Month: February 2023

CDC Mental Health Report 2023

Youth Behavioral Risk Survey highlights a national trend of declining mental health in teens

By Kaden Silva and Brock Fortman Nearly 1 in 3 teen girls seriously considered attempting suicide — up nearly 60% from a decade ago — according to a survey that sampled around 17,000 high school students across the US. The CDC’s findings indicate a widespread decline in youth mental health and a severe increase in mental health problems.  The Centers for Disease Control published a … Continue reading Youth Behavioral Risk Survey highlights a national trend of declining mental health in teens

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Arts and Entertainment, Sports

Rihanna’s 2023 Super-bowl halftime show creates fiery commotion

by Madi Miller Rihanna comes back to music after almost a decade of silence.  The 2023 Super Bowl acted as her debut to not only coming back to perform but to announcing her second baby! Rihanna gave birth to her first child May 13, 2023, with spouse by her side, ASAP Rocky. Although the name has not been announced, she revealed the child is a … Continue reading Rihanna’s 2023 Super-bowl halftime show creates fiery commotion

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Arts and Entertainment

Bellbrook offers yummy local eats

By: Tommy Dickman Bellbrook, Ohio isn’t known for its local gastronomy, but maybe it should be. No matter what you are craving, you can find something to satisfy right in our downtown. BellHop Café Most folks go to the Dairy Shed when looking for something cold to eat. But when they are closed from October to March, look to the BellHop café for your frozen … Continue reading Bellbrook offers yummy local eats

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Arts and Entertainment, Feature/Opinion

REVIEW: Escape to Witch Mountain is a relic of a simpler time

By Brock Fortman Escape to Witch Mountain is a “vintage” movie on Disney’s streaming service Disney+. I originally found this movie on a weekend afternoon while scrolling through the platform in the company of my aunt who suggested it. The movie starts with the two main characters Tia and Tony traveling in a car on their way to an orphanage due to the sad news of … Continue reading REVIEW: Escape to Witch Mountain is a relic of a simpler time

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Arts and Entertainment

Colleen Hoover creates interesting stories

by Madi Miller Social media site TikTok takes partial credit for her growth in sales. A large number of people have recommended her books on the app, leading to the videos going viral. With a blink of an eye, Colleen Hoover has become known as a best-selling author. Hoover sold approximately 20 million books as of October 2022. Fan favorites include… It Ends With Us … Continue reading Colleen Hoover creates interesting stories

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School Community

BHS Clubs fundraise with Valentine’s Day offerings

By Ashtyn Praeter Love is in the air at Bellbrook High School with this year’s GSA bake sale and JROTC flower sale. Whether purchasing sweet treats or fresh flowers for a significant other or a friend, all money from the purchases go to good causes. GSA stands for Gay-Straight Alliance and is nationwide club for the LGBTQ+ community and their allies. It welcomes people of different … Continue reading BHS Clubs fundraise with Valentine’s Day offerings

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Lifestyle

A guide to choosing a college roommate

By: Emma DeWeese Choosing a roommate can be difficult and scary, especially for students moving far from home. There is no perfect guide to picking a roommate, but there are tips and tricks for finding someone that will work for you. The first step according to CollegeChoice.net is to figure out who you are and what you expect from a roommate. Making a list of … Continue reading A guide to choosing a college roommate

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School Community, Sports

Expectations are high for the 2023 Men’s Tennis Team

By Grace Krane With four senior tennis players returning and an overall increased interest in the program, it is possible that the Bellbrook men’s tennis team may win the SWBL championship title for the first time in nearly four years this upcoming season. Ohio Tennis Zone recorded an overall 71% win percentage for the team last season. Hopes are high for the returning members as … Continue reading Expectations are high for the 2023 Men’s Tennis Team

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School Community, Sports

Women’s Basketball wins third straight league title

By Sam Vine Junior Taylor Scohy leads the Bellbrook Women’s Basketball team to the next level with a decisive win over Waynesville for their third straight league title on Thursday, February 2. This is the second time that the team has met the Waynesville Spartans on the basketball court this season. The first game marked one of only two losses that the Golden Eagles have … Continue reading Women’s Basketball wins third straight league title

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School Community

Mrs. Rose helps students learn to maintain their health

By Claire Webster Health and fitness are very important for high school students. Being healthy and fit can benefit your mental, emotional, and physical health. Students in high school need to learn how to maintain a healthy body and develop good habits into adulthood. Mrs. Amy Rose has been the health and fitness teacher here at Bellbrook High School for 20 years, and she helps … Continue reading Mrs. Rose helps students learn to maintain their health

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