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Yunoo Kim

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor

Class of 2022

When I’m not at school, you can probably catch me reading, writing, or doodling. I love watching old Disney movies and listening to show tunes.

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Texas's May 7 Election will determine what changes will be made to statewide tax collecting procedures. For residents of Austin, an additional proposition regarding no-knock warrants and enforcement of marijuana use will also be on the ballot. 
Graphic by Yunoo Kim

Texas Voters Prepare For May 7 Election

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
April 29, 2022
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill that would eliminate Disney's long held special tax status in the state. This comes after the company's public opposition of the Don't Say Gay bill, which DeSantis also signed into law. 
Graphic by Yunoo Kim

Florida Gov. DeSantis Signs Bill Targeting Disney

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
April 27, 2022
School will be canceled on Thursday, Feb. 24 due to inclement weather conditions. Photo courtesy of Unsplash

Team USA Takes Home Eight Gold Medals

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
February 23, 2022
Also called the Beaver Moon, the moon became a red-pinkish color as it overlapped with the earth's shadow.

Longest Partial Lunar Eclipse Glides Through Austin Night Sky

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
November 19, 2021
Basil Rathbone, who played Sherlock Holmes in the 1939 film series, is just one of many actors to portray the famous literary detective. In this list, 8 of them are ranked according to how book-accurate and iconic they are.
Photo Courtesy of Dennis Amith

Ranking 8 On-Screen Portrayals of Sherlock Holmes

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
May 22, 2021
Crossword: Name That Famous Asian American!

Crossword: Name That Famous Asian American!

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
May 16, 2021
Crossword: How Much Do You Know About Shrimp?

Crossword: How Much Do You Know About Shrimp?

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
May 10, 2021
Lee Isaac Chung's 'Minari', starring Steven Yeun, Han Ye-ri, Youn Yuh-jung, and more, beautifully captures the Korean American experience.
Photo courtesy of @minarimovie on Instagram.

‘Minari’ Explores Korean American Roots

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
April 29, 2021
How Much Do You Know About Girl Scout Cookies?

How Much Do You Know About Girl Scout Cookies?

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
March 12, 2021
These colorful gummy bear earrings are just one of many products that can be found in Selena's Bazaar.

Photo courtesy of Selena Molinari '24

Selena Molinari ’24 Runs Self-Made Jewelry Business

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
October 20, 2020
Comic: Types of Students In Online Class

Comic: Types of Students In Online Class

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
September 16, 2020
The Violet Keepsafe Storage Program provides purple storage bins where people dealing with homelessness can store their personal possessions.

Violet Keepsafe Storage Program Aids Austin Homeless

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
August 29, 2020
Nonessential retailers include those that exclusively sell clothing, jewelry, toys, books, etc.
Photo courtesy of Mike Mozart

Texas Retailers Reopen

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
April 30, 2020
'Onward' has moved to digital release early, so viewers can now escape to a fantasy world in the comfort of their own homes. Photo Courtesy of Pixar Onward (@pixaronward).

‘Onward’ Delights with Whimsical Worldbuilding

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
April 14, 2020
Big Bend National Park, located in southwest Texas, is one of the many parks that are closing due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Big Bend is offering a webcam that will provide a virtual park experience to viewers. Photo courtesy of the National Park Service.

Parks Across the Country Close Due to the Pandemic

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
April 14, 2020
Dong-ik, the father of the rich Parks, glances behind him before sharing a rumor with his wife. Photo Courtesy of @parasitemovie.

‘Parasite’ Latches on to Audience Despite Language Barrier

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
February 13, 2020
Within inches of a defender, Gabbi Wallace '22 loses her grip on the ball as she attempts to move it down the court. Wallace was a top scoring player, helping the Lady Warriors gain an early lead and run with it.

JV Girls’ Basketball Conquers McNeil 46-24

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
February 3, 2020
Karsten Bresser '22 weaves through Cedar Ridges' defense. Bresser plays point guard for the JV team.

JV Boys’ Basketball Tripped up by Raiders 47-46

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
January 19, 2020
Gonzales AP Chem

AP Chemistry Students Participate in Design Lab

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
December 14, 2019
The lollipops cheered their friends while they were playing the game. All of them also played in different teams.

Students Participate in Dodgeball Tournament

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
December 10, 2019
'Elf' features familiar faces such as Will Ferrell and Zooey Deschanel, and is directed by 'Iron Man''s Jon Favreau. Graphic by Yunoo Kim.

Christmas Classics: ‘Elf’

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
December 10, 2019
Students and parents gather at different tables to chat. Food was provided by parents for attendees to eat as they socialized.

Student and Parents Come Together at IB Grateful Gathering

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
November 21, 2019
Elsa Hughes '20 sings with the rest of the sopranos. Six people from Westwood made the Region for sopranos.

Choir Performs at Region Clinic and Concert

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
November 13, 2019
Comic: The Monsters of Westwood

Comic: The Monsters of Westwood

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
October 28, 2019
The Lady Warriors laugh while waiting for the game to start. The team won the game 2-0.

JV Orange Volleyball Takes Down Leander 2-0

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
October 26, 2019
'Beetlejuice' might not be animated like many of Tim Burton's other Halloween movies, but it still shows off Burton's peculiar creativity and dark humor. Graphic by Yunoo Kim

Halloween Horror Month: ‘Beetlejuice’

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
October 19, 2019
Professor John B. Goodenough displays an experiment. The professor has been working at the University of Texas at Austin since 1986.
Photo courtesy of the University of Texas at Austin.

U.T. Professor Becomes Oldest Nobel Prize Laureate

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
October 16, 2019
Returning the Mavericks' serve, Alex Kriz '23 bumps the ball. Despite the close score at the time, the Lady Warriors pulled ahead and won the first set 25-23.

JV Orange Volleyball Reigns in Mavericks 2-0

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
October 5, 2019
Seniors Grace Green, Anna Wicker, and Elizabeth Wolf dancing along to 'Baba Yetu'. Baba Yetu was performed by all the choirs. "[When we were learning it] we were so stiff and rigid that we didn't allow ourselves that freedom to dance and have fun," Green said. "The way it's written is joyful and happy, and it's amazing to be able to live through that,"

Choir Celebrates Autumn at Fall Concert

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
September 26, 2019
Descendant of the Crane is written by Chinese-American author Joan He, who lives in Philadelphia. Photo Courtesy of Joan He.

Culturally Rich Novel ‘Descendant of the Crane’ Hooks Readers

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
September 22, 2019
Lydia Harris '22 serves the ball. Harris served the ball four times during the second set.

JV White Volleyball Crushes Hendrickson 2-0

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
September 14, 2019
Comic: Flexing

Comic: Flexing

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
September 6, 2019
Niklas Stading '21 sings with the tenor and bass section in the combined rehearsal towards the end of the event.

Choir Students Find Harmony at Hill Country Choral Workshop

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
August 27, 2019
Comic: 'Spider-Man: Homeless'

Comic: ‘Spider-Man: Homeless’

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
August 26, 2019
Olivia Cook '23 jumps in the air to hit the  ball.

Freshman Volleyball Overpowered by Hays 2-0

Yunoo Kim, Community & World News Editor
August 21, 2019
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