Mady Peasinger

Mady Peasinger, Staff Writer

Junior Mady Peasinger is a staff writer for the North Howler. She is interested in covering almost any topics from world events to Elkhorn North activities. She is very excited for her first year on staff and can’t wait to share her thoughts on upcoming topics that arise.

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The Rise of Health Anxiety Online

How social media fuels health obsessions

By Mady Peasinger, Staff Writer • May 21, 2026

When scrolling through social media today, it's impossible to avoid videos giving warnings about hidden dangers in our everyday lives. Some posts claim fast food is not real food, and others about microplastics...

No Arts, No Originality

By Emmie Ashby, Staff Writer • May 21, 2026

Students perform in one of the various musical activities, show choir, at Elkhorn North. Now with many different vocal ensembles, choir is one of the fastest growing arts departments at Elkhorn North.

Sleepless Students

The hidden cost of no sleep in teens

By Mady Peasinger, Staff Writer • April 24, 2026

Sleep is supposed to be simple: a person gets tired, lays in bed, falls asleep, wakes up to start the new day, but for many high school students this isn't the case. High school students have been getting...

Northern Lights Show Choir Festival | Photo Series

Adrenaline hosts middle school show choir competition

By Mady Peasinger, Staff Writer • February 5, 2026

Seasonal Depression

How changing seasons influence mental health

By Mady Peasinger, Staff Writer • December 18, 2025

As the seasons change, so do students' energy and mood. Reduced daylight and the cold weather can make it difficult to stay motivated. Some people experience a week or two usually at the beginning of...

Construction Disruptions

The new normal is noisy and slow

By Mady Peasinger, Staff Writer • November 24, 2025

The sound of reversing beeps has become our new school bell, and the 10 minute trip to get out of the parking lot has now tripled. The ongoing construction at Elkhorn North promises a better future, but...

When the Perfect Night Goes Wrong

The biggest cost at homecoming is the drama

By Mady Peasinger, Staff Writer • October 6, 2025

Homecoming season, for many students, has become a social battlefield. All it takes is one group chat or one ride arrangement to turn the night that was supposed to be perfect into drama. Whether it's...