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The sounds of autumn abound
October 16, 2025

The South High instrumental music department held its fall concert October 14. The theme was "Celtic Crossroads" and featured all South orchestra groups with a guest bagpipe player from Omaha Pipes and Drums as well as guest Irish dancer Claire Marlowe....

One new feature is a running sports scoreboard and rolling score list.
New and improved Tooter features
Briahna Frye, Editor • September 26, 2025

Last spring, the Advanced Contemporary Journalism 4 class attended the High School Media Conference at the University of Nebraska at Omaha and...

Coach Jennifer Gutierrez talks to Samantha Riley about career goals.
Career program makes its way back
Kristopher Plascencia-Loza, Senior Reporter • October 3, 2025

After leaving South High for a couple of years, Avenue Scholars is officially back. Avenue Scholars brings new opportunities for students...

Joey Lovstad enjoys seeing students coming to get lunch daily.
Behind the scenes in the South cafeteria
Jordan Smith, Senior Reporter • September 26, 2025

What is it like to be a cafeteria worker at South? Is it tiring? Does it come with many challenges? Or is it the complete opposite? Cafeteria...

Ellen Augustine, left,  and Jennifer Sudduth smile for a photo together.
New goals for a new year
Denise Lagunas, Senior Reporter • September 19, 2025

The National Honor Society (NHS) is a worldwide organization that has been around since 1921. Dr. Edward Rynearson, the founder of National Honor...

It's YOUR Packer Pet of the Week!
It’s YOUR Packer Pet of the Week!
October 16, 2025

This week's Packer Pet is brought to you by English and yearbook teacher Jacob Anderson.  "This is our dog, Annie. She's a mini-poodle who loves...

Wingstop offers delicious food with spectacular vibes. Photo illustration generated by Google Gemini.
Winning with its wings and more
Kristopher Plascencia-Loza, Senior Reporter • May 18, 2025

Have you ever seen a Wingstop mukbang on your TikTok for You page? Read on to learn more about what there is to discover there. Although Wingstop...

Mac Miller's album offers a glimpse into the singer while growing up. Photo illustration generated by Google Gemini.
Popular throwback still drawing streams
Hugo Hernandez Lara, Managing Editor • May 18, 2025

Malcom James McCormick, more commonly known as Mac Miller, was born January 19, 1992, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. At an early age, Miller was...

'La La Land' is a touching tribute to dreams and the sacrifices that come with them. Photo illustration generated by Google Gemini.
‘La La Land’ is for cinematic musical fans
Hugo Hernandez Lara, Managing Editor • May 11, 2025

“La La Land,” released in 2016 and directed by Damien Chazelle, is a touching tribute to dreams and the sacrifices that come with them. Set...

Bad Bunny sets the summer vibe with "Un Verano Sin Ti." Photo illustration generated with Google Gemini.
“Un Verano Sin Ti” 2022
Destiny Rodriguez Cabeza, Managing Editor • May 11, 2025

Bad Bunny’s biggest album recently has been his “Un Verano Sin Ti.” Released in the summer of 2022, “Un Verano Sin Ti” is my favorite...

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Countdown to Halloween!
Boo!
Randall Child’s has worked at South High for many years
‘This is basically my dream job’
Alex Chacon Vargas, Senior Reporter • October 3, 2025

South High math and statistics teacher Randall Childs wants his students to express and stand up for themselves as the youth of today’s day...

Courtney Runge loves teaching English to senior students
A ‘people person through and through’
Karen Alvarado, Senior Reporter • September 26, 2025

South High School teacher Courtney Runge loves interacting with students and learning their stories. Why did Runge decide to become a teacher?...

Jaysson Valle is a South High school graduate, and came back to teach.
For the love of the game
Alex Johnson, Senior Reporter • September 19, 2025

South High graduate Jaysson Valle has decided to stay a part of the Packer family. Valle, a physical education teacher, has been associated...

Born to run
Born to run
Hugo Hernandez Lara, Senior Reporter • October 3, 2025

The South High cross country team had a great weekend at the Cyclone Invite in Harlan, Iowa, recently. Runners competed in a 5k course around...

Packers advance to State semifinals!
Packers advance to State semifinals!
May 14, 2025

Omaha South's varsity boys soccer defeated Lincoln Southwest 5-2 during their quarterfinals match Tuesday at Morrison Stadium. The Packers will...

Lifting beyond limits
Lifting beyond limits
October Kochen, Senior Reporter • March 6, 2025

At Omaha South High School, the Powerlifting Club is about more than just lifting weights. It’s about getting stronger, making friends, and...

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