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Treble, bass clef and concert choirs shine at DMC, earn three superior rankings
Jada Randecker, Reporter • May 19, 2025

Every year in late April, choirs across Nebraska compete to earn high scores from NSAA judges. Gretna...

After being named the NSAA Class B State Champion in Journalism, Gretna East Media students and their adviser, Ranae Duncan, pose for a group photo. "Honestly, it was close," Duncan said. "West Point Beemer really gave us a run for our money and made the kids work for this second championship."
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Gretna East Media wins back-to-back state titles
Madeline Petrick, Editor-in-chief • April 30, 2025

Gretna East Media (GEM) won its second state title on Monday. By becoming the 2025 Class B NSAA State...

Smiling after receiving Rookie of the Year award, vocal music teacher Nathan Wallace poses with his students for a commemorative photo.
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Three Griffin teachers recognized for excellence by community-voted awards
Colton Knott, Feature Editor • April 23, 2025

The Gretna Public Schools Foundation has announced the winners of the third annual Educational Excellence...

Posing for their "senior photo", the Greasers and Pink Ladies drive their car, "Grease Lightning", onstage for bows.
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Students embrace spirit of 1950s in production of ‘Grease’
Colton Knott, Feature Editor • April 9, 2025

The theater was filled with the pride of Rydell High and rock and roll from the 1950s as audiences gathered...

Loading into his back hip and preparing to hit the baseball, Jakub "Kuba" Brown awaits in the batter's box in a game against Team Colombia. Brown played for the Czech National Team at this year's DRD International Academies Baseball Tournament in Puerto Rico.
Baseball connects Brown to heritage, global competition
Easton Leahy, Reporter • May 9, 2025

This season, Jakub “Kuba” Brown has been a top contributor on the Gretna East baseball team, showcasing his talent both offensively and defensively,...

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Megan Sughroue poses for a photo after the 129th official edition of the Boston Marathon on April 21.
Marathon mindset drives Griffins track
Brody Heidemann, Broadcast Editor • May 9, 2025

Running down the famous Boylston Street in Boston, Mass., fifth-grade English teacher Megan Sughroue took in the hundreds of thousands of fans...

In a match against Pius X, freshman Zoe Katsavelis has her eye on the ball.
Nationally ranked freshman goes undefeated on East tennis team
Taegyn Brown, Reporter • May 9, 2025

Seven years ago, tennis was just a hobby for freshman Zoe Katsavelis, but now she is ranked No. 351 in the country, second in Nebraska for high...

Before taking the mound to start the game against the Millard North Mustangs, junior Andrew Dowd warms up in the bullpen on April 3. The Griffins closed out the game 5-3 after five innings.
JV 1 baseball shuts out Elkhorn North Wolves
Reese Beery, Sports Editor • May 5, 2025

Securing another win for Gretna East, the JV 1 baseball team beat Elkhorn North’s JV team in a three-up three-down style in seven innings on...

Opinion
High school isn’t for the weak…
Expectations of "perfect student" cause sea of to-dos
Bailey Johnson, Reporter • May 21, 2025

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This cartoon is in response to section 4 of the Jan. 20 Presidential action "Restoring Names that Honor American Greatness" and Feb. 9 Presidential Proclamation recognizing Feb. 9 to be Gulf of America Day. 
Opinion
Symbolism over substance: The Gulf renaming debate
Bailey Johnson, Reporter • May 16, 2025

This cartoon critiques the recent decision to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the “Gulf of America,” a move that has drawn criticism for...

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From athlete to ER: why moderation matters
Reese Beery, Sports Editor • May 13, 2025

DISCLOSURE: This is an opinion article. Please note that unsigned editorials represent the collective opinion of The Wingspan student news...

Artificial intelligence is the key to modernizing education
Aidan McClaren, Reporter • April 20, 2025

DISCLOSURE: This is an opinion article. Please note that unsigned editorials represent the collective opinion of The Wingspan student news...

No pressure, just play: Intramural sports provide way for student participation, fitness
Easton Leahy, Reporter • March 25, 2025

DISCLOSURE: This is an opinion article. Please note that unsigned editorials represent the collective opinion of The Wingspan student news staff...

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The mascot of the cafeteria, a sasquatch, stands by the ice cream freezer on Friday, May 2 at lunchtime. He holds the schedule for next week's menu in his right hand.
Cardboard mascot becomes friendly figure in cafeteria
Aidan McClaren, Reporter • May 16, 2025

An unusual guest has become a notable figure in the cafeteria. This mythical cardboard creature with fluffy brown fur, gnarled feet and long, sharp claws is none other than a sasquatch. Unlike the elusive and mysterious sasquatches of legend, this sasquatch...

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John Carda poses for a photo with Svetlana Boginskaya, a three-time Olympic all-around champion.
Keeping athletes in the game: John Carda’s impact on Griffin athletics
Drew Rhoades, Reporter • March 28, 2025

March marks Athletic Trainer Appreciation Month, highlighting...

Practicing her poem in front of the club on Feb. 26, senior Maya Thorne expresses her feelings about violence in American schools. Her piece criticized leaders and advocated for change.
Members of Slam Poetry Club find power in words
Macy Plummer, Contributor • March 12, 2025

The classroom is quiet and the lights buzz as sophomore...

Before his open heart surgery in 2023, freshman Damon Dauel poses with the Nebraska Men's Basketball Team after being invited to come watch practice by Husker Head Coach Fred Hoiberg. Hoiberg had a special connection with Dauel as he himself had a heart condition which ended his NBA playing career in 2005.
From surgeries to sidelines, freshman finds love for sports while fighting a heart condition
Allyson Sherman, Guest Reporter • February 3, 2025

No one chooses to live with a heart condition or learning...

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