The Newspaper of McDaniel High School

The Oracle
The Newspaper of McDaniel High School

The Oracle
The Newspaper of McDaniel High School

The Oracle

Lincoln Wheeler, Editor-In-Chief

Lincoln Wheeler (he/him) is a senior who loves playing hockey and guitar. He enjoys being a journalist because he wants to bring new perspectives and ideas to people.

All content by Lincoln Wheeler
Senior Sendoff: Lincoln Wheeler

Senior Sendoff: Lincoln Wheeler

Lincoln Wheeler, Editor-in-Chief
May 30, 2024
Making the trek this summer

Making the trek this summer

Lincoln Wheeler, Editor-in-Chief
May 30, 2024
Students in math teacher Doug Mella's geometry class work on their warm up. The reorganized curriculum will bring a semester of statistics to the class.

Changes come to geometry curriculum

Lincoln Wheeler, Editor-in-Chief
May 23, 2024
Dark Souls II pales to rest of series ten years later

Dark Souls II pales to rest of series ten years later

Lincoln Wheeler, Editor-in-Chief
March 21, 2024
An assortment of veggies thrive under the grow light. From tomatoes and cucumbers to cherries and phlox, the students prepare many species for the sale.

Sustainable Agriculture prepares plants for Mother’s Day sale

Lincoln Wheeler, Editor-in-Chief
March 21, 2024
Sofia Crafts practicing a trumpet part during Jazz Band. Crafts has been a student conductor since the beginning of this school year.

Sofia Crafts takes on role as student conductor, sets big goals for future

Lincoln Wheeler, Editor-in-Chief
March 21, 2024
Waiting for spring

Waiting for spring

Lincoln Wheeler, Editor-in-Chief
February 1, 2024
Senior captain Miles Greene training at East Portland Community Center. The team uses their limited pool practice time to prepare for their next event.

Swim team sees growth in numbers, persevering through limited pool time

Lincoln Wheeler, Editor-in-Chief
January 4, 2024
Local band ushers in next generation of alternative rock

Local band ushers in next generation of alternative rock

Lincoln Wheeler, Editor-in-Chief
January 4, 2024
Raining in the new season

Raining in the new season

Lincoln Wheeler
October 26, 2023
Guitarist at Y.A. Heard performance held by Friends of Noise on Sep. 26, 2023. The event took place at The Center Powered by Y.O.U.TH and featured artist Mic Crenshaw.

Local organization uplifts, supports Portland youth music, has plans for new all-ages venue

Lincoln Wheeler, Editor-in-Chief
September 28, 2023
Dave’s Hot Chicken brings a unique take on comfort food

Dave’s Hot Chicken brings a unique take on comfort food

Lincoln Wheeler, Online Editor-In-Chief
June 14, 2023
Gish remains alternative rock perfection three decades later

Gish remains alternative rock perfection three decades later

Lincoln Wheeler, Online Editor-In-Chief
May 31, 2023
Bob Dylan

A peek into the birth of a rock legend, 61 years later

Lincoln Wheeler, Online Editor-In-Chief
April 5, 2023
The Jewish Student Union gathering to hear traditional Jewish stories and enjoy snacks. The JSU meets in room 220 every other Tuesday.

New club provides religious safe space for Jewish students, allies

Lincoln Wheeler, Online Editor-In-Chief
March 22, 2023
Skinamarink: The best experimental horror movie since The Blair Witch Project

Skinamarink: The best experimental horror movie since The Blair Witch Project

Lincoln Wheeler, Online Editor-In-Chief
March 22, 2023
The OZ Tapes: A ‘60s noise rock gem

The OZ Tapes: A ‘60s noise rock gem

Lincoln Wheeler, Online Editor-In-Chief
December 14, 2022
Lucy Gragg's award-winning photo. She has been photographing nature since she was young. (Photo by Lucy Gragg)

Lucy Gragg wins statewide photography competition

Lincoln Wheeler, Online Editor-In-Chief
December 14, 2022
New Alex G album bends genres, brings welcome change

New Alex G album bends genres, brings welcome change

Lincoln Wheeler, Online Editor-In-Chief
November 7, 2022
Greta Boelling

Administrative team announces heightened enforcement of tardy policy

Lincoln Wheeler, Online Editor-In-Chief
October 7, 2022
On Avery Island–an indie classic–holds up after 26 years

On Avery Island–an indie classic–holds up after 26 years

Lincoln Wheeler, Copy Editor
May 30, 2022
I’m Sure extends far beyond viral track “Swing Lynn”

I’m Sure extends far beyond viral track “Swing Lynn”

Lincoln Wheeler, Copy Editor
May 30, 2022
Ava Arias

Players hopeful after pandemic uncertainty: Ultimate frisbee team sees new season, expansion

Lincoln Wheeler, Copy Editor
May 30, 2022
Neil Young’s Barn is a classic folk album with a unique atmospheric twist

Neil Young’s Barn is a classic folk album with a unique atmospheric twist

Lincoln Wheeler, Copy Editor
March 30, 2022
Entrance to Lloyd Center Mall

Mall under new ownership with plans to preserve main attractions

Lincoln Wheeler, Copy Editor
March 30, 2022
PPS Board of Education to vote on student vaccine mandate Nov. 16, may face six month delay

PPS Board of Education to vote on student vaccine mandate Nov. 16, may face six month delay

Lincoln Wheeler, Copy Editor
November 15, 2021

Covid-19 Vaccine Poll

Lincoln Wheeler, Copy Editor
October 29, 2021
The Portland Winterhawks retire borrowed logo of 45 years to varied reception

The Portland Winterhawks retire borrowed logo of 45 years to varied reception

Lincoln Wheeler, Copy Editor
October 29, 2021
Congo: A Great Take on the Lost City Trope

Congo: A Great Take on the Lost City Trope

Lincoln Wheeler, Copy Editor
April 13, 2021
Photo Illustration by Stella Felker

For freshman Stella Felker, writing has always come easy, been a passion

Lincoln Wheeler, Copy Editor
January 28, 2021
Photo Illustration by Lincoln Wheeler

Trump’s inauguration absence is the ultimate show of his failed presidency, a mistake

Lincoln Wheeler, Copy Editor
January 28, 2021
Photo Illustration by Lincoln Wheeler

President Donald Trump’s voter fraud claims are untrue, hypocritical, dangerous

Lincoln Wheeler, Copy Editor
January 26, 2021
What’s new in NHL 21 and is it worth buying?

What’s new in NHL 21 and is it worth buying?

Lincoln Wheeler, Copy Editor
January 14, 2021
This year's presidential debates likely had little effect on election

This year’s presidential debates likely had little effect on election

Lincoln Wheeler, Copy Editor
January 14, 2021
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