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February Horoscopes

February Horoscopes

Alexis Haymon, Contributor Feb 14, 2024

Happy February, Wolverines! You've made it through yet another month, and the stars have some very exciting things in store for us soon. We start off with the tail end of Aquarius season, and on the 19th the sun will move into Pisces, the last sign on...

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Mean Girls: What’s Old? What’s New?

Leila Freimanis and Nora Fitzpatrick Feb 14, 2024

The Mean Girls Musical adaptation was released in theaters on January 12th. The original movie became one of the most iconic movies of the 2000s, but will the adaptation live up to the same expectations? Freshman Sadie Regardie doesn't think so, “I...

The Grammy that is awarded to the winner of each category. Graphic courtesy of the recording academy.

The Grammys 2024

The Grammys are a highly anticipated event that typically happens every February. The Grammys celebrate the spectacular work of artists, producers, and dancers in the music industry. Awards are given to those who showcase excellent work in their category. Here...

Taylor Swift's Eras Tour earned more than $1 billion so far with another year to go.

A Fan’s View of Taylor Swift Through the Eras

Katie Olson Feb 12, 2024

Taylor Swift is one of the most accomplished and successful singer/songwriters across the globe. Why, you may ask? Swift is mainly known for her 10 albums that include her debut, Fearless, Speak Now, Red, 1989, Reputation, Lover, Folklore, Evermore,...

Curious about the Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time?

Curious about the Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time?

Addison Hood, Reporter Jan 31, 2024

Beyond the Page, West Potomac’s company, will present "Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time” for its winter play beginning February 1 - 10 in Kogelman Theatre. West Po’s rendition of the play is based on the 2003 book that follows  a gifted...

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Echo: A Solid New Chapter In the MCU

Jaylan Post and Miguel Tsang Jan 24, 2024

The Marvel Cinematic Universe has returned with an unlikely gem in its new series: Echo. With the series being the tenth series apart of the MCU, Echo follows the aftermath of the 2022 series, Hawkeye. Following Maya Lopez, former assassin and adopted...

The Wire’s Top 10 Album Picks for 2023

The Wire’s Top 10 Album Picks for 2023

Andrew Rapchak and Jaylan Post Jan 22, 2024

With it's diverse and innovative music sphere, this year has been defined by a lot of unique and amazing albums. With new artists bursting onto the scene and older artists expanding their style, this year has shaken up the music scene, these are some...

In 2017 Mexico found two presumed alien bodies that were recently found to be fakes and made out of a combination of animal and human bones

The Many Theories on Aliens

During the summer of 2023, three former military officials informed congress that the government is hiding things about UFOs that they haven’t told the public. There have been many recent reports about UFOs and aliens, yet there is still so much that...

The Hunger Games: Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes Poster

The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes Movie Review

Kira Canizalez and Katie Olson Jan 9, 2024

In Suzanne Collins' thrilling prequel, “The Ballad of the Songbirds and Snakes”, a haunting tale unfolds, revealing the origins of the Hunger Games and the complex journey of young Coriolanus Snow.  If you enjoyed watching the Hunger Games series...

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West Potomac’s Winter Clothing Essentials

Brrr, thinking about West Potomac's icy winters gives us chills! What's that one clothing must-have you can't survive without? Let's dive into the must-have items that will help Wolverines stay cozy and stylish all season long. These results are based...

Junior Alexis Haymon and Senior Emma Weyrauch volunteer to work the Art Cart Cafe. Hot coffee is brewed fresh, boiling water is available for a selection of herbal teas, Starbucks Frappuccino's, and many creamer's are provided to spruce up a beverage.

West Po Cafe Is Open To Further The Arts

Phoebe Schultz and Abdulahi Somane Dec 13, 2023

The Art Cart Cafe offers morning energy to West Potomac students and staff every Thursday and Friday morning. Located in the Springbank Connector by the stairwell outside of the Cafeteria, the National Art Honor Society (NAHS) sets up shop from 7:30 a.m....

Fortnite OG Eliminated, New Maps Dropped in “Big Bang”

Thomas Greene Dec 7, 2023

Fortnite players have spent the last month dropping in at some of the famed original locations such as Tilted Towers, Pleasant Park, and Salty Springs, all of which were brought back as a part of the limited time return of “Fortnite OG." Recently...