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Lincoln Public Schools, in coordination with Mayor Leirion Gaylor Bairds new Directed Health Measures, has delayed winter sports until at least December 7th.

New DHM delays winter sports in LPS until at least December 7

Camden Cohn, Sports Editor November 16, 2020

Friday the 13th; superstition in western culture labels this day as one of the unluckiest days of the year. For LPS athletes, that superstition became a reality as, under Lincoln Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird’s...

Results from the 2020 Student Vote with Joe Biden winning with 60% of the vote against incumbent presidential candidate Donald Trump with only 30% of the vote.

2020 Student Vote results in a win for Biden and high student participation

Kamryn Snyder, Editor-in-Chief November 16, 2020

This year’s student vote was held on Thursday, October 29th across LPS through a survey on the district’s website to help engage students in the process of voting, a crucial part of our democracy....

The risk dial serves as a guide to the Lincoln-Lancaster County public for the most present situation regarding the Covid-19 virus, ranging from low to severe in the possibility of acquiring the virus in the area. It has been updated as of Friday, November 6th, 2020.

Lancaster County’s Covid-19 risk dial goes red for the first time

Faqeha Qureshi, Staff Writer November 16, 2020

On November 6, 2020, Lancaster County’s risk dial for COVID-19 moved into mid-red, or severe risk for infection, for the first time, putting the public on high alert. 374 confirmed-positive cases have...

East High School students eating between dividers in the school cafeteria. These dividers have been mandated by LPS to block the spread of COVID 19.

Is it still safe to eat a school lunch everyday?

Ava Bartels, Editor November 12, 2020

Year after year, thousands of students from the vast Lincoln area eat the school-provided breakfasts and lunches. The meals have changed over the years to accommodate new health regulations, dietary practices,...

Spartans prevail 42-0 over the Bulldogs in their first playoff game.

Lincoln East advances to quarterfinals in 42-0 win over North Platte

Camden Cohn, Sports Editor November 4, 2020

The Lincoln East Spartan football team began their postseason trek with a resounding 42-0 win against an upset driven North Platte Bulldogs team last Friday on a beautiful day at Seacrest Field in Lincoln,...

Posters made by members and officers of HOSA advertising to possible interested students in the commons.

HOSA’s first meeting of the school year

Kamryn Snyder, Editor-in-Chief October 28, 2020

On Monday, October 5th the first HOSA meeting was held after school in the commons at East. HOSA, otherwise known as the Health Occupations Students of America, is a great opportunity for kids at East...

A road closed marker along 84th and A; a snippet of whats to come.

84th Street closure: goal to improve appearance along the corridor

Joel Bierbower, Staff Artist, Staff Writer October 28, 2020

“Road closed to thru traffic.” A common orange and black sign frequently seen along the many curbs and corners of the community, especially during peak construction months. While a minor hassle for...

The Lady Spartans celebrate with one another after finding out they have won the state title.

Lady Spartans take state for third consecutive year in upset at state cross country

Camden Cohn, Sports Editor October 28, 2020

On October 23rd, 2020, the Lincoln East Girls Cross Country team etched their names in history once again at the Kearney Country Club in Kearney, Nebraska on a frigid Friday. They won the team title...

Calendar for quarter 2 if LPS decides to continue the 3/2 schedule during the rest of first semester.

LPS high schools continue 3/2 scheduling

Madalynn Abele, Online Editor, Staff Writer October 22, 2020

Announced on Friday, October 9, LPS decided that high schools will be remaining in the 3/2 staggered scheduling at the beginning of second quarter. This is due to a rise of COVID-19 cases in the county...

Pushing to the finish line, Graeme Hepburn stays focused for the grand achievement of running a 5k.

East cross country team finishes off their season with a charming goodbye

Aden Buggi, Staff Writer October 22, 2020

Lincoln East JV Cross Country Team prepares as they compete against Lincoln Southwest at Pioneers Park on October 8th. Drew Huscher, senior and runner on East’s Cross Country Team states his goal in...

Madelyn Wurth, UNLs Recruiter Specialist, gives an overview of the Universitys objective to the 40 or so East High School students.

UNL hosts virtual college meeting

Faqeha Qureshi, Staff Writer October 20, 2020

Madelyn Wurth, a Recruiter Specialist for the University of Nebraska-Lincoln led a virtual college meeting for East High School students on October 8th. They talked to students about what to expect before...

Patrick Brown is working hard to memorize his lines for this years one act, Booby Trap.

One act season is now upon us

Kyra Rempe, Staff Writer October 20, 2020

It’s officially One Act season for the theater department at East High. The theater department at East has put on lots of great shows, such as “Peter and the Starcatcher,” “Get Smart,” and last...

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