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The Student News Site of Elkhorn North High School

The Howler
Trenton Nolan

Trenton Nolan, Graphics Editor

Senior Trent Nolan is the graphic design editor for the North Howler. As a senior who’s been on staff for three years, he specializes in opinion and research journalism. His passion for journalism stems from his desire for knowledge and sharing his voice. As an editor, Trent hopes to continue the North Howler’s legacy of being a modern, yet effective newspaper.

All content by Trenton Nolan
Football players praying at the end zone at their game against Elkhorn High on October 3rd. Every game there are more players who join this pre-game routine. Photo courtesy of Renee Vokt.

Searching for Meaning: A Generation’s Return to Faith

The not-so-quiet revival of Christianity among students
By Trenton Nolan, Graphics Editor • Published October 23, 2025

Every Wednesday at 7:20 a.m., students gather in a math classroom at ENHS, not to learn geometry or algebra, but to share their faith through bible verses and prayer. The number of adults who identify...

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The Elkhorn North Wolves huddling together during a timeout in a game vs Elkhorn high on August 28th.

One Set At A Time

By Garrett Ringenberg, Staff Writer • Published September 24, 2025

The Elkhorn North Wolves huddling together during a timeout in a game vs Elkhorn high on August 28th.

Senior Hayden Booth (6) setting the ball to her teammate, Reagan Wallraff (9) to spike the ball over the net. Booth set a lot of plays similar to this, which scored multiple points for the Wolves at their game against Elkhorn High on August 28th, 2025.

Varsity Volleyball vs. Elkhorn High | Photo Series

The Wolves won 3-0 against the Elkhorn High Antlers on August 28th, 2025.
By Trenton Nolan, Graphics Editor • Published September 3, 2025

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Graphic made by Trenton Nolan, demonstrating the "weight" of school on students.

The Weight of The World

The pressure to have it all figured out
By Trenton Nolan, Graphics Editor • Published May 8, 2025

Elkhorn Public Schools is known for its success as a college preparatory school district, meaning that preparing students for higher education after high school is a pivotal part of the curriculum. At...

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Three images of Trenton with his triplet brothers as they grow up.

Gerascophobia

The fear of growing up
By Trenton Nolan, Graphics Editor • Published April 30, 2025

By Reporter Trenton Nolan High school is a period of our lives that is filled with action. We stop holding on to old habits and grow into the people we want to be for the rest of our lives. With childhood...

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Freshman Owen Sledge on top of his opponent during his final wrestling match. Sledge lost on a tech fall at the tournament on February 1st.

EMC Tournament | Wrestling

Wolves placed sixth against 10 other schools at the EMC Tournament on February 1st
By Trenton Nolan, Graphics Editor • Published February 5, 2025

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Images of the New Orleans attack, TikTok ban, California fires, and Trump's inauguration. All of these have happened in 2025.

2025 Train Wreck

The new year with bad beginnings
By Trenton Nolan, Graphics Editor • Published January 31, 2025

2025 has had a rough start with many speculating that this is going to be a year as disastrous as 2020, due to 2020 and 2025 beginning with the days: Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday ("WTF"). On the...

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Image of the McDonald's on 168th and Maple with many logos of fast food restaurants in front of it.

Is America That Obese?

Debunking the stigma around the United States' obesity “problem”
By Trenton Nolan, Graphics Editor • Published December 19, 2024

It’s a common joke within foreign countries that America is comically obese; everything here seems to be 10x larger. This statement is not factual, according to the Global Obesity Observatory, the...

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The Threads of School Tradition

By Ally Lawrence, Reporter • Published December 18, 2024

The 2024 Hope Squad group posed for a picture in the ENHS library. They are a young group of encouraging individualds who help out all people, no matter their circumstances.

Break the Silence

Published December 18, 2024

The 2024 Hope Squad group posed for a picture in the ENHS library. They are a young group of encouraging individualds who help out all people, no matter their circumstances.

The conspiracies that many believers often get themselves trapped in.

Believe it or Not

Why people accept certain conspiracy theories
By Trenton Nolan, Graphics Editor • Published November 19, 2024

A conspiracy is the belief that some secret but influential organization is responsible for an event or phenomenon. Forbes.com says that 22% of Americans believe that there is something beyond what science...

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Unified Bowling Triangular | Photo Series

Unified Bowling Triangular vs. Elkhorn South and Elkhorn High
By Trenton Nolan, Graphics Editor • Published November 11, 2024

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Super-Fact or Super-Fiction?

Super-Fact or Super-Fiction?

An informative piece on the reality of black holes.
By Trenton Nolan, Graphics Editor • Published October 25, 2024

Kara Zor-el (Supergirl) was sent on one of the same pods her infant cousin, Superman when they escaped the destruction of Krypton at the hands of Doom. Supergirl’s trip to Earth was a little different...

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Millie Mauch (1) preparing to serve the ball. The serve was good and resulted in an ace for the wolves on Oct. 1.

Volleyball vs. Elkhorn South | Photo Series

By Trenton Nolan, Graphics Editor • Published October 9, 2024

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No Service?

No Service?

Device rules have gotten stricter.
By Trenton Nolan, Graphics Editor • Published September 25, 2024

On August 13th, 2024, students faced the harsh reality that their phones would spend the next 180 days in a caddy. In the 2023-2024 school year, many teachers required students to place their phones...

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Freshman Connor Wurdeman (80) runs the ball. Wurdeman intercepted a pass during the second quarter of the game on Sept. 12, 2024.

Freshman Football vs. Lincoln Northwest | Photo Series

Wolves win their game against the Falcons 35-0.
By Trenton Nolan, Graphics Editor • Published September 18, 2024

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Spanish teacher Kenny Navarro smiles in front of buildings in a foreign country.

Venezuelan Teacher Seeking New Opportunities

New Spanish teacher Kenny Navarro adapted to new environments
By Elan Perry, Ally Lawrence, and Trenton Nolan • Published September 5, 2024

English is a difficult language to learn. Growing up in Venezuela, Spanish was new foreign language teacher Kenny Navarro’s first language, but English was something that intrigued him. “When I...

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In Trenton We Trust: Procrastination

In Trenton We Trust: Procrastination

A satirical review on how procrastination can be detrimental
By Trenton Nolan, Graphics Editor • Published May 17, 2024

Procrastination is a universal experience. Whether you're a high school student or a middle-aged accountant, chances are you've put off something important at some point. From delaying doing the dishes...

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In Trenton We Trust: AI

In Trenton We Trust: AI

A satirical review on Artificial Intelligence
By Trenton Nolan, Graphics Editor • Published May 13, 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) has had a growing influence in our world. I mean, it’s on nearly every phone, computer, and smart device. Some people have a positive take on AI, but others think it’s...

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In Trenton We Trust: Hallway Etiquette

In Trenton We Trust: Hallway Etiquette

A satirical review on the types of walkers in the halls of North
By Trenton Nolan, Graphics Editor • Published April 29, 2024

We spend at least 24 minutes a day, 168 minutes a week, 30,240 minutes every school year in the hallways. Within them lies an unspoken etiquette that many follow, while others simply do not. Let’s talk...

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Junior Luke Grigsby (20) dribbling the ball while attempting to keep possession from his Norris opponent. Grigsby got two assists in their game on Tuesday, April 23rd.

Boys Soccer vs. Norris | Photo Series

The Wolves won against Norris 4-0 at home on Tuesday, April 23, 2024.
By Trenton Nolan, Graphics Editor • Published April 29, 2024

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