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The Student News Site of Elkhorn North High School

The Howler

The Student News Site of Elkhorn North High School

The Howler

Morgan Brickell

Morgan Brickell, Reporter

Morgan Brickell is a senior, and this is her third year on staff. She enjoys writing stories and working outside of school. She has two cats named Bear and Bean that she loves with her entire heart. Brickell is excited to see what the Howler staff accomplishes this year!

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Dawson Thomsen midway through the butterfly during the 100 yard butterfly.

Swim vs. Lincoln Southwest | Photo Series

Elkhorn Swim competed against Lincoln Southwest.
By Morgan Brickell, ReporterPublished February 2, 2022

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Two Tuprin sisters in a recent interview with ABC.

The System Has Failed the Turpin Siblings

Four years ago the Turpin siblings were rescued from their nightmare house, since they have been failed.
By Morgan Brickell, ReporterPublished January 18, 2022

In 2018, Jordan Turpin bravely escaped from her tortuous home in the end saving her and her 12 siblings lives. For their whole lives, the Turpin siblings were shut out from the world by their parents David...

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The Unspoken Massacres

The Unspoken Massacres

School shootings are not talked about often, but continue to occur.
By Morgan Brickell, ReporterPublished January 10, 2022

Five days a week, and 10 months of the year students attend what should be a safe space. Unfortunately, over the last decades the word “safe” no longer applies to schools.  On November 30,...

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Magic Kingdom Castle at night

Review | “The Happiest Place on Earth”

A review of the parks at "the happiest place on earth."
By Morgan Brickell, ReporterPublished December 16, 2021

No one's Disney experience is the same, Disney World alone is the size of San Francisco. Last week for four days I got to visit the “happiest place on earth.” It was my second time going, needless...

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Time schedules at Elkhorn North.

Why 3:20?

Students in the Elkhorn district often want to know why we have to be in school for a full day.
By Morgan Brickell, ReporterPublished November 29, 2021

From middle school to high school, teenagers have little say into what course are on their schedules. The ones who have the most influence behind scheduling are the counselors. The three counselors...

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Gaby and Brian's Youtube Channel.

Update: The Disappearance of Gabby Petito

The suspect of Petito’s murder was found dead earlier this month.
By Morgan Brickell, ReporterPublished November 17, 2021

Gabby Petito’s body was found September 19th, and only a month later, Brian Laundries' body was found.  Laundrie and Petito set off on a cross country trip in the beginning of June 2021. This trip...

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Elkhorn North Volleyball talking during a timeout.

State Volleyball | Photo Series

The Elkhorn North volleyball team competed against York in the first round of the state tournament. They beat their opponents 3-0.
By Morgan Brickell, ReporterPublished November 9, 2021

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Four teens in the Omaha area were recently involved in a drinking and driving accident.

A Costly Decision: Don’t Drink and Drive

Time after time teenagers are losing their lives to drinking and driving; these deaths are preventable.
By Morgan Brickell, ReporterPublished October 21, 2021

Many teens do not think before they make decisions because of their undeveloped brains. These decisions could mean life or death. One in particular is drinking and driving. The decision to drink and drive...

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Chloe Healy holding a present at her baby shower

Soon-To-Be Mom, Mrs. Healy

English Teacher Chloe Healy will soon have her first baby.
By Morgan Brickell, ReporterPublished October 8, 2021

ENHS English teacher and Newspaper Adviser Chloe Healy is gearing up to face a new chapter of her life; This November she will be giving birth to a baby boy.  Teaching in itself is already a busy...

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Reese Aliano and Grace Kline happy after their halftime preformance.

Varsity Football vs. Beatrice | Photo Series

A look into the Elkhorn North Homecoming Football game. Wolves lost in overtime 41-40.
By Morgan Brickell, ReporterPublished September 21, 2021

 

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U.S faces Afghans 
Phtoto by: The Mother Jones.com

Up to Date: Afghanistan

The sudden removal of troops in Afghanistan is affecting the U.S. more than ever
By Morgan Brickell, ReporterPublished September 7, 2021

On August 12, 2021 President Biden announced the departure of U.S troops from Afghanistan after nearly 20 years. Twenty years ago, al-Qaeda launched the September 11th attacks that led the U.S to invading...

