March Madness to Hit WD!

INFORMATION GATHERED BY ERIN NORTON
No, this is not a disease you catch, and it is not a fever. This is a weeklong celebration at Western Dubuque High School. To kick off the week, the ever-popular Sadie Hawkins dance will be held March 16, which is the weekend before March Madness ensues! Then, during the week of March 19-23, many different activities will be held. Some of these activities include the Senior Survivor Contest, which will last the entirety of the week.  This activity simulates the television program; however, to compete, students must be seniors at Western Dubuque High School.  These students must be willing to struggle through various challenges and sleep at the school all week long—with no technology and only one bag of clothes to utilize.  Student participants must also sport their unique logo T-shirts all week long.  Truly, only the strongest will survive this event. Additionally, the Mr. WD High Pageant will be held in the middle of the week.  This event serves to bring out the school spirit of junior and senior male students, concluding with the title of Mr. WD High being bestowed upon a true representative of Western Dubuque High School.  The Westerner will offer a full report of these events in our next issue.   

Off to See the Wizard!

BY ALICIA ERRTHUM

This spring, Western Dubuque will bring a quest for the necessities in life to the stage:  intelligence, compassion, courage, and a sense of belonging.  The Wizard of Oz is perhaps one of the most beloved and well-known musicals of all time.  It features Dorothy, a spirited teenager who aspires for a place to belong.  During a tornado, she and her dog Toto are swept from Kansas and arrive in the land of Oz.  With their friends Scarecrow, who yearns for a brain; Tin Man, who lacks a heart; and Lion, who desires courage, they seek the aid of the Wizard of Oz.   

Production dates are April 20, 21, and 22 to be held in the Western Dubuque High School old gymnasium. 

Director:  Mr. Amosson

Sutdent Director:  Anna Kluesner

Dorothy:  Alicia Errthum

Aunt Em:  Emily Vaughan

Uncle Henry:  Chance Ingles

Lion:  Ali Brown

Tin Man:  Colleen Hoffmann

Scarecrow:  Brianna Kennedy

Ms. Gulch/Wicked Witch:  Molly Becker

Professor Marvel/Wizard of Oz:  Ryan Schmitt

Glinda:  Bri Stillmunkes

The Chorus:

Kirsten Anderson Trisha Block Brooke Bockenstedt Megan Demmer Nathalie Digman Athena Dorr-Henson Jarraka Elsner Sarah Errthum Claudia Greenwood

Ashley Knight Patrick Leitzen Sara McAuliffe Alyssa Meeker Megan Meyer Shelby Montag Lucy Mulert Abby Rollins Laila Sahir

Megan Tallman Trevor Then Katelynn Till Nicole Valentine Sabrina Vonderhaar Sarah Walsh Dani Welsh Nellie Welsh Ally Zauche

Senior Spotlight

INTERVIEW CONDUCTED BY UNKNOWN STAFF

Name:  Olivia Steffen

Favorite TV show:  Dance Moms    

            Favorite movie(s):  The Harry Potter series

Favorite song:  “Here (In Your Arms)” by Hellogoodbye

Favorite sport(s):  Dance and golf

Favorite color:  Pink

Favorite school subject/class:  Show choir

Favorite restaurant: House of China 

What is your favorite thing to do?  I only dance; therefore, my favorite thing to do is dance.

If you could take a trip anywhere, where would you go?  Australia

What is the last book you read? The Hunger Games series

What is something you want to do before you die?  Get a T-shirt and a picture in all 50 states!

What are your future plans?  My plans are to attend a university in the state and to become a radiologist. 

Senior Spotlight

Name:  Maloree Cummer

Favorite actor/actress:  Adam Sandler and Reese Witherspoon

Favorite TV show:  Friends

Favorite movie:  Sweet Home Alabama

Favorite color:  Blue

Favorite band/singer:  Chris Young

Favorite restaurant:  Applebee’s

What is your favorite thing to do?  Hang out with friends

If you could take a trip anywhere, where would you go? Italy

What is something you want to do before you die?  Race a racecar

What are your future plans?  Attending Mt. Mercy for nursing

Senior Spotlight

Name:  Cody Frommelt

Favorite TV show:  Criminal Minds.  I love suspense.

Favorite sport:  Soccer.  I prefer to play it versus watching it.

Favorite subject/class:  Spanish

If you could take a trip anywhere, where would you go?  I would backpack through Europe and try to see a little bit of everything. 

