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Rhett Winchester and CC Nichols won the titles of Mr. and Miss All-Sport.
2025 Spring Sports assembly
April 23, 2025
The announced Swine Week total was $357,547.
The swine-al assembly of 2025
March 14, 2025
The total lunar eclipse of March 13, glowing red from the light coming from the sunsets and sunrises of Earth.
The blood moon of March 13
March 14, 2025
Let the games begin at EMHS
Let the games begin at EMHS
March 14, 2025
Attendees view a Mustang at the Swine Week car show.
Revving up for a cause: Swine Week car show
March 13, 2025
Eli Jacobson observes the opposing team, Oklahoma Christian School, before the game begins.
Junior varsity boys soccer
March 5, 2025
The varsity basketball girls showed their skills and fought hard against Yukon.
Varsity Lady Dogs vs. Yukon Basketball
February 12, 2025
This Memorial swimmer's focus is apparent as he competes while doing the butterfly stroke.
Jan. 30 swim meet
February 3, 2025
The OKC Thunder are having early successes while only being midway through their season.
Bringing the Thunder
January 16, 2025
The Lady Bulldogs support their school by showing the "Bulldog."
The softball team’s home run of the season
November 7, 2024
Towards the end of the performance, the teachers showed their final pose.
EMHS students triumph over the teachers
March 12, 2025
The overall dog show winner, Truman, poses with his prize.
A pawsitively adorable show
January 17, 2025
Students hanging out with friends during Scary Movie Night.
Scary Movie Night is terrifyingly underrated
November 5, 2024
Homecoming dress-up days built up school spirit
Homecoming dress-up days built up school spirit
October 8, 2024
Behind the scenes with the stars of the new musical
Behind the scenes with the stars of the new musical
October 2, 2024
The tennis team celebrated their seniors on April 21.
Tennis Senior Night 2025
April 24, 2025
toki pona: The world’s smallest language
toki pona: The world’s smallest language
February 11, 2025
Lisa Scott was one of the nominees for the EPS Belonging Award.
Lisa Scott: Giving a sign of Belonging
February 5, 2025
Carrie Higdon: The joy behind Memorial
Carrie Higdon: The joy behind Memorial
February 3, 2025
Assistant pom coach, Johanna Belt, poses with her daughter at an EMHS football game.
Johanna Belt: Solving more than just math problems
January 29, 2025
Lisa Scott was one of the nominees for the EPS Belonging Award.
Lisa Scott: Giving a sign of Belonging
February 5, 2025
Carrie Higdon: The joy behind Memorial
Carrie Higdon: The joy behind Memorial
February 3, 2025
Assistant pom coach, Johanna Belt, poses with her daughter at an EMHS football game.
Johanna Belt: Solving more than just math problems
January 29, 2025
Courtney Tsotigh dressed in her native clothing, posing for a picture.
Teaching and inspiring community
December 18, 2024
Senior Amy Renwick is leaving her mark on EMHS.
Amy Renwick rolls out excellence
December 12, 2024
Looking out on Lake Hefner from one of the many trails.
The best local lakes/ponds for family activities
April 22, 2025
Cafe Wren offers a comforting and welcoming environment to its customers.
All about Cafe Wren
March 10, 2025
"Dog Man" adapted Dav Pilkey's comics into film.
“Dog Man” bites off more than it can chew
March 6, 2025
Edmond Public Schools' updated bell schedule has added on 10 minutes to each school day.
10 more minutes in Edmond Public Schools
March 5, 2025
Since the introduction of screens in schools, students spend numerous hours on computers.
The technicalities of tech
January 24, 2025
"A Minecraft Movie" did not live up to expectations.
“A Minecraft Movie” missed the mark
April 15, 2025
EMHS students swag surfed at the end of the assembly.
Techno shined bright
March 13, 2025
Trey Kennedy came Tuesday night to raise funds for Swine Week.
Trey Kennedy brought the comedy
March 12, 2025
Taranis started off the night with a passionate performance.
Swine Stock rocked n’ rolled for the kids
March 11, 2025
Car smashing was one of the many things offered at 25k in a Day.
25k in a Day turned to $37.4k in a day
March 10, 2025
The total lunar eclipse of March 13, glowing red from the light coming from the sunsets and sunrises of Earth.
The blood moon of March 13
March 14, 2025
My journey as a game developer
My journey as a game developer
March 6, 2025
The varsity basketball girls showed their skills and fought hard against Yukon.
Varsity Lady Dogs vs. Yukon Basketball
February 12, 2025
toki pona: The world’s smallest language
toki pona: The world’s smallest language
February 11, 2025
Memorial's Act II show choir in Follies 2025.
2025 Follies: Act 2
January 31, 2025
The total lunar eclipse of March 13, glowing red from the light coming from the sunsets and sunrises of Earth.
The blood moon of March 13
March 14, 2025
My journey as a game developer
My journey as a game developer
March 6, 2025
2025 is sure to transition into new trends--hopefully moving away from the worst of 2024's fashion statements.
New year, same trends?
January 21, 2025
Revealing the beauty of space through astrophotography
Revealing the beauty of space through astrophotography
October 30, 2024
Podcasting has grown tremendously in popularity over the last ten years, and it does not look like the art of listening and making podcasts will stop anytime soon.
Learning the art of podcasting
May 2, 2023
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Edmond Public Schools' updated bell schedule has added on 10 minutes to each school day.

