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Playoff Push Continues
Playoff Push Continues
February 27, 2026
Since its release in 2022, students have been using Chat GPT and other artificial intelligence services to complete schoolwork and writing assignments. Graphic by William Dorsey
The Struggle to Identify AI in Competitive Writing
February 25, 2026
Students learn some hands-on paramedic skills at the l2025 Career Day at MCHS.
School-Wide Career Day Taking Place Monday at MCHS
February 22, 2026
Varsity Boys Basketball courtside on Senior Night Tuesday, Feb. 3, against Waterloo East. Riverhawks won 72-50.
One Down: Riverhawk Boys Win First of Final Three Regular Season Games
February 8, 2026
Keagan Tyler ('28) takes the 50 question literature exam with 10 minutes remaining on the clock.
Academic Decathlon Takes Flight In Regionals
January 30, 2026
Playoff Push Continues
Playoff Push Continues
February 27, 2026
Riverhawk Boys Basketball Team
Heating Up at the Right Time
February 22, 2026
Michael Johnson and Brock Anderson lead the Riverhawk Swim Team as they get a send off to the State Swim Meet from students on Thursday, (Feb. 12)
From Record Season to State Stage: Riverhawks Swim Team on the Rise
February 13, 2026
Varsity Boys Basketball courtside on Senior Night Tuesday, Feb. 3, against Waterloo East. Riverhawks won 72-50.
One Down: Riverhawk Boys Win First of Final Three Regular Season Games
February 8, 2026
MCHS wrestlers Allie Robbins, Piper Phillips, Carleigh Arjes, and Trista Pike get a high school sendoff before heading to the state tournament in Coralville Thursday.
Riverhawk Girls Headed to State
February 5, 2026
Members of the newly created Minority Student Union at MCHS with adviser Che Whitner. Left to right are Deshawn Dale, Jaylen Dolliver, Latasha York, Jerrelle Fields (above), Jazzmynn Dolliver, Ja'Mariah Williams, and TJ Pate. the group meets weekly to discuss grades, how to help and hold one another accountable for behaviors, and future goals.
Minority Student Union Launches at MCHS
February 5, 2026
Fashion or Frostbite?
Fashion or Frostbite?
November 10, 2025
One Year with the Riverhawk Press
One Year with the Riverhawk Press
May 23, 2025
School counselor Jordan Mann and sophomore Shaya King. "Mrs. Mann offered me academic guidance by setting realistic goals, assisted in developing effective study habits, and provided emotional support for days that I wasn’t feeling up to it," said King.
Everyone Deserves a Mrs. Mann
March 31, 2025
Harris gave her concession speech at Howard University this Wednesday following defeat in her run for office in the 2024 presidential election.
Despite Disappointment of Some Voters, America Remains a City Upon a Hill
November 11, 2024
Concert choir rehearses their medley, Chicago in Concert, at a dress rehearsal Monday night.
Follies Performances to Kick Off Tonight
February 12, 2026
Potential performers anxiously check the results list Friday afternoon after the accepted acts were released.
PHOTOS: Follies Audition Results Released
January 16, 2026
Leah Gerrietts, second from left, performs a small group part in "Nunc Dimitis" alongside seven other female voices. Photo courtesy of Leah Gerrietts.
“A Monumental Moment”: MCHS Singer Selected for All-State Small Group
December 1, 2025
Maddex Hansen, Jessica Cowell, Andres Villegas, Adeline Burnett, Kai Tietz, Bonnie Young, and Eliana Ewing at Drama Club practice in the FEMA Room.
To Seuss or Not to Seuss?
November 6, 2025
(L to R) Carter Long ('26), Samuel Schwarz ('26), and Jonathan Thangaraj ('25) dance during "Freedom Come" at the choir concert Tuesday night.
Concert Choir’s last “Bandari” dance embodies group community
May 23, 2025
Connection Through Keyboards
Connection Through Keyboards
December 22, 2025
Freshman Tyce Washington
PHOTOS: Riverhawks Bring the Heat
December 17, 2025
Yay or Nay
Yay or Nay
December 17, 2025
The Pantry Talk: with Aimee Lenth
The Pantry Talk: with Aimee Lenth
December 12, 2025
Marcele Whitner goes in for a layup while Drew Hobart boxes out a North player.
