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
Why are we so infatuated with true crime?
By: Rilynn Fluitt True crime is defined as a nonfiction genre of literature, film, podcasts, and other media that depicts and examines real crime cases. True crime originated in America during the 1960s, following the violence of certain political events such as the Vietnam War. It became infamous in the following decades by obsession over serial killers like Ted Bundy. The reality of these events … Continue reading Why are we so infatuated with true crime?
Senior golfer, Brody Seitz, makes unprecedented run to state
By: Luke Higginbotham Going into the sectionals and districts, making state was the last thing on Brody Seitz’s mind. “I was not expecting to make it, but I had all the faith that the team would make it,” Seitz said. He went into the sectionals as the No. 5 golfer on varsity. To get to state, Seitz first had to shoot the round of his … Continue reading Senior golfer, Brody Seitz, makes unprecedented run to state
Should we be concerned for our safety on roller coasters?
By Nora Shupe “It makes me nervous because I was just at Kings Island a few days before this happened and I rode Orion and Diamondback which are now under investigation,” junior Parker Poole said. In Mableton, Georgia, on Monday, October 12, a fatal incident struck at Six Flags. A 42 year old man was ejected from a roller coaster called the “Goliath.” His safety … Continue reading Should we be concerned for our safety on roller coasters?
Students share top movies to watch for Halloween
By: Katja Esser Halloween is a fun time to watch movies with friends. Many students at Bellbrook High School shared their favorite Halloween films for this special time. Of 25 interviewed students, 76% like to watch halloween movies especially in October to make the time more fun. One of students’ favorite films is The Nightmare Before Christmas because it combines Halloween and Christmas. Students also … Continue reading Students share top movies to watch for Halloween
