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Delegation on Legislation: Bills, Bills, & More Bills
Delegation on Legislation: Bills, Bills, & More Bills
November 7, 2024
The Blue Dot: A Growing Tide or a Fading Speck?
The Blue Dot: A Growing Tide or a Fading Speck?
November 7, 2024
As voting regulations are put in place across America, it is becoming apparent how these new rules will affect voter turnout and voter apathy.
The Ballot Is Stronger Than the Bullet: New Voting Security Measures and the Future of American Politics
November 7, 2024
Yahya Sinwar speaks at a meeting in Gaza City. An Israeli attack killed Sinwar on Oct. 18. Photo by Adel Hana courtesy of AP News.
Leader of Hamas Killed, War in Gaza Continues
November 6, 2024
Dual Hurricanes Batter Gulf Coast Less Than Two Weeks Apart
Dual Hurricanes Batter Gulf Coast Less Than Two Weeks Apart
November 5, 2024
STAFF EDITORIAL: Student Wifi Struggles
November 5, 2024
EA Sports FC 25 Not Finishing Its Goals
EA Sports FC 25 Not Finishing Its Goals
November 5, 2024
Valas Brings Variety to Fall Season
November 4, 2024
Your Favorite Artist’s Favorite Artist: Chappell Roan Enters the Midwestern Music Scene
Your Favorite Artist’s Favorite Artist: Chappell Roan Enters the Midwestern Music Scene
October 12, 2024
What Could Have Been a Touchdown Was Instead an Interception: “Madden 25”
What Could Have Been a Touchdown Was Instead an Interception: “Madden 25”
October 8, 2024
Ready for Battle The Mock Trial team poses outside of the Douglas County Courthouse before the first competition. The teams performed very well in the opening round of trial.
Preparing the Plaintiff: Mock Trial Takes the Stand
November 11, 2024
Pitch Perfect Eason Jia '28, Laeth Sykora '28, Peter Trautman '26, Brady Quinlivan '26, Jack Burke '27, and Luke Bittner '26 pose for a team photo before their choir festival. The team travelled to the University of Nebraska Kearny for the event. Photo courtesy of Ms. Emily Nolan.
Starting on a New Note: Choir Welcomes New Set of Singers
November 11, 2024
Graphic by Easton Crouse
Capturing Hearts: Two Adorable Animals Hit the World Stage
November 11, 2024
Knights Gather Around ‘The Round Table’: A New Platform for School Outreach
Knights Gather Around ‘The Round Table’: A New Platform for School Outreach
November 8, 2024
New Responsibilities: Seniors Prepare for Voting Booth
November 6, 2024
Graphic courtesy of Best Wrestler LLC
Be The Best: The Best Wrestler Ties Up With The Mount
November 12, 2024
Downfield Drought: Air Raid Hits Turbulence, Running Game Gains Ground
November 11, 2024
Finishing Strong Mesach Nkurubujango ‘27 runs the last few yards of his race. Nkurubujango led the team to first place in the 2024 Plattesmouth Invitational race. Photo courtesy of Prep Running Nerd.
Sophomore Strides into Winning Seasons
October 11, 2024
Looking Out for the Linemen Coach Baker watches the team play against Colombus Lakeview. The Knights fell 14-24
New Leadership in the Trenches: Coach Baker Puts O-Line to Work
October 11, 2024
Pregame Head Coach Jay Landstrom works with Ethan Moline ‘25 before the Colombus SCOTUS game. The Knights prepared for a tough game against a top ten team in Class C1.
New Captain at the Helm: Landstrom Takes Over Football Program
October 10, 2024
David’s Cryptids: Bigfoot
November 8, 2024
Insights into Mount Michael Boarding Experience
Insights into Mount Michael Boarding Experience
November 8, 2024
Cryptid Creatures: Loch Ness Monster
Cryptid Creatures: Loch Ness Monster
October 2, 2024
The Mount's Staff Olympic Dream Team
The Mount’s Staff Olympic Dream Team
October 2, 2024
Big Ballin: Mount Michael Staff Take the Court
Big Ballin: Mount Michael Staff Take the Court
February 19, 2024
Crossword Puzzle Answers
Crossword Puzzle Answers
April 12, 2024
Mount Michael Basketball vs. Ralston
Mount Michael Basketball vs. Ralston
December 14, 2023
The Round Table
October 15, 2024

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Oliver Sorensen

Oliver joined The Mount Journalism team in 2023. Sorensen also participates in cross country and track.

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Will Storbeck

Will joined The Mount Journalism team in 2023. Storbeck also participates in investment club, mock trial, football, and soccer..

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Paxton Chamberlain

Paxton joined The Mount Journalism team in 2023. Chamberlain also participates in baseball, investment club, and is a part of the NHS.

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John Kelly

John joined The Mount Journalism team in 2024. Kelly also participates in academic decathlon, mock trial, advanced speech, swim team, and cross country.

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Connor Smith

Connor joined The Mount Journalism team in 2024. Smith also participates in investment club, academic decathlon, and frisbee golf.

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Garrett Fogle

Garrett joined The Mount Journalism team in 2023. Fogle also participates in investment club, golf, and cross country.

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Gabe Sus

Gabe joined The Mount Journalism team in 2023. Sus also participates in Theatre.

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Cody Torczon

Cody joined The Mount Journalism team in 2023. Torczon also participates in investment club, student council, football, and golf.

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Will McTaggart

Will joined The Mount Journalism team in 2023. Mctaggart also participates in investment club, football, and soccer.

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Social Media Manager

Derek Brewer

Derek joined The Mount Journalism team in 2023. Brewer also participates in football, basketball, and golf.

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Co-Chief in Broadcasting

Jack Stanek

Jack joined The Mount Journalism team in 2024. Stanek also participates in investment club, baseball, and frisbee golf.

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Chief of Distribution and Advertising Lead

Isaac Weeder

Isaac joined The Mount Journalism team in 2024. Weeder also participating in investment, Madonna unified flag football, and being a soccer manager.

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Page Editor and Reporter

Aaron Duran

Aaron joined The Mount Journalism team in 2023. Duran also participates in wrestling and mock trial.

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Entertainment Page Editor

Brian Ostrander

Brian joined The Mount Journalism team in 2023. Ostrander also participates in wrestling and frolf (frisbee golf).

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Reporter & Cover Page Editor

Augie Knobbe

Auggie joined The Mount Journalism team in 2023. Knobbe also participates in unified sports.

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Reporter & Chief of Broadcasting

Drew Hoeft

Drew joined The Mount Journalism team in 2023. Hoeft also participates in investment club, baseball and basketball.

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Reporter & Editor-in-Chief

Easton Crouse

Easton joined The Mount Journalism team in 2023. Crouse also participates in diving.

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Reporter and Chief of Story

David Barkmeier

David joined The Mount Journalism team in 2023. Barkmeier also participates in soccer and cross country.

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Reporter & Social Media Manager/ Online Editor

Beckett Beller

Beckett joined The Mount Journalism team in 2023. Beller also participates in Soccer and also plays on a club soccer team.

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Reporter & Photographer

Jackson Teetor

Jackson joined The Mount Journalism team in 2023. Teetor also participates in baseball, cross country, wrestling, and investment club.

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