PHOTOS: Riverhawk Basketball vs. Des Moines North
December 11, 2025
Since its release in 2022, students have been using Chat GPT and other artificial intelligence services to complete schoolwork and writing assignments. Graphic by William Dorsey
The Struggle to Identify AI in Competitive Writing
February 25, 2026
Leah Gerrietts, second from left, performs a small group part in "Nunc Dimitis" alongside seven other female voices. Photo courtesy of Leah Gerrietts.
“A Monumental Moment”: MCHS Singer Selected for All-State Small Group
December 1, 2025
According to Rattay, choosing a good thumbnail, or the image displayed as the video "cover" on YouTube, is essential to the success of a video. Image courtesy of Elija Rattay.
Capturing Views through Video Games: Junior Elija Rattay Adapts in a Changing Industry
October 20, 2025
Che Whitner talking to students in the 'School Within a School' at MCHS.
Changing Lives
October 13, 2025
Penelope Scott shows dedication at cross country practice in the Mason City Fieldhouse. Sept. 24
Freshman Finds Her Pace
October 12, 2025
Front row: Julia Hines, London Philpott. Second row: Jayden Nelson, Logan Peterson, Charles Hines, Gabe Schaer, Coach Jeff Hines. Back row: Coach Bill Riesen, Colin Peterson, Daniel Edwards
Grinding the Gears
January 16, 2026
Academic Decathlon members (L to R)Donatello Tietz, Rain Sanchez, Samuel Marenge, Max Shelton, Justin Nkazi, Kaitlyn Thangaraj, Ryleigh Penn, Sofia Emami-Ahari, Maya Sajadian, Reid Carolus, Karson Willier, and Julia Hines. Photo courtesy of Allia Yarrow.
Academic Decathlon Competing at Nationals for Second Year
March 18, 2025
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
March 6, 2025
Only in its second year, D&D Club flyers are enlisting members interested in role playing adventures to slay monsters.
Dungeons & Dragons Captivating New Players
October 3, 2024
Johnny and London Philpott working side-by-side on last year's Robotics Club design. This year's the club has a theme is inspired by an ocean theme.
MCHS Robotics Team Dives into New Challenge
September 7, 2024

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The Riverhawks Boys Basketball team is looking to make the final round of the substate playoff when they play rival Ames tonight, February 27. The...

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Michael Johnson and Brock Anderson lead the Riverhawk Swim Team as they get a send off to the State Swim Meet from students on Thursday, (Feb. 12)
From Record Season to State Stage: Riverhawks Swim Team on the Rise
February 13, 2026
Varsity Boys Basketball courtside on Senior Night Tuesday, Feb. 3, against Waterloo East. Riverhawks won 72-50.
One Down: Riverhawk Boys Win First of Final Three Regular Season Games
February 8, 2026
MCHS wrestlers Allie Robbins, Piper Phillips, Carleigh Arjes, and Trista Pike get a high school sendoff before heading to the state tournament in Coralville Thursday.
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Since its release in 2022, students have been using Chat GPT and other artificial intelligence services to complete schoolwork and writing assignments. Graphic by William Dorsey
MCHS Senior Michael Solberg-Mass catches some air on one of the trails.
Middle school ELL learners from JAMS prepare for their traditional dance.
Middle school ELL learners from JAMS prepare for their traditional dance.
Penelope Scott and Myah Reindl, both freshmen at MCHS, stand with signs and listen to the keynote speakers at the No Kings Protest in Central Park Oct. 18.
Photo courtesy of MC Proud
The final act of Follies, titled There's No Business Like Show Business, includes all cast members. This act concludes the Follies performance every year. Photo courtesy of Elise Dykstra
Junior Drayden Witt makes an out-of-bounds call during the Hardee's Classic youth tournament. Witt is one of the eight referees Coach Tony Buhr has worked with to get their refereeing certifications.
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