If you had $1,000, what would you do with it?  Take a small vacation to wherever.

What is your most prized possession?  My coin collection.  I’ve put more time and money into it than I really care to admit. 

If you could choose any occupation, what would it be?  Journalist.  I like to know what’s going on in the world and how it affects us. 

What is the last book you read?  Catching Fire of the Hunger Games trilogy.

What was the last movie you went to see?  One for the Money with Sherri Hall.

What is something you want to do before you die?  Tour the world and help humanity.

If you were a car, what kind would you be?  A SAAB—unconventional, progressive, distinct style.

What are your future plans?  Going to NICC for general education courses.  Then, I will go on to a Regent University somewhere in the Midwest.  I am unsure of my major so far. 

Art Corner: Samantha Cupps

    

 Art Corner:  Samantha Cupps is featured here with one of her pieces—“Starlight.” 

BY COLLEEN HOFFMANN

Samantha Cupps is a senior at Western Dubuque High School and a spectacular artist. She is an important member of the art program at Western Dubuque. The picture shown above is one of her favorites. It is titled “Starlight.” Cupps says she enjoys working with lots of color and nighttime or starry scenes. Her favorite mediums to work in include graphic design and many of the traditional methods such as pencil, drawing, painting, and others. According to Cupps, her future plans are to go to college for some kind of art, most likely graphic design. Cupps first became interested in art when her sister entered a competition, and, because she wanted to follow in her sister’s footsteps, she started to play around with it. It wasn’t until later that she started to enjoy it, and then decided to make it part of her lifestyle. To view more of Samantha Cupps’s work, you can visit harmony-fox.deviantart.com.

Western Dubuque Bowling Goes to State for Second Time, Return as 2-time Champions

The 2012 State Champion Western Dubuque High School Bowling Team received their awards on Feb. 23.  Pictured L to R:  Luke Maiers, Coach Tom Specht, Luke Schroeder, Jared Mueller, Austin Meeker, Logan Bahl, Brad Schroeder, and Coach Al Heiberger. 

BY BRAD PRIER

The 2011 State Champion Bobcat boys’ bowling team went to state for the second time on Thursday, Feb. 23. The Bobcats qualified as a team and Luke Schroeder qualified individually. Megan Dolphin was the only female Bobcat bowler to qualify individually.

Coached by Al Heiberger, the Bobcat boys were 6th in the state in regular season with a match average of 3100.4 pins. They were 10th in the state for individual game average of 205.3, as well as being 2nd in the state for baker game average with 209.4. A baker game occurs when each of the five varsity players for a team bowls two frames in a single game to achieve the highest score possible. The Bobcats went 8-3 in regular season matches. The Bobcats made it to state by taking second at the district event in Manchester, becoming an at large qualifier.

Luke Schroeder bowled 22 games this season with a total pinfall of 4660. Schroeder had an average of 211.8 with a high game of 259. Schroeder’s series average was 423.6 with a high series of 461.

Megan Dolphin bowled 20 games this season with a total pinfall of 3205. Dolphin had an average of 160.3 with a high game of 235. Dolphin’s series average was 320.5 with a high series of 440.

The Bobcat boys returned home with their trophy and gold medals around their necks, receiving an escort from the Farley fire department Thursday night. Coach Al Heiberger said that “the team performed very well” at state. Logan Bahl and Austin Meeker tied for 3rd place individually. The Bobcats won by a margin of less than 75 pins. The boys’ state champion team consisted of Luke Maiers, Brad Schroeder, Luke Schroeder, Logan Bahl, Jared Mueller, and Austin Meeker. Our congratulations to the team for being state champions and for an overall great season to all the other boys and girls involved in bowling. Al Heiberger would also like to give a “thanks to the fans and families of the bowlers.”

Speech Team Members Advance to State

BY ERIN NORTON

Congratulations to the Western Dubuque Speech Team for an outstanding performance at the District Individual Contest on Saturday, Feb. 25 at Maquoketa Valley!  Seven of the team’s members will be advancing to the state competition.  Jacob Barnwell, a sophomore, will compete in Storytelling; Marcus Ingles, a sophomore, in Radio News and Improv; Alicia Errthum, a senior, will participate in the After Dinner Speaking and Solo Musical Theater categories; Jackie Wessel, also a senior, will compete in After Dinner Speaking; Colleen Hoffmann, a junior, will compete in both Poetry and Solo Musical Theater; Katelynn Till, a freshman, will participate in Storytelling and Improv; and Justin Kluesner, a junior, will compete in Original Oratory.  The state competition is to be held in Forest City on March 10.  Good luck! 

