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Logan Moseley and Sam Whittaker • May 17, 2024
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May 16, 2024
News
“I’ve participated in art shows like earlier this year when I was in painting,” said Meyer. “I also believe that last year I participated in some art shows as well.”
Astounding artistry
Caden Reynolds, Staff Reporter • May 20, 2024

Art is a tool, a tool that inspires others and that persuades others. An art show is a collection of varying topics like mental health or equality. Art can be an educator not simply an arrangement of colors and shapes. On Wednesday,...

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First responders arrive on the scene in Elkhorn, Nebraska.
Dark days ahead
Alex Elgert, Staff Reporter • May 20, 2024

The people of the United States are no strangers to the devastating effects of natural disasters. On Friday, April 26, the Elkhorn-Bennington area was hit head-on with hail and tornadoes. The storms leading up to the disaster were...

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Amy Delehant lectures her students on the importance of math.
Math makes a comeback
Alex Elgert, Staff Reporter • May 10, 2024

Starting in the 2024-25 school year, the Millard math curriculum will be getting a full make-over, including new grad requirements, all-new math electives and a revised schedule. One change that students may see during registration...

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Opinion
The effects of a natural disaster can take away a home where memories were made.
History repeats itself
Sophia Eljamal, Staff Reporter • May 20, 2024
Nestled in Omaha, Nebraska, Millard West High School boasts a vibrant campus that reflects its commitment to academic excellence and diverse extracurricular activities. The spacious grounds are well-equipped with modern facilities that support a dynamic learning environment and a wide array of sports and arts programs. As a hub of community and innovation, it continues to foster a nurturing atmosphere for its students to thrive both academically and personally.
Experience excellence
May 17, 2024
Despite many easily accessible shopping options with major companies, it is important to choose local businesses to keep your community moving forward.
Shopping small to make a big impact
May 17, 2024
Students have more than one class and a late assignment in all of them can cause the student to be stressed out.
Overdue
May 6, 2024
For as long as it has been around, pop culture has kept a restraining hold on our society. As of now, it’s important to question whether or not what we’re consuming is meant to entertain us or to manipulate us.
Blinded by the light
May 3, 2024
Feature
In the press box at Buell Stadium, Nathan Delaney and Logan Moseley commentate over a Wildcat football game.
Logan’s legacy
Blake Kahler, Staff Reporter • May 6, 2024
Snack Shack, a movie about two teen rebels and their crazy adventure to earn some cash
Snack stars
Connor Michalski, Staff Reporter • May 3, 2024
Pointing up to a sign, senior Hudson Addams shows how high in elevation he is. Addams and a few family members traveled to Asia for two weeks to climb to Mount Everests first base camp. The best part was being able to look back and see how far we came, Addams said. Making the climb was honestly the best two weeks of my life and I would do it again in a heartbeat.
Summit seeker
May 2, 2024
Student Equestrian Kalyn Horst has been riding horses for two years now because of inspiration from her sister. She quickly found a new passion. “I had just gotten out of gymnastics and I was kind of in need of a new sport,” Horst said. “My sister wanted to know if I wanted to do it and I tried different disciplines, but I never really stuck with one except for show jumping. So, I stuck with that one.
Unbridled spirit
May 1, 2024
Handmade Stamped Coin Bracelet from Collection One
Teenage jewelry trailblazer
April 22, 2024
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Entertainment
“Argylle” was a top grossing film within its first couple weeks on Apple TV.
Trust no one, not even yourself
Sam Blecha, Staff Reporter • May 16, 2024
“The Program” was released on March 5, 2024, and is only on Netflix.
The wrong education
May 15, 2024
Two decades later, Mean Girls makes for a musical comeback.
Regina George reigns again
May 15, 2024
The ‘Fallout’ show has finally been released and it is better than expected.
All out for the "Fallout"
May 6, 2024
“Road House” was a top grossing film within its first couple weeks on Prime.
Remake of a classic
May 6, 2024
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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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After senior Jackson Williams pitched, senior Tyson Lewis runs off the field and holds up a signal to show Williams struck an opposing player out. The boys were both invited to play for Area Codes in California. Its an invite only event, Lewis said. The games are played between some of the best high school players in the country in front of professional scouts.

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In the press box at Buell Stadium, Nathan Delaney and Logan Moseley commentate over a Wildcat football game.

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Sports
Coming in for relief against Elkhorn South, senior pitcher Ben Sterbens looks to close the game out and earn a save. Sterbens has been put in this situation before and would not back down no matter the circumstance. ‘’Getting outs is my number one priority once I step on the mound,’’ Sterbens said. ‘’I trust my defense behind me so I do my best to make it easy on them whether thats a pop-up or a routine ground ball.’’
Wildcats dodge the Storm
Brady Mar, Staff Reporter • May 17, 2024
Freshman 5-star quarterback, Dylan Raiola winds up for a deep throw that resulted in a 65-yard touchdown. Raiola was originally committed to Georgia but flipped his commitment to Nebraska to play as a legacy Cornhusker.
Nebraska Spring game
May 17, 2024
In the offensive half, senior attacker Kaden Sellmeyer navigates past a defender. Despite their eventual loss, the Cats displayed resilience in the final quarter, with key attackers like Sellmeyer contributing crucial goals. “The biggest thing that they knew was our primary offensive plays and our primary scorers,” Sellmeyer said. “Their goalie was also making some pretty impressive saves. Not to mention David being knocked out of the game due to injury made it harder for us to get the offense going.”
Tigers pounce past Wildcats
May 13, 2024
Pitching against Elkhorn South, senior pitcher Ben Sterbens looks to get an important out. As one of the many closers on this team, Sterbens job is to get the final outs and limit any damage done by the pitcher before him if need be. “My main focus when coming into a hard situation is to keep a low pitch count and to create outs any way I can,” Sterbens said. “As long as we can get the outs we need, we should be good.”
Batting through the seeds
May 9, 2024
Standing high at the top of the podium after winning Districts, sophomore McKenna Kleppinger is named district champ and punches her ticket to the state tournament. She would end up beating her own school record jumping 11’6”. “One of my big goals this season is to place individually at state this year and my senior year as well,” Kleppinger said. “Additionally, I hope for our team to be in the top two at state this year.”
Record breaker
May 9, 2024
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Podcasts
Logans Sport Takes: Nebraska Episode
Logan's Sport Takes: Nebraska Episode
Logan Moseley, MWHS Wildcat News Editor-in-Chief • December 1, 2022

Logans 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
Logans Sports Takes: Episode Four
Logan's Sports Takes: Episode Four
March 31, 2022
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