[Photo] 10 more minutes in Edmond Public Schools

Noelia Ocampo Resendiz, Staff Writer
March 5, 2025
"After the Ocean" had a plot unlike any other mystery I have before, but some aspects were unnecessary and took away from the main story.

[Photo] “After the Ocean” was a little watered-down

Esther Wood, Editor-in-Chief
January 23, 2025
David Kushner's vocals on "The Dichotomy" perfectly encapsulate his range as an artist.

[Photo] David Kushner’s “The Dichotomy” lives up to its name

Grian Foley, Co-Managing Editor
September 6, 2024
"It Ends with Us" created an uproar of a controversy with feedback of the new movie being positive and negative.

[Photo] “It Ends With Us:” A contemporary romance controversy

Anna Vitiello and Emma Lynch
August 27, 2024
Brandi Wheeler headshot

[Photo] A final goodbye from the Bulldogs

Jordan Graham, Co-Editor-in-Chief
May 23, 2024
The greatest roast of all time tom brady hosted by kevin hart movie poster

[Photo] A roasting review

Grian Foley, Contributing Writer
May 21, 2024
Blue and green AP icon

[Photo] AP classes and tests: Ranked

May 20, 2024
Taylor Swift's new album cover, The Tortured Poet's Department

[Photo] Taylor tortured fans with her new album

Sophia Bahrenburg, Contributing Writer
May 7, 2024
Immaculate movie poster

[Photo] “Immaculate” lived up to its name

Erin Hamm, Contributing Writer
May 7, 2024
An American bombing movie poster

[Photo] “An American Bombing”

Wes Matlock, Contributing Writer
May 7, 2024
Benson Boone album cover. Man rollerblading down the street with flames coming off of the rollerblades

[Photo] Benson Boone launches into the music scene with “Fireworks and Rollerblades”

Ian Humphreys, Managing Editor
May 2, 2024
journalism class posing with awards outside

[Photo] Ruff Draft sweeps with sweepstakes

Macey Thaxton, Co-Editor-in-Chief
April 22, 2024
roadhouse movie poster

[Photo] Remembrance of a great

Wes Matlock, Contributing Writer
April 22, 2024
beyonce's cowboy carter album cover

