Surging gas prices force students to get creative
By Nora Shupe According to NBC News, “The war in Iran has led to higher prices at the gas pump. Gas prices in the United States, up by more than 40% since the U.S. and Israel launched the war, have soared as the global oil supply constricts.” Now surging at $4 or more per gallon, gas prices are starting to strain already stretched budgets across … Continue reading Surging gas prices force students to get creative
Voices of the Class of 2027: Newly eligible voters step up to vote
By: Camilla Bozzuto While millions of Ohioans headed to the polls Tuesday, November 3, a group of Bellbrook High School students experienced something entirely new: casting their first-ever ballot. Election Day marked a huge milestone for newly eligible voters as it marked the opportunity to contribute to the decisions shaping their communities and state. Evie Olds, a senior at BHS, was well-prepared for Election Day. … Continue reading Voices of the Class of 2027: Newly eligible voters step up to vote
BHS students share favorite restaurants in the Bellbrook area
By: Rilynn Fluitt The Bellbrook area has a variety of restaurants, and many of them hold significance to Bellbrook High School students. Steak ‘n Shake is a fast-food chain that has a location on Wilmington Pike. It is a popular hang out spot among high schoolers. Steak ‘n Shake prices tend to be around $10-$15. “I love Steak ‘n Shake,” Fatima Cuellar said, “I really … Continue reading BHS students share favorite restaurants in the Bellbrook area
Activities for those struggling to plan their Halloween
By Juno Spencer One of the biggest issues plaguing those seeking to enjoy their Halloween is indecision and lack of ideas. “I’m not even sure what I’m gonna do this Halloween,” said Ryan Nkemasong, a Bellbrook High School (BHS) Junior. 1. Scary/Spooky movies Horror films are a great way to enjoy Halloween without doing all the costume shopping or leaving the house. For those unable … Continue reading Activities for those struggling to plan their Halloween
A new Hunger Games movie is coming out in theaters
By: Gracelyn Williams Dystopian novel Sunrise On The Reaping is the fifth book from the Hunger Games trilogy, written by Suzanne Collins. The book is based around Katniss’s mentor Haymitch Abernathy and his backstory, set 24 years before the original Hunger Games series. “I have read Sunrise On The Reaping,” Amanda Brenner, librarian at Bellbrook High School, said. “Not only have I read it, I … Continue reading A new Hunger Games movie is coming out in theaters
Bellbrook High School Supportive Peers preps to host 3rd annual Trunk or Treat
By A.J. Nichols Bellbrook High School’s Supportive Peers program is getting ready to host its third annual Trunk or Treat at Bellbrook Middle School on Saturday, October 24. Program lead Tess Rivero expects anywhere from 300 to 400 children to attend this year’s event. “This is a lot compared to the previous two years,” Rivero said. “Every year it just keeps getting bigger.” “This event … Continue reading Bellbrook High School Supportive Peers preps to host 3rd annual Trunk or Treat
The ninth annual Pumpkin Auction brings the community together
By: Ella Kapfhammer Would you pay hundreds of dollars for a pumpkin? Many Bellbrook community members did last week. Bell Creek Intermediate held their ninth annual Pumpkin Auction on October 14. This event allows fifth grade students to decorate pumpkins and a live auctioneer auctions them off to community members to raise money for A Special Wish, Dayton. In 2017, $4,157 was raised so the … Continue reading The ninth annual Pumpkin Auction brings the community together
Bellbrook football player feels new energy in undefeated season
By: Cali Hall Finn Gabbard is a junior running back in Bellbrook High School football. Gabbard cites the energy of what BHS is doing differently this year than other years. “The energy in the locker room is really crazy,” Gabbard said. “The guys are really excited and we play a song called Wagon Wheel. It helps us get put together as a team.” “It’s a … Continue reading Bellbrook football player feels new energy in undefeated season
Bellbrook Student Government plans out the 2026-27 school year
By: Carsen Caldwell Bellbrook High Schools (BHS) student government from classes of 2027-2030 have been working hard to plan school events so far, most notably Homecoming, which everyone helped with but the senior officers got to lead the event. The Freshman representatives include Johnathan Campbell, Jack-Henry Seitz, Asa Shroyer, and Braden Craig. “I like student government so far,” Campbell said. “Working on Teacher Turkey is … Continue reading Bellbrook Student Government plans out the 2026-27 school year
How AI is changing the way that local businesses market themselves
By: Olive Varvel According to the U.S. Census Bureau, around 20% of businesses report using artificial intelligence in their content creation process. That percentage may seem shocking, but it is becoming increasingly popular in the marketing world, giving businesses new ways to create graphics, develop ideas and promote their services. While AI can make the creative process faster and more affordable, its growing role also … Continue reading How AI is changing the way that local businesses market themselves
