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On September 19, 2024, Ryan Murphy’s and Ian Brennan’s "Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story" was released on Netflix, grabbing attention all over America. The show describes the story of the Menendez brothers as it takes viewers through the murder of their parents, their trial, and their conviction while also showcasing the sexual and mental trauma that the boys experienced from their parents.

“Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story” twists the truth for more appeal

Avari Wischhof, Co-Editor-in-Chief November 20, 2024

On September 19, 2024, Ryan Murphy’s and Ian Brennan’s Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story was released on Netflix, grabbing the attention of not only true crime fanatics, but a larger portion...

Teens today are struggling with parasocial relationships and their presence online. Beyonce, Justin Bieber, Taylor Swift, and One Direction are examples of current and previous teen obsessions.

Teens parasocial relationships are negatively affecting their mental health

Olivia Muffler, Staff Writer November 20, 2024

In today’s digital world, fans no longer just follow celebrities online from a distance, they feel like they know them on a personal level. This phenomenon, known as a parasocial relationship, has become...

Mykhailo Ivashchenko, Ukranian native and Lincoln tennis coach hosts a Ukranian tennis camp for 31 middle school age children at Woods Tennis center. Not only does he work hard in the tennis community, he works to organize fundraisers and drives for Ukraine while researching as a PhD student to help with medical care back home.

Ukranian tennis coach, Mykhailo Ivashchenko, creates lasting impacts both in Lincoln and his home country

Lily Abele, Staff Writer November 20, 2024

As you walk around Woods Tennis Center, you often hear excitement in kids' voices when they shout for Michael, a comfort for many despite the challenges he faces. Mykhailo Ivashchenko, often referred...

Artist's rendition of composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart if he were an artist alive and creating new content in 2024. His latest piece, “Ganz Kleine Nachtmusik” was played for a modern audience on September 19, 2024 for the first time.

The Maestro strikes

Louis Hoffman, Staff Writer November 20, 2024

A group of classical music researchers rediscovered a new Mozart song while compiling music for the ninth edition of the Köchel catalog. [The catalog is the most complete list of works of Wolfgang Amadeus...

The village of Angoon is a town you can visit today, home to around 450 permanent residents and many summer visitors as well. However, tourists have typically arrived by ferry, which treated them immediately to a view of the section of the town that was destroyed by the U.S. Navy.

The US Navy Makes Apologies for the Destruction of Alaskan Native Villages

Mouse Kaufhold, Staff Writer November 20, 2024

In 1869, three Tlingit villages were set ablaze, one of which had been quite populous and found itself victim to a bombardment the day prior. In 1882, the Tlingit village of Angoon was bombed, looted,...

A section of The Good Life Halfsy race took place on the road around Holmes Lake in Lincoln. This gave runners a beautiful view while participating in the half marathon.

The Good Life Halfsy continues a Lincoln tradition with record breaking attendance

Kaitlyn Peitzmeier, Editor, Social Media Editor November 18, 2024

The 11th annual Good Life Halfsy marathon took place on Sunday, October 27, 2024 all throughout the city of Lincoln, Nebraska. This year had 7,100 participating runners, crushing last year's number of...

Myles Hardt preforms as Orpheus in Hadestown: Teen Edition at Lincoln East High School on October 31, 2024. Lincoln East High School showcases the musical Hadestown: Teen Edition to a Nebraska audience.

Lincoln East presents Nebraksa’s first high school performance of Hadestown: Teen Edition

Rachel Gubbels, Staff Writer November 18, 2024

On October 31, 2024, Lincoln East Theatre performed their opening production of "Hadestown: Teen Edition" at Lincoln East High School. Hadestown: Teen Edition is a student-friendly revamping of the popular...

The map of The United States of America represents the 13 states that had been affected by the recent McDonald's E.coli outbreak. It's important to see the geographical outlook of this outbreak for information on where the contaminated products are being sold and eaten.

McDonalds E.coli outbreak affects many states resulting in dozens of hospitalizations

Tatum Lewis, Staff Writer November 15, 2024

The McDonald’s E. coli outbreak is rapidly spreading, infecting more innocent civilians. As of last week, 90 people had fallen ill in 13 different states linked to the onions in the McDonald's Quarter...

Senior Caleb Ruch (R), and junior Ben Schlegelmilch lead the race early on in the District Meet. They have been working together all year to be the best they can.

Cross country, post State Championship, Lincoln East boys are rising in the ranks

Hazel Ockander, Staff Writer November 15, 2024

On October 25, the Class A NSAA State Championships was held in Kearney, Nebraska where the runners battled it out for the last time this season. Cross country has made quite a name for itself here at...

Hydro Flask (top left), Hydro Jug (top middle), Yeti (top right), Stanley (bottom left), Owala (bottom middle), and generic brands (bottom right) are some of the most trending water bottles at the moment. 35% of students said that Owalas were their favorite water bottle brand.

Which trending water bottles are really worth the hype?

Olivia Muffler, Staff Writer November 12, 2024

Having a cool, trending water bottle has become the new hot thing these past few years, especially among teenagers and young adults. Water bottles have become a status symbol in schools across the country,...

Michaela Schleicher, a teacher at Lincoln East, sits in her classroom preparing for the challenges of the new positions this year. Surrounded by pictures and other memories, she is reminded of her teaching journey.

New beginnings

Zahraa Aljabiry, Staff Writer November 12, 2024

Michaela Schleicher, an eighteen year social studies teacher, is having a transformative school year with many new roles. Schleicher teaches only AP classes, and two additional AP courses have been added...

Football coach and teacher John Gingery makes an impact on East High students daily. His humor, unique personality, and love for coaching has been lifting those around him for many years.

A Lincoln East icon: John Gingery is not leaving any time soon

Kaitlyn Peitzmeier, Editor, Social Media Editor November 11, 2024

John Gingery has made a lasting impact on Lincoln East and its spartan culture. He has been in the East High School football program for 50 years, as well as the head coach for 28 years. Everyone who has...

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