Elena Correa, staff writer

February 28, 2020

The Girl Up club and its efforts are relatively new to Central. Just last year Girl Up was created as a chapter of the national Girl Up organization by two senior girls.   The two students became familiar with the organization online and through association with other schools who already had a Girl Up club of their own. The mission of the organization...

Daniel Graham, contributing writer

February 26, 2020

Having a club might be a way to continue the class if it had to go away. Deron Larson Creative writing teacher

Emma Whaley, Editor in Chief

February 19, 2020

Fights can seem like a daily occurrence in the halls of Central. But, unless you’ve been in one, the thought process of fighting can seem foreign.   Principal Ed Bennett sees fighting in school as an extension of the community.  “When events happen in the community, whether it’s the social media community or the general community, school...

Mackenzie Coughlin, Staff Writer

March 27, 2020

Anyone that has Netflix or other streaming platforms can see the quick rise in the number of true crime documentaries that have been released even in the past few months. From stories of serial killers to stalkers, the idea of popularizing and fantasizing crime has become very mainstream. Junior Shay Frost said, “Once one is made and does well it...

Jane Gawecki, Staff Writer

March 19, 2020

In early 2019, Mayor Jean Stothert approved the idea to begin a new tradition: The MLK “Living the Dream”Competition. Omaha residents were trying to get this event to happen for 10 years, but previous mayors had never nurtured the idea or given any initiative to support it. This event allows teenagers in the Omaha area to showcase their talents...

Jane Gawecki, Staff Writer

March 19, 2020

Obscure fashion figures are hard to find in a city like Omaha. The biggest fashion controversies are small liberal businesses selling feminist stickers occasionally. However, one business deep in Little Bohemia has changed the game for Omaha. This shop is called Roland Fitz.   Roland Fitz identifies as a vintage shop even though they deserve a...

Mackenzie Coughlin, Staff Writer

March 27, 2020

It is no secret to any high school student that their mailbox is being flooded with college letters that are attempting to gain them as a student. Colleges from around the...

Mackenzie Coughlin, Staff Writer

March 27, 2020

The GPS phone locator and tracker Life360 is very commonly found on teenagers’ phones. The goal of this app is for parents to keep their kids safe while they are driving,...

Jane Gawecki, Staff Writer

March 19, 2020

Passing periods at Central are only five minutes. Five minutes to walk from the gym to fourth floor; five minutes to go to the bathroom with a line out the door. Five minutes...

Mackenzie Coughlin, Staff Writer

March 27, 2020

Many people who regularly workout know that certain techniques and schedules can show more results than others. Several workout myths, although untrue, are still followed by a majority of workout beginners. These can cause serious injuries and not even contribute to the benefit of the workout. The website...

Noemi Gilbert, contributing writer

February 26, 2020

College athletics have been a significant part of campus life for decades. Playing a sport is similar to a full-time job for athletes because of the long hours and time commitment. But student athletes don’t get the pay that comes with a normal job. Right now, paying a college athlete is not allowed...

Malcolm Durfee O'Brien, editor-in-chief

February 24, 2020

Senior Brock Lakin signed on Wednesday, February fifth with St. Ambrose University in Davenport, Iowa. Lakin, a third baseman and pitcher for Central’s varsity baseball team, signed with their baseball program.  “I chose St. Ambrose because it’s a smaller school and I think that the community...