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Webster Groves High School
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Webster Groves, MO 63119

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Freshman Ollie Stage cheers on teammates at Women's Swim and Dive Senior Night on Thursday, Jan. 26 at Webster University. Photo by Maren DeMargel

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Women's Swim and Dive celebrated Senior Night on Thursday, Jan. 26 at Webster University. The Statesmen lost to the Parkway North Vikings. Photos by Maren DeMargel Advanced Drama rehearses 'Dracula' on Monday, Jan. 23 in Knight Auditorium. Opening night was Thursday, Jan. 26, and upcoming performances include Friday, Jan. 27 and a possible third showing on Wednesday, Feb. 1. Photos by Luca Giordano Sophomore Sam Osdieck realizes he won a bout against his opponent during a men's wrestling quad meet on Wednesday, Jan. 11 in Roberts Gym. Photo by Izzy Poole Senior Lily Petersen, performs a stunt for men’s basketball vintage night on Tuesday, Jan. 10, in Roberts Gym. Photo by Eleanor Kanerva Seniors Silas Garrett, Maddie Wood and Katie Downey play cello at the Webster Groves High School Orchestra Winter Concert on Tuesday, Dec. 13, in Knight Auditorium. “We worked really hard to prepare for it. It’s been a lot of extra rehearsals after school, but it’s been really fun, and everybody had a good time,” Downey said. Photo by Arianna Peper Freshman Jeni Carr-Schwartz performs at the WGHS A Cappella Winter Concert on Friday, Dec. 9 in Knight Auditorium. Photo by Eleanor Kanerva Black team Statesbots drivers freshmen Beckett Smutz-Ulmer, senior Micheal Tetreault and freshmen Russell Hoskins wait for their next match on Saturday, Dec. 3, in Roberts Gym. Read more at the link in bio. Photo by Margaret Oliphant Sophomore Carl Whitehead dribbles the ball down the court during the men's basketball home opener against Father Tolton on Tuesday, Nov. 29, in Roberts Gym. The Statesmen lost 56-44. Photo by Maren DeMargel Juniors Gah Life Kaanagbara, Tyrese Reid and Deshawn Buford set up for a play during the annual Turkey Day Game played on Thursday, Nov. 24 at 12 p.m. on Moss Field. The Statesmen lost to the Kirkwood Pioneers with a score of 56-7. Photo by Dakota Motley

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*Former entertainment editor Abby Botan interned with the St. Louis Post Dispatch during the summer of 2016. Here are a few of her published works.
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--"Historic Front Pages"
--"Charles Lindbergh"
*Class of 2009 former business/advertising manager Caitlyn Davis is a public relations strategist.
*Class of 2017 former sports editor/columnist Bennett Durando is a Auburn beat writer for the Montgomery Advertiser and USA Today Network
*Class of 2018 editor-in-chief Caroline Fellows is a attractions cast member at Walt Disney World
*Former editor-in-chief Kate Grumke is a a freelance reporter who also served as political producer for PBS and an Edward R. Murrow Award winner.
*Former sports editor Roy Harris is the author of Pulitzer's Gold.
*Class of 2015 former ECHO editor Ariel Johnson is a producer at KTVI Channel 2.
*Class of 2017 former ECHO editor Andy Kimball is a sports journalist for the Decatur Herald and Review.
*Class of 2019 print editor Ellie Marshall is a copy editor for the Maneater.
*Class of 2008 news editor Kate Midden is the communications director at the Global Health Advocacy Incubator.
*Class of 1978 ECHO staffer Russ Mitchell is an anchor for WKYC in Cleveland.
*Former technology columnist Sean Mullins is at Webster University and continuing his blog "Electric Retrospective."
*Former web editor Phoebe Mussman is a videographer/photographer at Lindenwood University and won the Jury Award for Best Cinematography and Sound at the Stronger Than Fiction Film Fest for her documentary "Qualm and Quietus."
*Class of 2021 entertainment editor Addie Palmquist is working for the University of Arizona's The Daily Wildcat.
*Class of 2019 editor-in-chief Cole Schnell is a youth reporter for the Columbia Missourian.
*Class of 2009 web and podcast editor Kathryn Wolterman is a senior consultant at CGI

Category: Turkey Day

Slideshow: Spirit Week activities bring community together
Slideshow, Turkey Day

Slideshow: Spirit Week activities bring community together

Spirit Week featured activities including two pep rallies, Chili Fest and a bonfire. Continue reading Slideshow: Spirit Week activities bring community together

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Slideshow: Community gathers for Turkey Day Game
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Slideshow: Community gathers for Turkey Day Game

