Author: Cate Eberly

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How text-to-video AI is transforming social media

By: Cate Eberly Soar AI, a recently released feature on OpenAI, allows for text-to-video generation. Videos can be inputted and asked to edit various aspects or completely generated from text.  The realism of video AI being is bringing about the risk for more misinformation and deepfakes circulating on social media. According to Merriam-Webster, a deepfake is an image or recording that has been convincingly altered … Continue reading How text-to-video AI is transforming social media

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What is better? Being an early bird or a night owl?

By: Cate Eberly Someone who is an early bird can be characterized by going to sleep early, waking up early, and generally having more energy in the first half of the day. On the other hand, night owls tend to stay up late, sleep in late, and have more energy in the second half of the day.  Some positives about being an early bird are … Continue reading What is better? Being an early bird or a night owl?

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BHS Seniors share study tips for success

By: Cate Eberly As the school year ramps up, it’s important for students to recognize the study strategies they can use to succeed. BHS senior Sara Knee, who holds a 4.0 unweighted GPA and has taken a variety of courses at BHS and through CCP, shared her approach. “I have been in advanced science, math, and English courses since seventh grade,” Knee said. “I’m currently … Continue reading BHS Seniors share study tips for success

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Tips for building a college list

By: Cate Eberly As college application season rapidly approaches, seniors begin to narrow their sights on their top schools. Having a solidified list early allows students to make their application as prepared as possible. Though choosing schools out of the thousands globally can seem daunting to students, Bellbrook High School English teacher Mrs. Klepacz breaks down what key factors students should consider. “Do you want … Continue reading Tips for building a college list

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Beneficial ways students can spend their summer

By: Cate Eberly Though summer break is the perfect place to recharge before school starts, it is also an ample opportunity to benefit yourself. Students can use the summer to immerse themselves in various activities. Most colleges hold pre-college programs. They act as a camp to explore a topic and campus if students choose to commute or live in dorms for the duration of the … Continue reading Beneficial ways students can spend their summer

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The Olympics shed light on sports at lower levels

by Cate Eberly This Summer Olympic games are being held in Paris from July 26-Aug 11. Over the 29 Summer Olympics that have been held, the sports have constantly changed. Millions of eyes will be turned to sports many have not heard of, but a majority of high school students will only watch sports they partake in themselves. Bellbrook High School Sophomore, Symone Costner, a … Continue reading The Olympics shed light on sports at lower levels

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The track team holds a place for any athlete

By: Cate Eberly This year with the number of athletes on the team exceeding 100 members, the track team is home to a diverse group of athletes. Many members see running as their main sport. Bellbrook High School sophomore Luke Henley has been a member of the track team since his 7th grade year. Beyond track, Henley is a part of other sports such as … Continue reading The track team holds a place for any athlete

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Dayton takes the national stage hosting First Four

By: Cate Eberly Now that March Madness has started, it is hard to turn a corner without being reminded of the tournament. The first four games have been hosted at the University of Dayton Arena since 2011. These games aim to trim 68 teams down to 64, deciding who makes the final cut in the NCAA tournament. Many people in the Miami Valley community attended … Continue reading Dayton takes the national stage hosting First Four

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Should the voting age be lowered to 16?

By: Cate Eberly In 1971, the 26th Amendment lowered the voting age from 21 to 18. In recent years many have campaigned for the voting age to become even lower. Gen Z is an activist generation, expressing voter turnout at higher rates than Millennials did when they were the same age. Many Gen Z teens feel as though they are ready to vote by the … Continue reading Should the voting age be lowered to 16?

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Update on the East Palestine derailment impact one year later

By: Cate Eberly On Friday, February 3, 2023, 53 cars of a Northfolk Southern train derailed in East Palestine, Ohio. The derailment occurred just under five miles from the Pennsylvania border. The tanker cars held a variety of chemicals, and most caught on fire.  Directly following the disaster, many residents were immediately forced to evacuate due to the risk of toxic exposure. Though East Palestine … Continue reading Update on the East Palestine derailment impact one year later

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