[Photo] Queen B earns a B minus

Abby Evans, Contributing Writer
April 15, 2024
damsel movie poster

[Photo] “Damsel:” A disappointing disaster

Grian Foley, Contributing Writer
April 12, 2024
olivia rodrigo's guts album

[Photo] Olivia Rodrigo spilled new songs

Sophia Bahrenburg, Contributing Writer
April 12, 2024
grammys logo

[Photo] The Grammys is no longer “the biggest night in music”

Noelia Ocampo Resendiz, Staff Writer
February 21, 2024
Kobe bryant setting up for a shot during a game

[Photo] The legacy of Kobe Bryant

Jaden Scamehorn and Bradley Clark, Memorial staff writers
February 13, 2020
april fools day sign

The award that all the contestants were competing for.

Megan Edwards receives the title of DECA Vice President.

[Photo] Meagan’s milestone

Abby Evans, Contributing writer
March 10, 2024
Senior Addison Dry is working diligently to gain her pilot's license.

[Photo] Addison Dry: The aspiring aviator

Tayah Darks, Contributing Writer
March 10, 2024
Act II is about combining music, performance and entertainment.

[Photo] They sing, but they “Act II”

Ian Humphreys, Managing Editor
March 5, 2024
Joey Gottshall is a freshman this year on student council.

[Photo] Joey Gottshall: Freshman on the rise

Grian Foley, Contributing Writer
March 5, 2024
The EPSF is celebrating their 40th anniversary all year.

[Photo] A foundation funding the future

Macey Thaxton, Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 5, 2024
Sony Pictures' "Madame Web" continues to receive negative feedback from critics.

[Photo] “Madame Web” somehow lowers the bar even further

Emma Lynch, Contributing Writer
March 5, 2024
Justin Merideth steps up and takes the role as the new head coach at Edmond Memorial.

[Photo] Justin Merideth is back in the game

Ryder Richardson, Staff Writer
March 1, 2024
Taylor Swift is receiving backlash for her high carbon emissions.

From Ice Spice, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Chris Pratt, the commercials are hilarious and entertaining for the Super Bowl.

[Photo] The 2024 Super Bowl had some super ads

Ryder Richardson, Staff Writer
February 22, 2024
Injuries, fumbles, and offensive miscues created an entertaining Super Bowl.

[Photo] 2024 Super Bowl highlights

Ian Humphreys, Managing Editor
February 20, 2024
The new Percy Jackson TV show is receiving great ratings.

[Photo] The upgrade of “Percy Jackson and the Olympians”

Anna Vitiello, Staff Writer
February 21, 2024
Despite "Argylle" receiving poor reviews, its still has charm with the comedy and thrilling adventure.

[Photo] “Argylle” is the spy cat movie everyone needed

Ryder Richardson, Staff Writer
February 15, 2024
Noah Kahan's latest collaboration with Sam Fender

[Photo] Kahan’s music genre crossover

Tayah Darks, Contributing Writer
February 6, 2024
The decision behind virtual and in-person instruction

[Photo] The in-person vs. virtual learning predicament

Taylor Brakenhoff, Contributing Writer
February 6, 2024
Comedian Jo Koy hosting the 2023 Golden Globes.

[Photo] Hosting horror story

Abby Evans, Contributing writer
February 5, 2024
"The Last of Us Part II" provides a gripping addition to the franchise.

[Photo] The cast of us: poor choices made by HBO

February 7, 2024
From unexpected to disturbing news, 2023 lived up to expectations set by past years

[Photo] Top five moments of 2023

Ian Humphreys, Managing Editor
February 2, 2024
This years award season brought the drama.

[Photo] 2024 award season recap

Macey Thaxton, Co-Editor-in-Chief
January 30, 2024
This year's Green Bay Packers victory shows the validity of the NFL's bracket four years.

[Photo] Is the new NFL format working?

Lathan Pearce, Staff Writer
January 29, 2024
The most influential songs for the holiday season.

[Photo] The top five most influential Christmas songs

Noelia Ocampo Resendiz, Staff Writer
December 20, 2023
Black Friday has been having a decreased number of sales.