The 114th annual Webster Groves and Kirkwood Turkey Day game took place Thursday, Nov. 25, on Moss Field. The game had a final score of 65-0 Kirkwood. Continue reading Slideshow: Community gathers for Turkey Day Game

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Cheer captains share anticipation for Turkey Day
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Cheer captains share anticipation for Turkey Day

“Excitement. Anticipation. Celebration. Inspiring.”
All words Varsity cheer captains use to describe the “most important responsibility” they hold. Turkey Day. Continue reading Cheer captains share anticipation for Turkey Day

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After 17-6 loss, Turkey Day may be headed down slippery slope
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After 17-6 loss, Turkey Day may be headed down slippery slope

Bennett Durando Sports Columnist Of all the Thanksgiving traditions that are practiced nationwide, perhaps none is so sacred and holy … Continue reading After 17-6 loss, Turkey Day may be headed down slippery slope

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Bennett from the Bleachers: Math doesn’t lie; here’s why Webster will win
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Bennett from the Bleachers: Math doesn’t lie; here’s why Webster will win

Bennett Durando Webster Groves High School Mathisfun.com defines the Transitive Property of Inequalities as stating that “If a > b … Continue reading Bennett from the Bleachers: Math doesn’t lie; here’s why Webster will win

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Slideshow: WGHS celebrates spirit at Turkey Day assembly
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Slideshow: WGHS celebrates spirit at Turkey Day assembly

WGHS’s Turkey Day assembly was Nov. 25, during seventh hour in Roberts Gym. Photos by Cole Schnell Continue reading Slideshow: WGHS celebrates spirit at Turkey Day assembly

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Slideshow: Kirkwood wins Turkey Day 3rd year in row
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Slideshow: Kirkwood wins Turkey Day 3rd year in row

Kirkwood defeated Webster Groves in the Turkey Day football game 42-13 on Nov. 26, 2015. The Statesmen’s defense was able … Continue reading Slideshow: Kirkwood wins Turkey Day 3rd year in row

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Bennett from the Bleachers: Pioneers shut down Statesmen
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Bennett from the Bleachers: Pioneers shut down Statesmen

Bennett Durando Sports Columnist The déjà vu began to set in for the Statesmen faithful before the 2014 Turkey Day … Continue reading Bennett from the Bleachers: Pioneers shut down Statesmen

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WGHS Friendship Royalty crowned

Willie Zempel Feature/Entertainment Editor Football candidates DJ Johnson and Lonita Benson were elected Webster’s King and Queen at the Friendship … Continue reading WGHS Friendship Royalty crowned

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Turkey Day brings celebration

Aerin Johnson Editor-in-Chief WGHS football will play this year’s Turkey Day Game at Kirkwood’s Lyon Field at noon. Turkey Day … Continue reading Turkey Day brings celebration

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These are a few of my favorite things!: Writer speaks on love for T-Day, Webster

Addie Conway Co-Editor of Turkey Day Program Orange and red leaves, hot chocolate burning the roof of my mouth, and … Continue reading These are a few of my favorite things!: Writer speaks on love for T-Day, Webster

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Turkey Day Photo Wrapup–DECA Bungee Run

Continue reading Turkey Day Photo Wrapup–DECA Bungee Run

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WGHS assistant coaches give experience

DJ Johnson Webster ECHO Scott Gillian Offensive Line Scott Gillian has been coaching since 1987. Through the 26 years that … Continue reading WGHS assistant coaches give experience

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Senior line dance takes it back to 90s

DJ Johnson Staff Writer Kyman Caviness, Gabbi Enyard and Nubari Kanee are this year’s instructors for the senior line dance, … Continue reading Senior line dance takes it back to 90s

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Bell celebrates 60th birthday as T-Day prize

Webster Groves and Kirkwood’s coveting of the Frisco Bell began in 1952, when it was offered for the first time … Continue reading Bell celebrates 60th birthday as T-Day prize

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Big River Running sponsors 30th annual run

Chris Palmquist Staff Writer For some, Thanksgiving morning is their chance to compete in the 30th annual Turkey Day Run. … Continue reading Big River Running sponsors 30th annual run

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Webster chooses Friendship royalty

Brittany Patton and Mikkel Sandberg Staff Writers Seniors DaRisha Heavens and Kevin Killeen were crowned king and queen at the … Continue reading Webster chooses Friendship royalty

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Webster Hockey returns defending Cup

Chris Palmquist Staff Writer After two years, the rivalry between the Webster Groves Skatesmen and the Kirkwood  Pioneers will be … Continue reading Webster Hockey returns defending Cup

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