Mother Nature Storms Through Midwest

By Nick Martin If you stood outside on Sunday night, you may have been blown away by the strong winds and heavy rain. Tornadoes ripped through the Midwest, killing 6 so far, with some missing and even more homeless or without power. The government predicts the overall cost of damages from the storm cell total as much as 1 billion dollars. “The sky was just … Continue reading Mother Nature Storms Through Midwest

Google Removes Dead Teenager’s Body from Google Maps

by Casey Murphy Kevin Barrera, 14, was shot and killed in 2009 and the image has been on Google Maps ever since. Police found him in Richmond, California, by a set of railroad tracks. This past Monday the picture was updated. “Jose Barrera, of Richmond, California, said he discovered the image, visible on Google Maps’ satellite view feature, last week.” (CNN) Google usually does not … Continue reading Google Removes Dead Teenager’s Body from Google Maps

Miley Lit Up at the EMA’s

by Casey Murphy Miley Cyrus is at it again, demanding the spotlight at the EMA music awards this past week. The 20-year-old hip hop artist was seen smoking a joint onstage. Miley is a unique singer that has done a complete 180 degrees since her “Hannah Montana” days. Miley has been changing her image as a role model since her hot single “Wreaking Ball” showed … Continue reading Miley Lit Up at the EMA’s

Bellbrook Marching Eagles National Champions

by Cayla Destefani  For the first time in nine years the Bellbrook High School Marching Band won 1st in their class at the Bands of America (BOA) Grand National Competition. Band spirit is at its highest. #purpleplumeband is all over social networks, and the community of Bellbrook couldn’t be more proud. Even the local gas station’s sign says, “Congratulations Bellbrook Band!” and reminds its customers … Continue reading Bellbrook Marching Eagles National Champions

Basketball for Breast Cancer

By Kate Barton and Bridget Richard On November 15 at Bellbrook Middle School, many people gathered in support of the PINK basketball game that raised money and support for breast cancer. The PINK game is held every year in support of Gayle Joyner, a former Bellbrook resident who had breast cancer. Miami Valley Hospital and Ritter’s Frozen Custard sponsored the event. Admission was $5 and … Continue reading Basketball for Breast Cancer

Ohioans Approve School Levies

by Abbey Knupp On Tuesday, November 5, Ohio citizens braved the cold weather to cast their vote in the election. A striking number of citizens showed support for their local school system and approved their school’s levy, which means that their taxes will help fund their local school system. Voters passed 97% of the renewal levies and 36% of the newly proposed levies, passing around … Continue reading Ohioans Approve School Levies

Review: Thor: The Dark World

by Dru Hunsaker The next in the series of Marvel Comics adaptions made by Disney Studios, Thor: The Dark World, is the thrilling sequel to the popular comic about a mythical Norse god and his mighty hammer. The movie begins after the events of the superhero ensemble hit The Avengers. Thor (Chris Hemsworth) has returned to his home planet, Asgard, and travels across the different … Continue reading Review: Thor: The Dark World

National Honor Society Taps New Members

By Emily Caruso and Megan Haymond The Bell-Hi Chapter of National Honor Society tapped new members on Wednesday, November 13. Tapping, a tradition for the National Honor Society, is when members come into students’ classes and pin a blue and white ribbon on those who got accepted into the elite group. Once tapped, students attend the induction ceremony, which will be held on December 3. … Continue reading National Honor Society Taps New Members

Typhoon Haiyan Wrecks the Philippines

by Shelby Powers This past Friday, starting around 5 am local time, the Philippines were devastated by Typhoon Haiyan (Yolanda). Winds close to 200 mph, torrential rain and the surging waves of up to 45 feet high hit the eastern seaboard, leveling cities such as Tacloban and Basey, which are 360 miles southeast of the nation’s capital Manila. The storm is estimated to be 3.5 … Continue reading Typhoon Haiyan Wrecks the Philippines

How to Save a Life

by Emily Caruso Imagine this: you’ve been in a car accident and before you can even open your eyes you’ve already been rushed to a hospital. You’re surrounded by doctors as your friends and family pace back and forth in the waiting room praying for recovery. The doctors are injecting you with different IVs telling you that everything will be ok; however, your doctors are … Continue reading How to Save a Life