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Front row: Julia Hines, Kai Tietz  Middle row: Rain Sanchez Tyandre', Ryleigh Penn, Alfonso Villarreal, Isobella Villarreal, Maya Sajadian, Reid Carolus, Sofia Emami-Ahari, Kaitlyn Thangaraj Back row: Justin Nkazi, Max Tripp, Karson Willier, Max Shelton, Samuel Marenge

Eye on the Prize

Kyra Nason, Writer March 6, 2025

The MCHS Academic Decathlon team is attending the state competition in Waterloo this week. “This is amazing, it just shows how much hard work we’ve put into this,” says sophomore Kai Tietz. “I...

Bowling- Michael Solberg to State

Isaiah Torres, Staff Writer February 24, 2025

Michael Solberg-Maas qualified for the 3A Individual State Bowling Meet. He leads the class in total pins and is third in both score per game and high series. The competition takes place Wednesday, February...

Laura Grommesh, German teacher.

Iconic ‘Frau’ Laura Grommesh Retires After 33 Years Inspiring MCHS Students in German Language

Tristan Wible, Writer February 21, 2025

It was the start of the 5th-period, German II class. Ms. Grommesh, otherwise known as Frau, sat in front of the classroom to watch the 2025 Iowa State Girls’ Wrestling tournament. She wore her bright...

Phillips IWCOA 2A Coach of the Year

Isaiah Torres, Writer February 14, 2025

Jake Phillips was honored to be awarded the IWCOA 2025 2A Coach of The Year. He was recognized for his leadership, dedication, and guidance for the young female wrestlers. Under his coaching the girls...

Step Out of the Box:

Shaya King, Writer February 14, 2025

Two sophomores at MCHS created a Public Service Announcement for 10th Grade Honors English class to show how teachers and students really are not that different. “You can find similarities in all...

Snowcoming Dance Set for Saturday

Snowcoming Dance Set for Saturday

Kyra Nason, Writer February 7, 2025

MCHS will host its second annual Snowcoming semi-formal dance for students in the FEMA Room on Saturday night. “This is a new tradition we plan to have for many years to come,” said Claire Sampson,...

Sophomore Aniyah Smith qualified for the 2A Girls State Wrestling Tournament after placing first at the 2A Regional Tournament on Friday.

Nine Girls Qualify for State Wrestling

Isaiah Torres, Writer February 4, 2025

Nine Riverhawk girl wrestlers qualified for state in Friday’s 2A Regional Tournament in Mason City. Piper Phillips placed 1st at 100 lbs. Lila Sheehan placed first at 105 lbs. Carleigh Arjes placed first...

Colin Peterson works out some tweaks in the robot. "How did this happen?" He said. "This is supposed to be wrapped around this way." Peterson uses a computer programming to give the robotics directions.

Robotics Team to Make Historic Debut at State Championships

Kyra Nason, Writer February 4, 2025

The MCHS Robotics team is headed into the state competition this spring. The team placed 3rd at Regionals in Clear Lake, on Saturday, January 25. Members are thrilled. This is their first time after competing...

Girls Wrestling Look to Qualify for State at 2A Regionals

Isaiah Torres, Writer January 31, 2025

Tonight, The Mason City Girls Wrestling Team will host the 2A Regionals in the Mason City Gymnasium. There will be around 8 teams competing to go to state including Cedar Rapids Washington, Clear Lake,...

Sophomore Maddie Cornish is lifted up to receive the ball after a line-out. During a line-out two players from opposing teams are lifted into the air while the hooker throws the ball back into play after the ball goes out of bounds.

Second Year a Success for MCHS Girls Rugby

Jasmine Ditsworth, Writer November 15, 2024

The Mason City Girls Rugby team wrapped up another successful season, placing 6th in the state. That’s out of 8 teams and an improvement from 8th place last year. “It was fun and exciting,”...

Students searching for opportunities at the NIACC college fair.

Taking a Step Towards the Future

Jasmine Ditsworth, Writer November 11, 2024

With graduation creeping closer and closer for both juniors and seniors, exploring future college options is becoming a popular activity. On September 26th, students took a trip to NIACC, the local North...

High School Students Cast Their First Votes, Shaping the Future

High School Students Cast Their First Votes, Shaping the Future

Autumn Overland, Writer November 4, 2024

Millions of people are rushing to cast their ballots for President of the United States. A handful of those are Mason City High School students voting for the first time. “I personally think it’s...

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