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Review | “Trip At Knight”

Review | “Trip At Knight”

Don't Trip over Trippie's new album
By Morgan Brickell, ReporterPublished September 3, 2021

Lamar White IV, professionally known as Trippie Redd released his ninth album on August 20th, 2021. Trippie’s 2018 debut album “Life's A Trip” landed him spots on the Billboard top 200. Since then,...

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The Year in Review with Mr. Radicia

By Morgan Brickell, ReporterPublished May 14, 2021

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Photo By: Morgan Brickell

Do Standardized Tests Reflect Students’ Abilities?

Standardized test are not an effective tool.
By Morgan Brickell, ReporterPublished May 5, 2021

At least once a year students spend hours in one seat taking a test: a standardized test. Ranging from a test that measures students' abilities to a test that determines where they will get into college....

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The Secret (Work) Life of Teachers

The Secret (Work) Life of Teachers

The outside jobs of teachers students do not know.
By Morgan Brickell, ReporterPublished April 19, 2021

Out of seven days of the week, students dread a specific five days and 35 hours a week, school. Though these students dread the heavy work load, thinking that their teachers come in, grade papers, and...

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60 Days in Office

60 Days in Office

A look into what President Joe Biden has accomplished so far.
By Morgan Brickell, ReporterPublished March 24, 2021

It has been 60 days since President Joe Biden was sworn into office. To many, the first 100 days of a president's presidency are crucial as these days set the precedent for what the rest of their time...

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Section about slavery.

Slavery: Something We Should Teach More About

School does not teach us enough about slavery.
By Morgan Brickell, ReporterPublished March 8, 2021

Slavery a word so simple, yet holds so much behind it. Beginning in ancient times, slavery was used as a source labor, and slaves were seen as less than others. Over time slavery soon turned into more...

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From: ml.usembassy.gov

February: Black History Month

Something We Should Be Celebrating Here and Everywhere
By Morgan Brickell, ReporterPublished February 17, 2021

February 1926, the first month that would lead to years of celebration every February for Black History. Black History Month is the celebration of the achievements of African Americans throughout US history....

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Students Look Ahead to Career Goals

Students Look Ahead to Career Goals

Students look to future careers and aspirations.
Published February 3, 2021

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A Hopeful 2021

A Hopeful 2021

After a rough 2020, ENHS students set positive intentions for the new year.
Published January 19, 2021

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Where Johnny Is, So Is Dan

Where Johnny Is, So Is Dan

It is hard to avoid your dad when he is the Principal.
By Morgan Brickell, ReporterPublished December 16, 2020

In school, students are held to very high standards by their parents. They wake up everyday and are expected to go to school and learn. After that they come home and are expected to do studying and homework....

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Brandon Orgibold shooting

Boys Basketball vs. Gross Catholic | Photo Series

The Wolves took on Gross Catholic on Tuesday, December 8. Both JV and Varsity pulled out a win.
By Morgan Brickell and Ellie MecknaPublished December 10, 2020

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Challenge: Name Brand vs. Off Brand

Newspaper staff shows up for challenge
By Morgan Brickell, ReporterPublished November 24, 2020

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PSA: Wear a Mask

A mask mandate is in effect in Douglas County, which include ENHS.
Published November 9, 2020

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Photo by Payton Coulter: North players being tackled

Football vs. Elkhorn High | Photo Series

A series of pictures by Payton Coulter from the Elkhorn North v. Elkhorn High football game.
By Morgan Brickell, ReporterPublished October 19, 2020

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Football Hype Video 2020

Football Hype Video 2020

Raised by the Wolves
Published October 14, 2020

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RBG: Fighting On and Off the Court

RBG: Fighting On and Off the Court

Ginsburg fought on the Supreme Court till the Day she passed
By Morgan Brickell, ReporterPublished October 8, 2020

Till the day she passed Ruth Bater Ginsburg fought not only on the court but off. Being an activist for Feminism, Ginsburg was the first to accomplish many things as a woman. For 27 years Ginsburg did...

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Meet the Howler Staff: Uncut

Meet the Howler Staff: Uncut

Get to know our team!
Published September 15, 2020

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