State Solo & Ensemble Contest

BY BROOKE BOCKENSTEDT

The State Solo and Ensemble Contest is for students in band and/or choir. It requires a tremendous amount of effort and ability. First, the musician selects a composition that he or she will prepare for judges. Students can perform solos, duets, or pieces with large groups. Over the course of several weeks, and in some cases months, the student both learns his or her pieces and practices with his or her accompanists. It takes regular dedication and insight on how they are to execute the music and make it one’s own. The music teachers help significantly in building the student into the best performer he or she can be. 

Finally, the day will arrive, carrying with it some nerves and the desire to excel. When being judged, the knowledgeable critic rates the player on a scale of one to five; five, being the worst, is described as a performer hardly playing correct notes with lack of commitment. One is the best, with the performer having accurate notes. However, to get that one, the performer will also need that extra something: contrasting dynamics and personalization. 

Being a musical student myself, I am currently feeling the anticipation in preparing the pieces I will execute. The mental strains are also high with this being my first year as a high school student in the State Solo and Ensemble Contest. 

This year the Western Dubuque band has 46 entries for the State Solo and Ensemble Contest. The amount of soloists is at an all-time high, along with some new additions. Several students are participating in the new soprano saxophone solos and the new woodwind choir. Wish us luck! 

Creative Writing Corner

BY BRITTNI WENDLING

The freshman English classes have been chipping away, working on poetry units.  The students have been digging inside of themselves to bring out their inner Shakespeare while adding their own unique and creative twists to their writing. Some of the types of poetry studied in this diverse unit include haikus, sonnets, concrete poems, acrostic poems, and free verse poems.

 A haiku is a short poem with lines of five syllables seven syllables, and
then another five syllables. Here is a spirited haiku written by Brandon
Hogan:

We never give up.
We play to the last second.
We are the Bobcats.

A sonnet is a more complex poem that contains 14 lines with 10 syllables
in each line. It has a definite rhythm and rhyme. The two types of sonnets
include Petrarchan sonnets and Shakespearean sonnets.

Free verse poetry has no patterns of rhyme and rhythm or rules, and it is
basically the most creative form of poetry. Two types of free verse poetry
include concrete poems and acrostics.  Concrete poetry is where the poetry
forms into an image that represents the poetry. An acrostic poem is a poem
where certain letters (usually the first) are used to combine sentences to
represent a word or a saying.

Here is a free verse poem written by Kyle Valentine:

                        War
                My name is short,
                but I last forever.
                Since the dawn of time,
                I have been lurking.
                I am a disease with no cure.
                People say they have
                won me, but really
                I am the victor.
                Men say they control
                the world but I
                control man.
                Man is weak, I am strong.
                I can’t be caged.
                No matter how many
                locks you put on me.
                I always escape.
                Day after day, night
                after night. I continue
                on. Months, years,
                decades I keep burning
                strong like a fire.
                Piles of bodies begin
                to appear because of
                me. Death thanks me
                for the dead and I smile.
                My name is War and
                if man does not end
                me I will end man.

Here is an acrostic poem written by Laila Sahir:

        Lost amongst the written words
        In a jungle of rustling pages,
        Tied to each character by an invisible bond,
        Edging ever nearer to imaginary places,
        Rapt by the indescribable images,
        Amazed at how each
        Tale unfolds.
        Universes are connected through this most spectacular of arts.
        Readers everywhere take delight in these printed worlds.
        Extraordinary fantasies become realities through the human imagination.

Giddy up, Bobcat Band: Western Dubuque Marching Band Heads to Ticket City Bowl

INTERVIEW BY EMILY VAUGHAN

The Western Dubuque Bobcat Marching band is heading to the Cotton Bowl Stadium in Dallas, Texas for their band trip. Before the Bobcat Band saddles up and heads to ‘The Lone Star State,’ the band director, Michael Omarzu, sat down with me for an interview about the upcoming band trip.

EV: What other bowls have you been to?

MO: When I was in college, I went to the Holiday Bowl a couple times, and I went to a bowl in Tokyo, Japan.

