Timothee Chalamet comment sparks backlash from multiple fronts

By Delaney Dine Recently a clip of actor Timothee Chalamet, best known for his roles in Dune and the reboot of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, has blown up on social media from a town hall for CNN and Variety with fellow actor Matthew McConaughey while on his press tour for his movie Marty Supreme. “I don’t want to be working in ballet, or opera, … Continue reading Timothee Chalamet comment sparks backlash from multiple fronts

Actor Eric Dane passes away from ALS

By Delaney Dine The star most well-known for his role as “McSteamy” on Grey’s Anatomy announced his diagnosis of Lou Gehrigs’s disease in April 2025. February 2026, about 10 months later, he passed due to respiratory failure as a result of his disease. “He died from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, which kills nerve cells that control muscle movements, initially leading him to paralysis,” Grey’s Anatomy fan, … Continue reading Actor Eric Dane passes away from ALS

Sophomore Ember Day wins 2025-2026 GEM Art Contest for Suicide Prevention

By Delaney Dine Sophomore Ember Day received an award for her submission in this year’s GEM Art Contest. The contest received 135 entries from 46 schools, 28 high schools and 18 middle schools. Last year, the contest had half as many schools send in entries. The 2025-2026 prompt was centered around resilience since the goal of the contest is suicide prevention and awareness. “I based … Continue reading Sophomore Ember Day wins 2025-2026 GEM Art Contest for Suicide Prevention

Disney’s Percy Jackson and the Olympians leaves fans excited after season 2 finale

By Delaney Dine Percy Jackson and the Olympians is an adapted TV show version of Rick Riordan’s best selling book series. The show just finished season two of its run on Disney+ and left many fans with a multitude of emotions over its finale events. Most fans were excited but sad to wait for the next season. “There were a lot of surprises in the … Continue reading Disney’s Percy Jackson and the Olympians leaves fans excited after season 2 finale

Bellbrook HOSA hosts annual blood drive

By Delaney Dine “The blood drive has been going on since before I was here,” Bellbrook’s HOSA advisor Rebecca Goodwin said. “It’s been a long time. The nurse used to do it, and then when COVID shut it down, we opened it back up when HOSA started.” Bellbrook High School held the annual blood drive on December 8. Goodwin and some other members explained why … Continue reading Bellbrook HOSA hosts annual blood drive

Bellbrook High School’s theater department performs Deadline

By Delaney Dine The 2025 fall play at Bellbrook High school finished a three-show run of Deadline November 20 – 22. “It’s a comedy murder mystery where eight writers are invited to a private island and asked to write a murder mystery, but it goes wrong,” senior Korianna Place said. Place was this year’s assistant stage manager and props manager. “Originally, [the fall play] was … Continue reading Bellbrook High School’s theater department performs Deadline

Chilean exchange students present to the student body about Chile

By Delaney Dine Students from Thomas Jefferson STEM School in Concepciòn, Chile, arrived October 26 for a two week visit to Bellbrook High School. While here, they got to experience our culture and also shared some of theirs. They provided a quick presentation on their country, area, school, and customs. “I have nine students at this school, and sometimes the [American] students don’t know anything … Continue reading Chilean exchange students present to the student body about Chile

Bellbrook High School expands co-taught courses

By Delaney Dine Bellbrook High School administration has assigned co-teaching roles to around half the teachers in each department. This system has received overwhelmingly positive reception from teachers. “I really love the co-teaching system; I think it’s a great learning experience for teachers,” English teacher Paige Lewis said. Lewis co-teaches College Prep 12 with Michael Garrison. “A co-taught class allows a lot more flexibility than … Continue reading Bellbrook High School expands co-taught courses

Seniors advise making a plan and being flexible for Homecoming

By Delaney Dine Homecoming season is upon us and the most important part leading up to the dance is planning for the day. Many people take different approaches on when to schedule pictures, get ready, eat dinner, when to arrive, and even what to do after the dance. “Usually I plan around pictures and dinner,” senior Lillian Richardson said. “It just depends on where you … Continue reading Seniors advise making a plan and being flexible for Homecoming

Ohio prepares for the start of the Fall festivities season

By Delaney Dine The start of the pumpkin patches, apple orchards, and fall festivals is upon us. Visiting these attractions is a fun way to spend time with friends and family while celebrating the season.  “You have to romanticize the season changes,” English teacher Ms. Lewis said, “Fall is one of the most beautiful seasons in Ohio, and post-fall is a little dreary. We have … Continue reading Ohio prepares for the start of the Fall festivities season