThe cross-town rivals: years in the making
Rivalries are some of the largest motivators in competition. Whether it’s academics or sports, rivals push each other to be the best. The Iowa City Community School District (ICCSD) is made up of...
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Liberty’s baton girls: conquering the field
Liberty High School is a newer school in the Iowa City Community School District (ICCSD), and has been catching up on adding extracurriculars and clubs. A few years ago, Liberty had its first baton...
View ArticleTeacher feature: Malyssa Oblander
Teachers at Liberty High School often go above and beyond to support their students in a variety of ways. Outside of teaching, they are sports coaches, club advisors, event organizers, and mentors....
View ArticleDelving into the beauty world: students turn to their peers to do their nails
In 2023, Sophie Vanderpol (she/her), 10, wanted to start a new hobby. She soon became interested in doing nails, not only for herself but for others as well. “I started doing nails because I saw so...
View ArticleLiberty Mic’d Up: Girls Basketball
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Why you should shop local
This year, for Christmas, my family decided to purchase presents exclusively from local businesses. From eccentrically themed boutiques, to family-owned restaurants, to the little coffee shop on the...
View ArticleNew legislation, same agenda
As we enter the new year, Iowa lawmakers prepare to reconvene for the 2025 legislative session. Although the session begins on Jan. 13, we already have an idea of what’s to come this year regarding...
View ArticleThe healthcare epidemic
Luigi Mangione suffered from severe chronic back pain that required a visit to the emergency room in 2023. He later had back surgery, leaving him with screws in his spine. Although the surgery was...
View Article“A Complete Unknown”: movie review
“A Complete Unknown” is a 2024 biopic directed by James Mangold and distributed by Searchlight Pictures. The film depicts the career of musical legend Bob Dylan (Timothée Chalamet) as he finds success...
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Voicing change: Choirs for a Cause
Liberty High School hosted the 2025 Choirs for a Cause. This event has been an ongoing tradition in the Iowa City Community School District (ICCSD). Before Liberty was built, City High and West High...
View ArticleKey insights into weather cancellations
Many students enjoy snow days, but how does the district decide if school is canceled? School cancellations are a common occurrence, especially during the winter months. Plenty of factors contribute...
View ArticleOut of commission: injuries that shape the season
One of the worst things that can happen to an athlete is getting injured and not being able to play the sport they love. Cooper Hughes (he/him), 12, is a member of the football and baseball teams....
View ArticleThe evolution of school safety
From fire drills to school resource officers, school safety measures have evolved in response to a constantly changing world. Because of the increased use of online platforms, social media is used to...
View Article“The Poppy War” trilogy in review
The Poppy War trilogy (TPW) by R. F. Kuang consists of “The Poppy War”, “The Dragon Republic” and “The Burning God”. This series is a ruthless, bloody story, following Runin (Rin) Fang the entire way....
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