EV: What kind of activities will the band participate in while down in Texas?

MO: Marching in parades, marching at the bowl, and will be doing some concert band and jazz band gigs

EV: Can you tell me about the article that was written about the WD Band in a magazine?’

MO: The article was posted in the National Teaching Music Magazine and was about how cool it was that we went to the Sugar Bowl last year.

Congrats Basketball

Boys Basketball came 2nd place in the state tournament at wells fargo arena in a double OT heartbreaker. The bobcats came back to tie things up in the 4th quarter after startng down by 10 points. The panthers got a 3 point shot with less than 5 seconds left in the first OT. the bobcats became tired in the 2nd OT and lost to Mt Pleasant with a score of 66-62. Bobcats finished the season 24-3.

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Congrats Bowlers

Our Congratulations to the boys bowling team for their 2nd consecutive state championship. Good luck also to the boys basketball team at state next week.

Senior Spotlight

2012 Horoscopes and Love Forecasts

CREATED BY BREANNA REISEN AND ABBY GLOECKNER

Aquarius - Aquarians are always people oriented. They stay surrounded by many friends all the time. They are
good communicators and possess engaging personalities; hence, people tend to be easily attracted to Aquarians. Aquarians, however, are extremely sensitive and vulnerable, even when surrounded by many friends. In reality, they can have very few close friends. In a romantic relationship, the universal nature of their zodiac sign makes them somewhat detached and aloof. They may seem uninterested in building a romantic relation.

Pisces - A wide range of characteristics can be found among Pisceans which makes them somewhat unpredictable. Pisceans are independent people and enjoy maintaining their separate identities even when moving in a group. The dreamy nature of the Pisceans also affects their love lives at times. Imaginary love plays a very crucial role in the life of a Piscean. They tend to build an imaginary idea of their perfect partners and are easily hurt when the reality doesn’t match their dream. Pisceans often remain confused about where to begin or end a relation. However, if a Piscean receives a partner who can guide him/her through the ups and downs of life, he/she is likely to stay committed. This year is going to be fulfilling for the members of this sign. You may expect your love to mature simultaneously with your relationship.

Aries - Changes are bound to happen and for good. Unwanted hurdles and matters from past may come up in the present. Being level headed and handling issues calmly is highly recommended. Someone special may catch your attention soon. Love sparks are expected to fly for Aries. You will be able to communicate your feelings well to your spouse or loved one. Things won’t be as easy as expected. Look forward to a fresh beginning in your love life. Those suffering ups and downs in relationships can look forward to a change for the better as well. These are sure to refill your love life with new hope and additional goals. Expect the unexpected and choose to be in love all over again. Leave your past behind and go ahead.

Taurus - Your communication strengthens and helps you convey your feelings to your beloved. Send emails,
greeting cards, or a letter to let the person know how much you care. Your heart will have a voice of its own, giving signals to you every time something important happens in your love life. Be careful and stay away from problems. Sensitive discussions are expected to take place. A loved one may get emotional over issues that may not have occurred to you. Avoid getting stuck with little matters as something big awaits you. Patience will actually help the Taurus with love. Romance is on high, so you need not worry. If a new relationship begins, do not rush into intimacy before it matures. A slow start is always better than a rushed one. The love of your life will require your care, which you will gladly provide. Get ready to have a wonderful love life.

Gemini - Gemini are known for their indecisive natures. Just like other areas, their love lives are full of confusions. Due to this nature, there are ups and downs in the personal front. Major change, however, is expected to take place in between January and June this year. The best way to stay away from such problems is to be sure of your decision. You also need to be more fun loving and appreciate the little things. This will also help you to improve your relation with your spouse or loved one. You should spend more time with him/her to understand the issues and solve them tactfully. Gemini has several reasons to smile. Old relations may end, giving way to new ties. Someone special is expected to enter your life. You can look forward to a stable relationship rather than expecting more out of your love life. Being proactive will help you nurture your love life. To make the appropriate decision, listen to your heart. Being imaginative is fun, but putting them into reality is the challenge that you will face.

