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On Mics and the Mat

On Mics and the Mat

From wrestling to the musical, senior Aidan Clarys gives his all
By Courtney Hagestad, Editor May 23, 2024

After class ends and the bell rings, most students do homework, go to practice, or drive home. For Aidan Clarys, the list does not end there. From playing football and wrestling to taking on the lead...

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Junior Ava Kloster poses next to her artwork

Above and Beyond

Junior radiates positivity and leadership through her various extracurricular activities
By Ellie Hoegemeyer, Reporter May 13, 2024

Over the past three years, Junior Ava Kloster has taken on various leadership roles within ENHS, while pursuing a passion for the arts.  At the beginning of the 2023-2024 school year, Kloster was chosen...

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The Scooby Doo gang poses in front of the audience during their performance at the Northern Lights show choir festival on January 27th

Photo by Selah Halweg

From Beginning to End

The 2024 adrENaline seniors end their season with the same show that started it all.
By Ellie Hoegemeyer, Reporter April 30, 2024

During their sixth grade year, many of the 2024 show choir seniors participated in a Scooby Doo themed show. Performed by Grand Entrance, the 6th grade show choir at Elkhorn Grandview Middle school, the...

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Never Back Down Never What?

Never Back Down Never What?

Senior Reily Miller’s academic comeback shows that she never gives up
By Niharika Kandari, Section Editor April 26, 2024

The average GPA for a high school student is a 3.0.  Senior Reily Miller ended the 2023 fall semester with an impressive 4.4 GPA. Most people would think “wow” and applaud Miller's hard work. For...

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Evan Scholten, Dekker Rowe, and Andrew Hoegemeyer performing in a marching band competition on September 16, 2023. They performed at the Millard West Wildcat Classic and got 4th in their class. 
Photo Courtesy of Matthew Rom

A Passion For Music

Freshman Dekker Rowe shares his experience being hard of hearing in band
By Alyssa Palmer, Staff Writer April 26, 2024

In a band rehearsal, players are surrounded by a variety of different sounds. The music is loud and vibrant. For most, this is the typical band experience, However, it's a little different for freshman...

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The Elkhorn North quiz bowl team poses for a picture after winning the state championship.
Photo courtsey of Melissa Peterson.

Buzzing Through State

Elkhorn North quiz bowl adds their first state championship to school history
By Alayna Vaughn, Reporter April 26, 2024

Quiz bowl requires competitors to have an extensive amount of knowledge on numerous minor topics. The eight primary competitors each have speciality subjects so they can share knowledge with one another.  The...

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4 Years or 4 Life, Teacher Edition

4 Years or 4 Life, Teacher Edition

While students may think they have it all figured out, advice is best from those who have lived through similar situations to those students face.
By Payton Brummels, Editor-in-Chief April 25, 2024

Each person has their own experience with relationships: some marry their high school sweetheart, others meet in a college classroom, and some find their person later in life.  High school students...

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4 Years or 4 Life?

4 Years or 4 Life?

High school Sweethearts; the difficult reality of making a high school relationship work.
By Payton Brummels, Editor-in-Chief April 25, 2024

Adolescence and the teenage years are supposed to be some of the most carefree and enjoyable years of life.  There is the comfort of friends and family being close, accompanied by the new freedoms. ...

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Blazing the Path to Success

Blazing the Path to Success

Two Members of Elkhorn North FCCLA take on notable leadership roles
By Grace Jesske, Content Editor April 25, 2024

To ultimately influence and lead the Nebraska Family Career and Community Leaders of America, two Elkhorn North students have taken on tremendous leadership roles.  FCCLA is a national organization...

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An Enchanted Garden Prom Thanks to Junior Class Board

An Enchanted Garden Prom Thanks to Junior Class Board

The Junior Class Board is responsible for planning and decorating for prom each year.
April 24, 2024

Each year the Junior Class is responsible for making prom night memorable for all who attend.  This year 26 juniors met frequently to pick out decorations, manage the budget, and set a theme for the dance. Juniors...

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Your Fearless Writers (and a Photographer)

Your Fearless Writers (and a Photographer)

Elkhorn North journalism competes in State Journalism for a fourth year in a row.
By Brandon Urbano, Sports Editor April 23, 2024

On April 22, the staff behind the North Howler took on the NSAA Class B State Journalism Championships in Norfolk, Neb.  Each year, during the month of February, submissions open for journalism advisers...

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The Big Band Wolves perform their final run of the reason at the NSBA state jazz festival on April 12th, 2024
Photo by Selah Halweg

The Final Performance

The Elkhorn North jazz bands end their season with the NSBA jazz fest
By Ellie Hoegemeyer, Reporter April 18, 2024

On Friday, April 12th, The Big Band Wolves and the Alphatones finished out their season by competing in the Nebraska State Bandmasters Association (NSBA) jazz festival held at Elkhorn South.  “I...

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