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Spreading diversity around MWHS
Vance Wellborn, Staff Reporter • October 25, 2024
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Preseason problems
October 24, 2024
Wildcats take down the Silver Hawks
October 22, 2024
News
Seventh grader Mae Carmichael and her family get ready to begin the JDRF/Breakthrough walk at Mahoney State Park. The walk began at the activities center and the course was two miles and finished near the sledding hills. “This year's walk was really fun because my cousin brought his dog," Mae Carmichael said. ”We were also able to get snacks and drinks throughout the walk so we were able to stay hydrated and not go hungry.”
Walk for a cure
Wyatt Carmichael, Staff Reporter • October 17, 2024

The weekend of September 29th the Breakthrough Type 1 diabetes walk was held out in Ashland, Neb at Mahoney State Park. The walk is a fundraiser hosted every year by BreakThrough, formally known as JDRF. The event helps raise money...

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Before the run begins, senior Chloe Teter and junior Montana Chronister pose for a picture with the handmade signs they made to cheer on the kids. Children dressed up as superheroes for the run to demonstrate the strength people have when fighting through Congenital Heart Disease. “I decided to participate with DECA for the Heart Hero Run because I wanted to volunteer and have fun with the kids with fun activities,” junior Montana Chronister said. “Heart Heroes impacted me because it was so great to see such a close community of people supporting one another.”
Heartbeats and heroics
Lillian Tinker, Staff Reporter • October 17, 2024

On Sept. 29, Millard West DECA participated in the yearly Heart Heroes Superhero Run fundraiser. A month before the run, DECA students put up signs all around Omaha to spread the news and even participated in numerous activities throughout...

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Sifting through racks of clothes sophomore Madelyn Palacios tries to come across a good find. Palacios goes to the thrift anytime she can since there are always new items coming in. “I think everyone should thrift because not only is it an eco-friendly alternative, but for the most part the clothes that you get, you know it’s because you like them, so it creates a sense of individuality,” Palacios said. “By getting something thrifting you're not just going along with the passing fads and not conforming to trends because they are popular at the time.”
Second-hand the brand
Kyla Riveland, Staff Reporter • October 15, 2024

Each year, new trends reach the surface and rapidly spread, grabbing the attention of almost everyone, and going out of style just as fast as the item sold out. However, some choose to salvage clothes that others have decided are no...

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Opinion
As high school seniors stand on the threshold of adulthood, casting their first ballot is not only a rite of passage but also an act of civic engagement. Their votes can help shape the country they will be a part of, making it more equitable, just and sustainable.
Representing the youth
Leah Pickhinke, Staff Reporter • October 28, 2024
Micro-trends can help people find their style and expand their closet for a cheap price but they can also decrease individuality, increase child labor and damage our environment.
Fast fashion's trap
October 17, 2024
The image above shows what some people remember the Kitkat candy-bar looking like. The bar on the left shows a hyphen in the middle of the name, which some people believe is right, when in reality the one on the right is the correct candy bar.
False memories
October 7, 2024
Being asked to tip has come up more frequently in the past decade, now making consumers have to decide when the right time to tip is.
Gratitude to obligation
October 1, 2024
These posters are in every classroom found in schools and they show what you should do in emergencies. These posters and an announcement made to warn staff and students what is happening have been put up in every school in the country, all with different warning symbols depending on where they live.
Locks, lights, out of sight
September 30, 2024
Feature
An informal DECA Officer meeting discussing a future meeting for all students in DECA is being attended by Senior Michael Jones. With Jones being an Executive Officer, he has gained business experience that will continue to help him push for his sandwich business’s name sitting next to Subway and Jimmy John’s.
Mikey sells Mikey Subs
Luka Pashia • October 28, 2024
Theater director Brooke Phillips earned the Inspirational Theatre Teacher of the Year Award, recognizing her dedication to her students and colleagues over the years. “Everything I do is for the students at our school,” Phillips said. “But any teacher will tell you the best part of our job is to know that we made some sort of difference.”
An inspiration to many
Jacob Larson, Sports Director • October 25, 2024
Smiling for the crowd, former student Kelcey Wetterberg dances for the Dallas Cowboys football team. Wetterberg went from being on the Millard West Dance Team to trying out and making the Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders team, where she got to perform in front of thousands. “My favorite part of being a DCC was the impact we were able to make on young girls,” Wetterberg said. “The dancing and glamour was so much fun, but seeing little girl’s eyes light up when they see you in that uniform is something you’ll never forget.”
Cats to Cowboys
October 18, 2024
Hanging out on the field, junior Zachariah Skeikh pumps up the crowd during the game. He gets to join his fellow Cats as our football players take the field. “My favorite thing about it would be dancing or seeing the game up close,” junior Zachariah Skeikh said. “Also, hanging out with the cheerleaders and dance team is fun.”
The man behind the mask
October 2, 2024
ELA students are taught new vocabulary and grammar terms. After a quick break outside, they are brought back into the classroom to learn new vocabulary and grammar terms. “I’ve done debate,” Gracheck said.” Public speaking, and Creative writing before. I’ve also taught English nine, ten, and eleven. I was ready for a new field and wanted to learn new techniques, sciences, and cultures.”
Change in profession
October 1, 2024
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Entertainment
The documentary was directed by Eva Orner and came out on April 9th, 2024.
Fashionably flawed
Natalie Fink, Opinions Editor • October 16, 2024
“Inside out 2” was released into theaters June 14, 2024 and has been made over 1.5 Billion since its release.
Out with the old and in with the new
September 27, 2024
“Uglies,” a dystopian novel based on a futuristic society where everyone eventually turns pretty, bringing attention to self-love and not conforming to the world's norms.
Not so pretty
September 27, 2024
Drake releases “100 GIGS” EP, his first EP outside of the “Scary Hours” collection since 2019. The six songs have a 19:02 total run time, making it the perfect length for a small, casual listen.
The boy is back
September 25, 2024
Mecha break was released for beta testing early this summer and will be available to play soon on steam.
Blitz, brawl, blaze
September 25, 2024
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Gene Wilder had extensive input into the design of his costume. He even wrote to the movie director Mel Stuart to express his raw and unfiltered thoughts after viewing the early costume sketches.