[Photo] Is Black Friday a thing of the past?

Anna Vitiello, Staff Writer
December 18, 2023
Leo the adventurous Lizard embarks on a new expedition.

[Photo] An “L” for Leo

Jordan Moore, Staff Writer
December 18, 2023
The EMHS Key Club Giving Tree helps those in need during the holiday season.

[Photo] Embrace the season of giving with the Key Club Giving Tree

Emma Eischeid, Staff Writer
December 18, 2023
“Trolls Band Together” was the perfect harmony of visuals, story, and most importantly, music.

[Photo] “Trolls Band Together:” A beat for the box office

Jordan Graham, Co-Editor-in-Chief
December 14, 2023
Critics may have had low opinions, but this movie many people obsessing over President Snow and his past life.

[Photo] The odds were in favor of the “Hunger Games” prequel

Ian Humphreys, Managing Editor
December 14, 2023
It's final-ly time, here's ways to prepare.

[Photo] Freshmen facing finals

Lathan Pearce, Staff Writer
December 14, 2023
Sprite's Winter Spiced Cranberry thirsts the quiench while Starbucks' Peppermint Mocha brings the energy up.

[Photo] Sprite vs. Starbucks: The battle to be on Santa’s good list

Ryder Richardson, Staff Writer
December 14, 2023
Beth Damon catching the awards!

[Photo] Beth Damon: The award catcher

Jordan Moore, Staff Writer
December 11, 2023
Girls cross country 5K record has been broken three times this season.

[Photo] Girls cross country is breaking records

November 17, 2023
EMHS's Yearbook staff placed in more than 3/4 of the awards at state this year!

[Photo] Yearbook state 2023: One for the books

Macey Thaxton, Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 16, 2023
OSU and OU took each other on for potentially the last time.

[Photo] The final battle of Oklahoma

Lathan Pearce, Staff Writer
November 16, 2023
Strikes have been causing chaos in multiple industries.

[Photo] Striker’s Guilds have had enough

Ryder Richardson, Staff Writer
October 13, 2023
Olivia Rodrigo puts out new album, "GUTS," creating her popularity to grow once again.

[Photo] Olivia Rodrigo is stealing the show

Anna Vitiello, Staff Writer
October 3, 2023
Pumpkin spice season is back along with the seasonal coffees.

[Photo] Fall is here and so are the seasonal coffees

Emma Eischeid, Staff Writer
September 27, 2023
Donatos is a new pizza restaurant that has opened up minutes away from Edmond Memorial High School.

[Photo] Decent Donatos’ delectable toppings

Lathan Pearce, Staff Writer
September 27, 2023
The Oklahoma State fair is back in town and more disappointing than ever.

[Photo] State fair was fairly pricey

Jordan Graham and Ryder Richardson
September 28, 2023
Honor and respect are two of the many social skills embedded in the Military.

[Photo] EMHS’s first Guardian of the galaxy

Ian Humphreys, Managing Editor
September 26, 2023
EPS announces new safety policy for the security of the community.

[Photo] Edmond Public Schools updates sporting event policy

Macey Thaxton, Co-Editor-in-Chief
September 27, 2023
New sophomore Vice Principal, Lance Mock, joins the bulldog family

[Photo] Meeting Mr. Mock

Jordan Graham, Co-Editor-in-Chief
September 1, 2023
Yung Gravy and bbno$ creating another album for the moms of the world.

[Photo] “Baby Gravy 3” is every mom’s favorite album

Ryder Richardson, Staff Writer
September 18, 2023
EMHS provides new teachers with a clear path to success.

Six new elective teachers have come to Memorial to join the bulldog family.

[Photo] The co(elective)

Ryder Richardson and Anna Vitiello
September 7, 2023
Welcoming Memorial's newest counselor, Jessica Cook.

