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‘To Be Slay’: Two Wildcats and Their Unique Take on Skater Fashion
This skater duo is so overwhelmingly cool and their presence can be felt coming from a mile away.
Fashion
The Quiet Wildcat Behind the Colorful Ski Mask: Tayo Ramirez Whose Fashion Is Better than Yours
Ukiah High’s Tayo Ramirez might not be the most talkative Wildcat but his bold fashion choice stands out. We spoke with Ramirez about his Bay Area-inspired fashion choices and the world of Babytron hip-hop that motivates him.
General News
Cool Car Thursday: 12th Grader Josie Bogner’s Candy Apple Red Jeep Wrangler
Josie Bogner’s 1997 candy apple red Jeep Wrangler sticks out in the Ukiah High student parking lot as one of the most cherry Jeeps on campus.
Ukiah High Tennis Duo, Muniz, and Jacobs, Clinch 3rd Place in Doubles Tournament
The Ukiah High News team would like to congratulate Junior Nicole Muniz and Senior Maritza Jacobs, the dynamic single players of the UHS Tennis team. The duo participated and won 3rd place in the annual doubles tournament at Santa Rosa Junior College on November 1st and 2nd.
The Blue Toaster: Ani McKay’s Famous Beach Cruiser—Cool Car Thursday
“I have many memories held within those four doors.”
From Wildcat to Warrior: Yanely Lule’s Inspiring Odyssey in the Army National Guard
UHS News had the opportunity to speak with Yanely Lule, a proud member of Ukiah High’s class of 2020, about her experience serving in the Army National Guard.
Dwight Cawthon: A Lifelong Wildcat Looks Back at Being a Student and Now a Teacher
He recalls receiving an email from the Vice Principal of Ukiah High, that there was a position opening within the history department. Cawthon described it as "destiny".
9th Grader Hailee Oglesby: Wildcat Nation’s Secret BMX Star
She met another girl BMX rider who encouraged Hailee to stick with it and represent women in the sport. “That next week, I got on a bike and fell in love.”
Wildcat Staff Kiss a Goat to Support the Ukiah Valley Christmas Effort
The competition came to an end and Wildcats watched as three of their teachers puckered up and kissed a goat raised by Ukiah High's Future Farmers of America.
The Land of Lost Books: Nearly $24K Worth of Books are Missing from the Ukiah High Library
With COVID-19 and the influx of students leaving Ukiah High School for independent study, Ukiah High School’s Library is missing a dramatic amount of books valued at an estimate $23,8000 and has been trying its best to get them back.
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Wildcats! Time to Put on Those Boogie Shoes for Next Saturday’s Homecoming Dance
“We wanted to have one homecoming dance before we graduate."
Gavin Wake Rolls Coal in His 1991 Dodge Cummins for This Cool Car Thursday
Although 11th grader Gavin Wake has been into cars his whole life he says, “my grandpa got me into the car community” and he hasn’t looked back since.
Final Spirit Week of the Year is Next Week! Here are Some Ideas…
One last chance to show your spirit Wildcats!
Ukiah High’s Proud Thespian Miranda Swearengin on Her Time on the Stage: ‘It Could Change Your Life’
For Swearengin, acting “started as more of a pleasurable pastime.” But as she moved deeper into the craft of theater, it started to define who she was.
The Songs That Inspire Wildcat Nation: Jackson Ivy and Music that Criticizes ‘Injustice and Immorality’
Jackson Ivy told us, “I have exactly zero talent or ability in visual art. Music is my method of expression.”
Fashion
Wildcat Nation Embraces Fall Fashion: A Colorful Blend of Comfort, Confidence, and Pumpkin Spice
Fall is here. The leaves are changing color, pumpkin spice is in, and you can see your breath in the mornings. That also means that fall fashion has returned, and at Ukiah High, it is not taken lightly.
‘To Be Slay’: Two Wildcats and Their Unique Take on Skater Fashion
This skater duo is so overwhelmingly cool and their presence can be felt coming from a mile away.
Josie Bogner: One of the Thrifting Queens of Ukiah High
Bogner is, with no question, the thrifting queen of Ukiah High. She is a 70s earth fairy with a bright mind and sweet persona that is loved by many. You might not know her by name, but you definitely noticed her fits in the halls.
The Quiet Wildcat Behind the Colorful Ski Mask: Tayo Ramirez Whose Fashion Is Better than Yours
Ukiah High’s Tayo Ramirez might not be the most talkative Wildcat but his bold fashion choice stands out. We spoke with Ramirez about his Bay Area-inspired fashion choices and the world of Babytron hip-hop that motivates him.
Vans Fans: Wildcats Discuss the Shoe They Love
UHS News spoke with a few students and staff to get their opinion on Vans and why the shoes are the brand of their choice.
Athletics
Ukiah High Tennis Duo, Muniz, and Jacobs, Clinch 3rd Place in Doubles Tournament
The Ukiah High News team would like to congratulate Junior Nicole Muniz and Senior Maritza Jacobs, the dynamic single players of the UHS Tennis team. The duo participated and won 3rd place in the annual doubles tournament at Santa Rosa Junior College on November 1st and 2nd.
Aaron O’Brien Returns Home to be Ukiah High’s New Athletic Director
Aaron O’Brien grew up in Ukiah and told us he wanted to return home. He noticed an open athletic director position at Ukiah High School and jumped at the opportunity.
Ukiah High Varsity Footballs Wins League for the First Time in 38 Years
Though they have come close in the past, this year their new coach Paul Cronin led them to an amazing league win for the first time since 1985.
‘A Little Family’: Ukiah High’s Junior Varsity Cheer Team Makes a Comeback
For the first time in many years, Ukiah High School has a Junior Varsity Cheer Team. UHS News spoke with a few members of the squad and the coaching staff about bringing the team back to life.
UHS Varsity Volleyball Celebrates Their 2023 Championship Season
The athletes this year were “fierce and intentional.”
Latest Articles
COVID-19 & College: How the Pandemic is Changing Ukiah High Seniors Approaching Higher Education
Keplinger said the only concern holding her back from going to college, “ is the fear of everything that is going on and not being close to home.” Ultimately, she said that “if the option is there, I Would much rather do it in person rather than online!"
How to Feel Like You Are Going to the Movies During Shelter-In-Place
Growing up in a small town, you learn about its businesses and activities fast. One of Ukiah’s staples is our local movie theatre. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19 and the state closures, the movie theatre closed until further notice. In the meantime, stay home and use these tips to treat yourself to an at-home theatre experience.
Magician David Blaine’s Daring Float to the Heavens
The stunt will take place in New York City, nearly a decade since his last extremist stunt. It will consist of Blaine “trying to float holding on to a cluster of helium-filled balloons” across the Hudson River which is planned to happen on August 31, 2020.
Wildcats Give Back: A Ukiah High Alumni Fights NorCal Fires
Throughout his years at Ukiah High, Dunkin says that Ms. O'Neill and Mr. Fragoza helped train and inspired him to become a firefighter. He got his basic fire training at Mendocino College, and now works for Cal Fire, the state of California’s fire fighting agency.
Very Disturbing Facts about the Human Body
"To continue down that path, the dust that would collect on coffee tables, windowsills, or picture frames is made up largely of skin. Enjoy cleaning up your dead scraps of epidermis."
COVID-19 & Wildfire Smoke: An Alarming Convergence
Dr. Andy Coren, Mendocino County Public Health Officer, discussed the symptoms of breathing in wildfire smoke and its relation to COVID-19: "Since COVID-19 and smoke inhalation have overlapping symptoms, adding both hazards could cause worse symptoms."