The Wildcat Current

By Lara Chaffee

With spring in full swing and the year coming to a steady close, the River Falls Band Program’s annual Pops Concert is just around the corner! Mark your calendars for Friday, May 8th, and Saturday, May 9th! This casual concert features the Wind Symphony, Symphonic and Freshman bands, all three Jazz bands, as well as a couple of small ensembles, creating a night of endless entertainment. 

By Leila Dexheimer, Samantha Miller, Naomi Starling

This article features several a collection of poems from creative writing club: Leila's Fused Together, Samantha's Mother of All, and several poems by Naomi.

By Graceana Sewall Hardy

Have you ever wondered whether other countries host prom? Well, look no further, as we have compiled a list of how Ireland, South Africa, and Poland all chose to celebrate their young adults, and make it a “night to remember!”

By Graceana Sewall Hardy & Hana Soltani

On June 27th, 2025, Alma Silver, RFHS past graduate, was greeted by President Biden in Minnesota, during the mourning of Melissa and Mark Hartmann. While the media regarded the coincidental greeting as heart-warming and "inspirational", Alma reflects that “as a physically disabled woman next to one of the most famous public figures in the world, [her] presence quickly became sensational clickbait”.

By Iris Selb

America, home to over 300 million people and a vast array of landscapes that change from region to region, is often thought of as boring. With suburban monotony and technology ever present, looking back at the natural landscape can help remind us that America isn’t as boring as some may believe. From the “breadbasket” Midwest to the mountainous West and dense forests of the Northeast, each region offers a new sight. Plus, fifteen biomes and 419 terrestrial ecosystems that span the fifty states, America offers more than one might think. Here’s a look at the most unique landscapes. 

RFHS C.A.T.S (Connecting ALL Together Socially) Club is a group mentorship program where high school students with intellectual disabilities are paired up with their peers.

By Hana Soltani

Hadestown: Teen Edition is a modern interpretation of the Greek Mythology, Orpheus and Eurydice. Through themes of hope, love, and fate, the show juxtaposes a post-impressionist upperworld with an industrialist underworld. In this interview, the musical director, Mrs. Plum, and three students, Ben, Avery, and Cole, describe their experiences, visions, and hopes for this show. 

By Nayleen Vue

Do you ever notice how people have fears of being “too cringe” or embarrassing themselves now more than ever? This may be the result of something you go to every single day: social media.  Although this may seem as something that is a small issue, it’s bigger than you believe. Let’s see what our teachers here at River Falls High school think.

By Hana Soltani & Alexandra Ghenciu

After months of long practice hours, fine-tuning skills at home, and bonding through dinners after rehearsals, River Falls High School Marching Band secured its 27th State Championships in November, 2025. The marching band directors, Mr. Jaeckel and Mr. Dreifort, break down how marching band compares to sports, the teamwork that drives the show, and the behind-the-scene hardwork:

By Hana Soltani

North Korea has been under tyranny since 1948, ruled by the Kim dynasty for three generations.  Under this oppressive regime, North Korean culture has faded into the Kim dynasty’s ideology of Juche (self-reliance) and nationalism, where living in the country has been described as living in a prison by defectors. In a controlled society, are there any cultural traditions untouched by the dictatorship?

By Iris Selb

As the school year winds down and our days grow longer, our town is gearing up for a season of sunshine, fun, and community activities. From farmers markets to local festivals and family-friendly events, there's no shortage of ways to make the most of summer in River Falls. Here's a look at some of the exciting activities planned for this summer. 

By Alexandra Ghenciu, Nayleen Vue, Graceana Hardy, Hana Soltani

In today’s society, a common thread is the rising censorship in our lives. According to the American Library Association, 2,452 book titles were “challenged” to be banned in the last year. Even in Wisconsin, book bans are becoming more and more common. Parents have been petitioning the removal of books from classrooms and have seemingly succeeded. This article highlights what our English teachers and library staff think about this controversial topic.

By Graceana Hardy

Colossal Bioscience claims that they have restored the 10,000 year extinct species, but is it truly “de-extinction” like they say?

By Graceana Hardy

April is Arab American Heritage month, where we celebrate and recognize the importance of Arab culture and inventions.  Get to know more about Arab culture, art, inventions, and food!