Cancer - Be careful with what you say, as one word may blow up a relation that you have been trying to preserve. Exercising your biggest strength of patience is the best thing to do when it comes to tender relationships. Give priority to your partner’s needs. You must realize that you are not right all the time, so avoid being too sure of your moves this year. You need to figure out the problems before reaching a decision. You need to invest your time and effort in love this year. Older issues will get sorted out and newer love bonds are likely to happen. Newer love ties may take place. Existing relationships will strengthen. Expectations from romantic affairs will be higher and so will the satisfaction. People of this zodiac sign are compatible with Pisces, Virgo, Leo, and Taurus. The romantic pull will be irresistible and thrilling.

Leo - The powerful Leo is all set to have a splendid year. Your love life is on the slide, so be careful. Proud as
you are, you barely notice people around you. Not that it’s your fault; you are just too busy tending yourself and that’s not a sin. Time urges you to pay attention to your loved one. Spend some time noticing the not-so-important things in your partner. Appreciate the efforts of your dear one and see the magic of love engulf you. To make this happen, however, you need to control your mood swings, as these may hamper a good relationship. A strong bond may fall apart if you can’t handle your anger. Save your relationship from going down south this year. If single, you will attract that special someone. Romance and passion are at a high. People under Leo will also revive old ties and estranged relationships and get the family together with their love and sincere effort. Leos are compatible with Virgo, Libra, Cancer, and Gemini.

Virgo - Virgos have many positive traits to offer a relationship, notably their practicality and reliability. They
are also known for their excellent hygiene, modesty, and adaptability. On the other hand, they can be fussy,
conservative, and critical by nature which can call for a great deal of patience from their partner. The Virgo tendsto lack a bit of conviction when it comes to decision making and can sometimes appear emotionally distant. But this is by no means a true reflection of their character as, deep down, they are kind, sympathetic, witty, and always willing to help others. Perhaps more than any other sign, it is a question of finding the right match for a Virgo. Once a truly loving and mutual connection has been formed, a Virgo will be both loyal and understanding. When they are committed to a relationship, on the other hand, it can also be a great source of pride.

Libra - Libras are blessed with some of the most valuable qualities to preserve and enhance a relationship. They are among the most understanding and considerate of lovers and will go to great lengths to resolve any issues that arise. The Libra can be incredibly tolerant and forgiving of flaws in their partners and have a naturally calm and easy- going nature. Yet, Libras can sometimes cause irritation in their partners as they display an apparent ambivalence when a more excited or angry reaction might be expected. Equally, they may appear angered by a situation that does not seem to warrant it. However, in general the Libra is among the easiest of signs with which to develop a friendship and relationship. The Libra is likely to excel in a managerial or leadership role.

Scorpio - Scorpios have many positive traits that make them very desirable partners including power, determination, and their notorious passion. On the downside, they can also be jealous, secretive, and emotionally volatile. If they are able to harness their emotions and turn them into positive energy, they can be hugely creative, confident, and practical. However, they can take criticism very personally, and, if not corrected, can eat away at their insides and build resentment which will eventually be unleashed on their most trusted confidante. This can be a great asset, particularly in the workplace where they are often suited to roles that involve problem solving or counseling. They are extremely good at discovering the truth; indeed, the Scorpio can sometimes appear almost psychic.

Sagittarius - Sags are known to be some of the most spirited and optimistic of all the Zodiac signs, and these
traits make them naturally appealing to others. Their happy-go-lucky approach to life is often backed up by a
determination to succeed which enables them to bowl along from one situation to the next. The Sagittarius is often well regarded and respected as a friend or partner. They may have a tendency to avoid serious relationships or marriage and prefer instead to continue their single lifestyle. Given sufficient space, they can still function perfectly well in a long-lasting relationship, but if they start to feel their partner is smothering their independence, they will not flourish. It should also be said that, once they are in a truly compatible relationship, the Sagittarius can make wonderfully enjoyable and committed partners.

Capricorn - Capricorns have numerous positive traits that are invaluable in any lasting relationship. They
are known for their careful and patient nature, as well as being practical but at the same time ambitious. Their
weaknesses include staying on the side of caution and being a little pessimistic. The Capricorn is known for being solid and reliable with feet firmly planted on the ground. This often manifests itself in their working lives as they make excellent group leaders and naturally progress to managerial roles. They can be extremely persistent, sometimes to an irritating degree, but they are basically ensuring that the job gets done efficiently and on time. They can be a touch overzealous in this regard, which may lead to them not being particularly popular among colleagues.

Senior Spotlight

Name: Caitlyn Tekippe

Birthday: February 5, 1994

Favorite Class: Video Productions without a doubt. Everything about it was
awesome!

