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Bela’s Movie Blog: A Guide to the Oscars 2025

Bela Parrett, Editor-In-Chief February 7, 2025

Awards season is an interesting time for movie enjoyers. Taking place during one of the most holiday-dry periods of the year, many look forward to a little celebration of the most recognized films, shows,...

"Nosferatu" (2024) poster courtesy of IMDb.

Bela’s Movie Blog: ‘Nosferatu’

Bela Parrett, Editor-In-Chief January 29, 2025

I, among many others who grew up watching Nickelodeon, were introduced to the character of Nosferatu from a single episode of Spongebob Squarepants," where he spooks the employees of the Krusty Krab....

It's Your Birthday: Treat Yourself to Some Freebies

It’s Your Birthday: Treat Yourself to Some Freebies

Kairi Yancer, Photographer January 28, 2025

  Happy Birthday! You should know what freebies you can get this year for your birthday, ranging from food, beverages, and products from your favorite places. Many birthday freebies...

Spring Sports Preseason

Spring Sports Preseason

Lili Everley, Managing Editor January 28, 2025

As the weather begins to warm up in late February, the spring sports season will begin as well. However, for athletes who intend to join a sport in the spring, preseason workouts take place all through...

WHO ARE YOU GUARDING Senior Corbin Allen does a layup after passing by the North Kansas City defender Friday, Jan. 10. The Northmen defeated the Hornets 74-65 in the district game.

Northmen defeat Hornets

Cooper Archer, Photographer January 12, 2025

In a 74-65 game, the 11-1 Northmen pass by the 5-4 Hornets Friday night.

On Wednesday, Jan. 8, NKC Schools student Ryker Nakahodo begins to shovel his driveway by throwing it atop a pile. He did all this in the hope that shoveling snow would earn some money. He also didn't want to change into winter gear because wanted to get out there and do a quick job. “Because I don't want my Mom to slip and die in the car or Silva [our neighbor]," Nakahodo said.

Winter Storm Blair sends students home for record week

NorthmenNews staff January 10, 2025

As the town lay under a blanket of snow for an entire week, everyday routines transformed into wintry adventures filled with unexpected joys. Snow days can be fun but can also be a lot to handle with...

COMMUNITY HISTORY
Junior James Mueller works on an assignment regarding the current project in AP Government. The goal is to create an interactive way for citizens to learn about the Declaration of Independence. “The possibility of the project genuinely being created and put somewhere in the community is fun,” Mueller said.

AP Government Challenges Creativity

Stellah Meadows, Journalism 1 Photographer December 18, 2024

Welcome to the Workforce

Welcome to the Workforce

Rebecca Thomson, Journalism 1 reporter December 18, 2024

As you head into school, you’re absolutely drained.  Between schoolwork keeping you up into the early hours of the morning, and your job taking up time after school, you’ve been having a hard time...

Junior Sierra Geary and senior Lilli Everley scream after their teammate scores on a layup during the preseason jamboree on Tuesday, Nov. 19. "I think that we have a great group of girls and we're working very hard. I think that we're gonna have a great year. with lots of results." The Oakies played their first regular season game Monday, Nov. 25 against Raytown and won the game 69-30.

Girls basketball plays in Jamboree

Brian Mayer, Photographer November 27, 2024

Shooting through the water, one hand breaks into the water as another rises from underneath. Senior Ben Place racing the backstroke at State Swim. He got into State during his conference and has preparing to do cut down time ever since.

Swimmers place well at State competition

Niko Nakahodo, Journalism 1 Photographer November 24, 2024

Oak Park Northmen swimmers had an exceptional performance at the Class 2 State Swim meet this past weekend. "The guys swam so well and had a blast together as a team," coach Ian Johnston wrote. Here...

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