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Maura McMahon stands with her electric guitar. In her free time McMahon enjoys learning new music.  Photo Courtesy of Maura McMahon.

Pups of the Pack: Maura McMahon

Maura McMahon is involved with the musical and plays electric guitar in her spare time
By Abby Leatherman, ReporterPublished October 12, 2023

Freshman Maura McMahon will perform in the musical "42nd Street"  this November.  While being involved in the musical, McMahon also plays electric guitar in her spare time.  McMahon is in the ensemble...

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Dakota Courtright deadlifts new personal record of 363 lbs. on September 22, 2023 in Westgate Hotel, Las Vegas, NV for nationals. Photo courtesy of Tyler Sapp.

Half a Pound Keeps Freshman from Nation’s Best Powerlifter title

Freshman Dakota Courtright missed weight class along with well-deserved national titles
By Taiya Viacrucis, Section EditorPublished October 10, 2023

Already third in the nation for powerlifting, Dakota Courtright came to nationals aiming for first. But because of miscommunication over the weight class policy, Courtright was seven pounds out of her...

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Jenkins prepares dinner for his family on October 4th. He enjoys doing this everyday to bless his family.

Pups of the Pack: Rogan Jenkins

Freshman Rogan Jenkins spends his free time cooking in preparation for his future
By Carly Siedschlag, ReporterPublished October 5, 2023

In Jenkins's free time he enjoys cooking and baking with his mom and trying new recipes. ¨My favorite food to bake is my homemade cinnamon rolls,” Jenkins said. “I used a recipe at first but then...

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Marler (No. 75) running onto the field for the first time this season since his injury. Photo courtesy of Renee Vokt.

Injured Senior Athlete Takes on Coaching Role

Brock Marler’s official return to the field was against Westview High School on Sept. 22
By Jake Tuttle, ReporterPublished October 4, 2023

Senior football player Brock Marler has been out of play for the wolves due to a leg injury. Although some may become unmotivated with an injury, especially with it happening his senior year, Marler never...

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Sound of the Wolfpack marching band performing at the Wildcat Classic marching competition on September 16th, 2023
Photo courtesy of Matt Rom

Lluvia

A flood brings regrowth and renewal to a barren, desert landscape.
By Ellie Hoegemeyer, ReporterPublished October 4, 2023

The 2023 marching band show, titled Lluvia, is about a desert landscape brought back to life after a storm. This is shown through four movements, titled Desert, Rain, Storm/Flood, and Bloom which display...

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Caden Wieseman stands with his acrylic painting collage. Creative techniques is the senior art class where students put together their portfolios.

Art: more than a subject

Caden Wieseman uses creativity as a way to decompress from everyday life
By Katelyn Hughes, ReporterPublished October 4, 2023

Senior Caden Wieseman has an endless passion for fine art. His creativity flows whether he is painting a collage or throwing on the wheel.  Allowing his creative side to come out during art class has...

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Choosing a Path: Brianna Deines

Choosing a Path: Brianna Deines

How one teacher's experiences led her to her career
By Carly Siedschlag, ReporterPublished October 3, 2023

After teaching for five years at a small town school in Kearney, Brianna Deines made the switch to teach at the much larger Elkhorn Public Schools. Just four months ago, Deines moved here and became both...

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Harper Wills participates in JV golf tournament at Grandpas Woods' on September 25, 2023.  Wills was looking to stay on par with the course.  Photo courtesy of Coach Seger.

Pups of the Pack: Harper Wills

While facing medical difficulty, Harper continues to do what she loves in a new school.
By Payton Brummels, Editor-in-ChiefPublished September 27, 2023

Despite facing the daily challenges that accompany diabetes, Harper continues to play the sport she loves and grow close with friends.   While she has noticed the transition from middle school, she...

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Reagan Gurzik at Elkhorn North media day for volleyball on August 14, 2023 in the aux gym. She is the libero and defensive specialist for JV. Photo courtesy of Ryan Wolf.

Pup of the Pack: Reagan Gurzick

One freshman talks about her experience coming to a new school and district.
By Abby Leatherman, ReporterPublished September 21, 2023

The transition from middle school to high school is already a challenging time but when you are switching school districts, that's a totally different experience. Reagan Gurzick transferred from Kiewit...

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Photo courtesy of Sidney Johnson.

Pups of Pack: Sidney Johnson

Not being intimidated to try new activities, freshman Sidney Johnson remains highly involved
By Grace Jesske, Content EditorPublished September 14, 2023

Being the youngest in high school can be intimidating for any freshman pup, but Sidney Johnson has not let this stop her from pursuing activities she wants to be involved in.   While adjusting to...

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Frehsman Connor Cox poses for a photo on August 31st. Cox is excited for the new transition to high school.

Pups of the Pack: Connor Cox

Despite going through hardship, freshman Connor Cox remains hardworking and optimistic
By Alayna Vaughn and Chelsea MahlochPublished September 7, 2023

While the new pups of the pack make the difficult transition to high school, freshman Connor Cox also had to deal with a unique challenge.   Cox is a part of the football team and plans on being a...

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Signing Out

Signing Out

A bittersweet goodbye from Mrs. Healy to the North Howler seniors.
By Mrs. Healy, AdviserPublished May 4, 2023

McKenna Ostler McKenna ~ You have been the best surprise. I have immensely enjoyed witnessing you transform from the quiet sophomore who wrote about the roundabout to our spunky, honest, and caring editor-in-chief....

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