Favorite Teacher: Mr. Smith, although we definitely have a love/hate relationship

Favorite School Lunch: Taco salad for sure!

Favorite Color: Blue

Favorite Television Show: “Keeping Up with the Kardashians” or “The Bachelor,” probably two of the most hated shows in America!

Future Plans: Attend Winona State University and study abroad in Ireland while there! I'm not sure about which major yet.

Where Do You See Yourself in Ten Years: Rich and famous....just kidding! In 10 years, I would like to have a job that requires a lot of travel.

Celebrity Crush: I can't decide on just one! I have always had a soft spot for Zac Efron though. And I will probably marry Liam Hemsworth because I love him in “The Last Song.”

Senior Spotlight

INTERVIEWS CONDUCTED BY ERIN NORTON

Name: Matt Bell

Birthday: January 26, 1994

Favorite Class: Has to be Programming 2!

Favorite Teacher: Mr. Omarzu

Favorite School Lunch: There is nothing better than spicy chicken sandwiches!

Favorite Color: Blue

Favorite Television Show: I don't want much T.V., but if I had to pick, it would be “The Colbert Report.”

Future Plans: Attending a college where I can major in Computer Science

Where Do You See Yourself in Ten Years: I'd love to see myself with a well-paying job and a home.

Celebrity Crush: Emma Watson

The Clubhouse – The Latest Updates on WDHS Clubs and Organizations

COMPILED BY BRENNA WOLFE

This month the following clubs and organizations at Western Dubuque High School have news about
their current activities:

Speech: Congratulations to the Western Dubuque Speech Team for doing very well at the WAMAC
Large Group Competition! Placing 4th and earning a one rating was the ensemble of Jackie Wessels
and Alicia Errthum. Placing 4th and earning a one rating in Improv was the team of Jacob Barnwell,
Morgan Tomas, and Katelynn Till. Placing 5th and earning a one rating in Improv was the team of Brenna
Wolfe, Nicole Valentine, Megan Meyer, Marcus Ingles, and Aaron Ostwinkle. Placing 5th and earning
a two rating in Readers’ Theater was the team of Brenna Wolfe, Morgan Tomas, Justin Kluesner, Jacob
Barnwell, Megan Meyer, Katelynn Till, Aaron Ostwinkle, Marcus Ingles, Nicole Valentine, and Patrick
Leitzen. Go Speech!

Student Council: The WDHS Student Council will be hosting the WAMAC Leadership Conference on
February 8th at Western Dubuque High School. See Mr. Tom Danner for the schedule. Please come and
support WDHS Student Council!

FFA: West Dubuque FFA is celebrating 50 years and would like to see as many alumni as possible attend
the 50th West Dubuque FFA Banquet on March 25th.

Not only are we looking forward to having you join us on that day, but we are also tracking past FFA
officers, achievements, and great memories, as, over the years, some of this information has not been
passed down to us. We want to celebrate 50 years of FFA by having past members present their
memories of West Dubuque FFA.

We will be serving a great meal with the choice of steak or pork chop, with all the fixings. If you would
like tickets, please contact Mr. Lansing or any West Dubuque FFA member. There will be a silent
auction, live auction, and many door prizes. We are hoping to be able to share current activities and
projects with the past members as well as share the achievements that have made West Dubuque FFA
what it is today.

On Feb. 3rd , we are looking for some community supporters of the FFA who would be interested in
viewing and sitting on a discussion panel with students regarding the documentary, “American Meat.”
This documentary will display the positive impact of the American meat industry. The viewing will be
from about 8:00 to 11:00 a.m. and will be shown at Western Dubuque High School in the old gymnasium.
If you are interested in this, please contact WD FFA office or Mr. Lansing.

On another note, National FFA and Monsanto have created a competition for farmers to support
and reconnect with local FFA Chapters. Since Jan. 16th, farmers in the local area have been able to
www.ffachapterchallenge.com and register as a farmer supporting West Dubuque FFA. All votes will be
tallied, and after Feb. 29th, the National FFA will issue cash prizes to top chapters in each state. Please
support your local FFA and register today!

FBLA: Join us on Friday, March 2nd to eat a HyVee dinner and then watch hypnotist Gabriel Homes
preform a show at Western Dubuque High School. Doors open at 5 p.m. with the show to follow at 7 p.m.
Be there!