By Nayleen Vue

Getting closer to the end of the year comes with an event that all juniors and seniors look forward to. PROM! Prom creates long lasting memories and unforgettable moments that stick with you forever. But just like students, teachers were once young teenagers getting ready for prom themselves. See what the most memorable part of prom was for some teachers here at River Falls High School!

By Iris Selb

Ramadan, one of the most sacred Muslim holidays, happened from February 28th-March 29 this year. Observed in the ninth month of the lunar calendar, Ramadan is a month-long celebration of personal faith, and it is more than just a holiday to Muslims.

By Graceana Hardy

It’s hard to find a part of the internet that hasn’t been affected by the expansion of AI. Google automatically completes an AI search when you use it, YouTube writes video summaries using AI, and apps like Instagram and Snapchat have rolled out their own AI chatbots. But climate scientists are now investigating whether that expansion has leaked into the real world, and what it could mean for climate change. 

By ELizabeth Moua & Hana Soltani

Jacqueline West, a distinguished graduate of River Falls High School, has established herself as a New York Times bestselling author with 11 critically acclaimed books to her name. With over 15 years of experience in the literary world, her journey is a testament to dedication and creativity. Dive into this article to learn more about the remarkable career of a seasoned writer.

By Nayleen Vue & Aly Ghenciu

Many remember when, on an otherwise normal November day, our High School shut off its public wifi for all students. People were shocked and “protests” even arose. See what students like you, teachers, and even Mr. Luedtke have to say about it. 

By Graceana Hardy & Hana Soltani

What do winter traditions look like in other parts of the world?

Featuring Dongzhi Festival, Yalda Night, and Kwanzaa

By Aly Chenciu

The River Falls Marching Band is one of the most participated-in activities at the High School. With over 100 members, it has won the State Championships five years in a row and now this year, too. Even after the season ends, the group still works hard on their Community Performances and other musical activities. If you want to hear all about the program, just keep on reading!

By Graceana Hardy

Artificial intelligence, massive layoffs, and poor working conditions have left the future of animation uncertain, something The Animation Guild is fighting to change. Will it be enough, or are the days of Saturday morning cartoons over?

By Kylieauna Eckdahl & Nayleen Vue

When Halloween comes around, no crazy costume is off-limits to Victoria Secret model Heidi Klum. Armed with an abundance of money and even more latex, her costumes, ranging from a worm to a werewolf, make for an eye-catching topic. See what your teachers and fellow students think about her fun costumes. Wear or tear?

By Lilly Robinson

Milton and Helene. The two old-fashioned names are seemingly innocent, but when applied to the twenty-twenty-four hurricane season, their titles carry quite a bit more weight...

By Iris Selb

Among the plains, plateaus, and high mountains of Asia lies Moo Deng, a two-month-old rising hippo star who lives in Chon Buri, Thailand. As cute as the pygmy hippopotamus is, Thailand has much more to offer; let's explore that.

By Graceana Sewall Hardy

What's the difference between a small business and a large one, and what are their effects on our town?

By Elizabeth Moua

Imagine you're walking into a friends or family member's house and being greeted not by a dog or cat; but by an Axolotl, raccoon, and possibly a whale. Unusual animals like these are becoming quite popular today even among RFHS students. 

By Johanna Barbey

Get to know your teachers a little bit more.

By Alexandra Jencova

Get to know Italy, its geography, symbol, and unique traditions!

By Alexandra Jencova

Bryce Lindevig, a graduate from RFHS gives us a deeper look inside the job of a special agent with the US secret service.   

By Elizabeth Moua

Find out more about the prosperity of our tennis club.

Get to know Kazakhstan, its geography, symbol, and unique traditions!

The Wildcat Current had the honor of interviewing a great athlete who graduated from RFHS, Annie Frisbie, on March 2.

Sahand Eftekari graduated from RFHS and is on his way to becoming a plastic surgeon. Read more about his journey in the following article.

Have you ever met a health technician? Gotten a tour of a hospital? Met with real doctors? Well, all these things become possible through the RFHS HOSA club. HOSA is...

Get to know Slovakia, its geography, symbol, and unique traditions!

Get to know your teachers a little bit more. 

Are the record highs we are experiencing a sign that we’ve reached the point of no return, or is something else going on?

Trends are being created every day and so are the changes in society. According to Pew Research Center, 95% of U.S. teens now have access to a smartphone and less than 10 years ago the percentage was down to 75%. From Lululemon, to TikTok, and electronics like airpods , have you ever wondered what teachers think about these things?