Shristi Dayal, Reporter

May 11, 2020

If you have been on Youtube, Instagram, or any social media platform, you may have noticed people taking some scissors and dye and changing the look of their hair. Some people...

Hannah McDonough, Editor

May 7, 2020

As businesses and public places throughout Texas start to reopen their doors to the public, many wonder if it's too soon. According to a press release from governor Greg Abbott,...

Akaash Reddy, Reporter

April 29, 2020

Self-isolation is very important, everyone should know that. But does everyone know exactly why? It isn't as simple as trying to not catch the virus. We self-isolate to...

Hannah McDonough, Editor

April 23, 2020

Coronavirus has become a familiar term to us all, and we all know the toll it has taken on people around the world, but what about its affect on our furry friends? With...

Hadley Norris, Reporter

April 6, 2020

1. Leafy greens It’s a no brainer that vegetables are good for you but leafy greens like kale, cabbage, and spinach are really important for your immune system especially...

Hannah McDonough and June Jung

March 11, 2020

Updated 4/3 On January 7, 2020, health authorities in China confirmed the first cases of novel coronavirus. It started in Wuhan, China, but has been spreading quickly....

Hannah McDonough, Kavan Stewart, and Katie Flannagan

March 5, 2020

Student stress is a common issue that has come up a lot. Watch the video to get a breakdown on what student stress is, the symptoms, and how you can avoid it.

Hannah McDonough, Editor

February 4, 2020

With the second semester starting, eighth-graders are getting ready to start high school. In February, eighth-graders will have meetings with their Westwood counselors to...

Harmony House, Reporter

February 4, 2020

Juice cleansing is a type of diet where people will only consume juices made from fruits and veggies from 3-10 days at a time. It has become prevalent over the last decade....

Hannah McDonough, Editor

December 18, 2019

As you're driving down 360, a road in Austin, around the holiday season, you may see a bunch of decorated trees. This has been an Austin tradition for a while, but lately,...

June Jung and Hannah McDonough

December 4, 2019

All species are a part of life on earth. Without them, the whole life cycle falls apart. But by helping to preserve them and their habitats, we do not need to worry so much...

Evlabia Konstantinou, Reporter

December 3, 2019

First Things First The phrase "kill shelter" gets misinterpreted. The fact that people don't donate to kill shelters cause even more animals to be euthanized. When people...

Evlabia Konstantinou, Reporter

October 23, 2019

*Disclaimer: Do your research before getting a pet* Most people, when they think of desired pets, might think of: dogs, cats, or even fish, but that doesn't even scratch...

Hannah McDonough, Editor

October 21, 2019

On Dec. 3, 2019, Giving Tuesday will be launching a global day of giving. Communities around the world will be hosting events, charities, and more. It has turned into one...