50 years of Willy Wonka

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Junior Nathan Delaney likes to listen to music during work time. Studies suggest that listening to music can increase your focus while studying and increase productivity.

Music in class should pass

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The new movie “The Blind” released in theaters Sept. 28, 2023 and helps the audience learn about the story of Phil and Kay Robertson along with what it looks like to give your life to Christ.

Faith, family, ducks……in that order

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New horror movie has a great plotline, and keeps you wanting to watch. This movie came out Sept. 10, 2021. It is also scheduled to stream on HBO Max, one month after release in theaters.

Unknown parasitic twin takes over

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Smiling for the crowd, former student Kelcey Wetterberg dances for the Dallas Cowboys football team. Wetterberg went from being on the Millard West Dance Team to trying out and making the Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders team, where she got to perform in front of thousands. “My favorite part of being a DCC was the impact we were able to make on young girls,” Wetterberg said. “The dancing and glamour was so much fun, but seeing little girl’s eyes light up when they see you in that uniform is something you’ll never forget.”

Cats to Cowboys

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Sports
Senior Chance Roberts was able to record one interception in the shutout win against Lincoln North Star. Roberts and company kept the Navigators off the scoreboard multiple times late to seal the low scoring game on senior night. “As a defense we are all really close, so it is easy to play with and for each other,” Roberts said. “ Our coaches do a great job of keeping us focused on the goal. As a unit we understand what we have to do to win.” Photo By Chloe Vaughn
Wildcats keep playoff hopes alive against Lincoln North Star
Trey Jochims, Managing Editor • October 28, 2024
Senior Ximena Galarza prepares to start a match with her opponent during a tournament. She has been wrestling for Millard West for a year now and has no plans to leave the team. “I think that's the best part for me. If I don’t get hurt during a match it wasn’t a good match,” senior Ximena Galarza said.“If I get hurt, I know it was a good fight.” Photo courtesy of Ximena Galarza
On the mat
October 17, 2024
Senior Hayden Hart helps the Wildcats build momentum in key moments against Lincoln Southwest. The Cats win their second top five matchup this season at home. “The gameplay for the team was to trust one another and enjoy every given moment we have with each other on the court,” Hart said. “The season is slowly coming to an end so the opportunity to play with this team is also wrapping up so winning gives us the ability to play a few more games together.” Photo By: Lilly Stoops
Wildcats dominate the defending state champions
October 16, 2024
Speeding past defenders, senior wide receiver Michael Coleman eyes the endzone. Coleman picked up two first half touchdowns to lead the Wildcats to a 42-14 thrashing of Grand Island. “It felt great being a part of the team’s success after having the first four games not go the way we wanted,” Coleman said. “This win for the team was important so we could have a chance to make the playoffs. We keep getting better each week and want to make a run.”
Conquered the Island
October 15, 2024
During the round, sophomore Jaelynn Moody takes a swing toward the golf ball. The team warmed up at the range and met to talk about their daily goals for the tournament ahead. ”My favorite thing about golf is my teammates for sure,” Moody said. “ I also love being able to meet a couple people from different schools and then getting to play against them.”
Teeing up for victory
September 30, 2024
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Logan's Sport Takes: Nebraska Episode
Logan's Sport Takes: Nebraska Episode
Logan Moseley, MWHS Wildcat News Editor-in-Chief • December 1, 2022

Logan's Sport Takes: NFL
Logan's Sport Takes: NFL
November 22, 2022
AC Podcast 2
AC Podcast 2
May 5, 2022
AC Podcast 1
AC Podcast 1
May 5, 2022
Logan's Sports Takes: Episode Four
Logan's Sports Takes: Episode Four
March 31, 2022
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