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News
Show choirs wrap season; earn top honors
Show choirs wrap season; earn top honors
Miley Blue, staff reporter • May 19, 2026
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Checking the edges of his board, junior Matthew Porter checks the edges of his piece to sand down. Not every one comes perfect, so the class works to get them smooth to get them ready “I haven’t really struggled with any of my pieces,” Porter said. “I have had bad pieces, but I was able to fix them.
Carpentry offers something for all
Brianna Newman, Staff reporter • May 19, 2026
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While juniors take the ACT traditionally with paper and pencil, freshmen and sophomores need to remember to bring their laptops and chargers to be ready for testing on Tues., March 25.
ACT Testing Info for March 24
Alex Elgert and Jesse Hawkins • March 23, 2026
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Anna Walker and Maddox Larison run lines during a rehearsal for the spring production of 'Radium Girls." Walker takes on the role of Grace Fryer, a factor worker fighting for her day in court.
Spring play ‘Radium Girls’ lights up MW auditorium
Gavin Jelinek, Staff Reporter • March 18, 2026
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James Barre "Vienna Vienna" keeps fans excited with each new release.

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"Hunter's Gathering" raises concerns from long-time lovers of the "Horizon" games.

On the Hunt Again

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Show choirs wrap season; earn top honors

Show choirs wrap season; earn top honors

MWHS Wildcat News
Senior’s Last Week – Final Wildcat News Show
Broadcast Team • May 18, 2026
Girls Soccer District Preview
May 4, 2026
Flipbook
Opinion
Next generation weighed down with national debt
Kenzee Faust, Staff Reporter • February 27, 2026
Banning Books, Banning Minds
Banning Books, Banning Minds
February 27, 2026
The detrimental effects of free shipping
February 25, 2026
Federal funding cuts to PBS silence trusted educational programming and local journalism that families rely on, weakening a public resource that has educated and supported communities for generations.
Evicting Big Bird
February 25, 2026
Making cents of the Penny Problem
Making cents of the Penny Problem
February 24, 2026
A 2023 study from Media Defense found that 84% of journalists were worried their work would result in legal action from powerful figures.
Weaponizing libel
February 18, 2026
Photography
Standing in the batters box, junior Colton Williams awaits the next pitch with all eyes on him. The Wildcats defeated the Storm 6-5.
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Entertainment
James Barre "Vienna Vienna" keeps fans excited with each new release.
Are You Not Entertained?
Alex Elgert, Staff Reporter • February 18, 2026
"Hunter's Gathering" raises concerns from long-time lovers of the "Horizon" games.
On the Hunt Again
Alex Elgert, Staff Reporter • February 18, 2026
'Little Nightmares III' is "expected to be a great hit," according to IMDb.
Third time’s the charm
May 14, 2025
“The Price of Admission” is Turnpike Troubadours newest album and was released to the world on April 11, 2025.
“The Price Admission”
May 14, 2025
An artistic representation of the album’s release, including Ken Carson to the left and the “More Chaos” album cover to the right.
More chaos
May 9, 2025
Netflix released “The Twister caught in the storm” on March 19th, 2025.
Caught in the storm
April 21, 2025
Feature
Gary Hao and Gwenivere Smith at the Class A NSAA State Tournment. Millard West finished third as a team out of 25 Class A schools with Hao becoming the State Champion and Smith placing fifth place for Serious Prose.
West speech team, coaches take top honors
Fatima Yawari, staff reporter • May 19, 2026
As she jumps off the board, back straight and toes pointed, senior Celia Hodge braces for the impact from the water. Hodge broke numerous personal records, and won first place at almost every meet. "Some practices are hard, but I love the sport," Hodge said. "I love how tight of a community diving is. Everyone knows each other and the support from teammates and non teammates is amazing."
Diving into the deep end late in the game
Kyla Riveland, Managing Editor • February 24, 2026
Getting ready for competition, the Hoegemeyer sisters encourage eachother before they hit the mat. “My sister is my biggest supporter,” Maria Hoegemeyer said. “ We are always there for each other and keep one another accountable.”
Strong Showing at State for Hoegemeyers
February 24, 2026
Posing to promote her business, junior Haven Dalke hopes to earn traction with her new post. Making a new piece brings her joy, and being able to make a piece for someone else gives her a rewarding feeling. "My favorite things to crochet are sweaters and tops," Dalke said. "I get to make my own designs and experiment with measurements and ew techniques."
Putting her talents to use
February 10, 2026
Hard at work, senior Jocelyn Park work away at her homework for AP Capstone. This program made by the College board, helps students to gain skills that can be used in College.
Research methods, community activism drives AP program
January 30, 2026
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Sports
"Prince is so authentic, kind & generous. I am lucky our paths crossed when he and his sisters were in high school. Being able to watch them grow up and start lives of their own has been so rewarding... I consider them family." Amy Opitz.
Former Husker continues to giving back after NFL
Abigail Bartlett, staff reporter • May 19, 2026
Mar 8, 2026; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Kael Combs (11) shoots the ball against Nebraska Cornhuskers forward Pryce Sandfort (21) and forward Rienk Mast (51) during the second half at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
Nebraska makes history with Sweet 16 debut
March 31, 2026
Freshman G Grace Lucero-Miner hits 3 three-point shots in a row to make it a 36-23 lead for the Wildcats with 3:12 to go in the third quarter against Westside.
Wildcats end season with strong postseason run
March 11, 2026
As she jumps off the board, back straight and toes pointed, senior Celia Hodge braces for the impact from the water. Hodge broke numerous personal records, and won first place at almost every meet. "Some practices are hard, but I love the sport," Hodge said. "I love how tight of a community diving is. Everyone knows each other and the support from teammates and non teammates is amazing."
Diving into the deep end late in the game
February 24, 2026
Getting ready for competition, the Hoegemeyer sisters encourage eachother before they hit the mat. “My sister is my biggest supporter,” Maria Hoegemeyer said. “ We are always there for each other and keep one another accountable.”
Strong Showing at State for Hoegemeyers
February 24, 2026
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Podcasts
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