[Photo] A fresh counselor for the freshmen

Macey Thaxton, Co-Editor-in-Chief
September 1, 2023
Script writers strike across the nation.

[Photo] Writers strike in Hollywood and New York City

Ryan White, Staff Writer
May 15, 2023
Karl Lagerfeld was the inspiration behind this years Met Gala theme.

[Photo] Most memorable Met Gala fits

Hailey Paddock and Adeline Gruen
May 15, 2023
Many common choices have good food but a horrible vibe.

[Photo] Worst places to eat before prom

Ian Humphreys, Staff Writer
May 15, 2023
EMHS is saying "au revoir" to french bulldog Kayla Crossen.

[Photo] Kayla Crossen crosses the boarder into French culture

Bridget Nye, Managing Editor
May 10, 2023
Tyler Lyons became EPS's first student to run an Ironman while still in high school on April 1.

[Photo] Tyler Lyons: EPS’s first Ironman finisher

Adeline Gruen, Co-Editor-in-Chief
May 1, 2023
"Shadow and Bone" topped Netflix's charts for weeks.

[Photo] “Shadow and Bone” shines through the darkness

April 26, 2023
"The Super Mario Bros. Movie" hit the 1UP box to become the highest grossing animated film in history.

[Photo] Mario smashes the box (office)

Ryder Richardson, Staff Writer
April 24, 2023
Fans were "falling in love again" at the concert event of the decade.

[Photo] Meet me at The Eras Tour

Bridget Nye, Managing Editor
April 19, 2023
Edmond welcomes a new healthy and fresh option for dining, Clean Juice.

[Photo] The new Clean Juice has opened its doors

Bryson Dilbeck, Staff Writer
April 24, 2023
April Fools' day is not used very often since it seems its been around for so long that its become boring.

[Photo] April Fools’ pranks are dead

Ryder Richardson, Staff Writer
April 5, 2023
Russia initially recognized the ICC, until the organization designated the nation's annexation of Crimea as an occupation.

[Photo] Putin’s time may be up

Adam Mohammed, Staff Writer
April 5, 2023
Gun violence in schools continue to be a growing issue.

[Photo] School safety concerns continue to rise across the US

Grace Swisher, Staff Writer
April 5, 2023
The Pollard theater put on a phenomenal adaptation of the classic "Clue" board game.

[Photo] “Clue: The Musical:” an interactive experience

Adeline Gruen, Co-Editor-in-Chief
April 4, 2023
EMHS winter guard danced to the top.

[Photo] Winter guard is winning the hearts of EMHS

Bridget Nye, Managing Editor
April 4, 2023
The new release of "Did You Know There's a Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd" sparked the question: is the old Lana Del Rey back?

[Photo] Did you know that there’s a new Lana Del Rey album?

Hailey Paddock, Co-Editor-in-Chief
April 3, 2023
"Shazam: Fury of the Gods" deserves more attention.

[Photo] Shazam should’ve shaslammed the box office

Jordan Graham, Staff Writer
April 3, 2023
Two members from the girls track team take home records.

[Photo] The girls track team is breaking records

Emma Eischeid, Staff Writer
April 3, 2023
Modern film technology added to an amazing experience.

[Photo] “John Wick: Chapter Four” was wickedly good

Ian Humphreys, Staff Writer
April 3, 2023
TikTok is at risk of being permanently banned in the U.S.

[Photo] Congress debates full TikTok ban

Emma Eischeid, Staff Writer
April 3, 2023
After the rough collapse of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), First Citizens Bank, which is located in Raleigh, N.C., took over the financial company and will now be in charge of rebuilding the once flourishing company.

[Photo] Banks go bust! Historic 2023 financial meltdown

Ryan White, Staff Writer
April 3, 2023
Taylor Swift is finally free to release her album "Speak Now"

[Photo] Taylor Swift is ready to speak now

Anna Frazier, Staff Writer
April 3, 2023
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