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Arts and Entertainment

Drama emerges with Dancing with the Stars season finale 

By: Eilley Wannarka The hit series, Dancing with the Stars, features celebrities performing choreographed dance routines that are judged by a panel of renowned ballroom experts. Season 34 aired a few weeks ago, and fans have plenty to say about the results of the finale. With some fans favoring Robert Irwin’s win this year on Dancing with the Stars, others believe Alix Earle was more … Continue reading Drama emerges with Dancing with the Stars season finale 

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Current Events

A closer look at the latest Epstein files update

By Eilley Wannarka The House of Representatives and Senate passed the Epstein Transparency Act (427-1) Nov 18. This will allow the general public to access the Epstein files, including flight logs, witness statements, electronic and physical evidence, contact lists, and client lists. Adelita Grijalva, representative from Arizona who was sworn in the House one week ago, immediately became the final signatory on a measure aimed … Continue reading A closer look at the latest Epstein files update

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Current Events

Trump’s White House renovation sparks discussion over tradition and change

By Eilley Wannarka Historically, presidents of the United States contribute a personal renovation to the White House for future presidents and guests to enjoy.  Currently, President Trump has decided to remove the Rose Garden and pave over it with a limestone walkway, which was said to improve drainage. He also plans on adding a new selection of shrubs and flowers. In 1960, Jacqueline Kennedy added … Continue reading Trump’s White House renovation sparks discussion over tradition and change

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Current Events, School Community

Students experience being the children of local candidates

By Eilley Wannarka Residents of the city of Bellbrook and the township of Sugarcreek will vote for their respective city councils and township trustees in the election, Tuesday, November 4.  Bellbrook junior Becca Cyphers is the child of candidate Katherine R. Cyphers and sophomore Ember Day is the daughter of candidate Douglas Day. Katherine Cyphers is running for city council, and Douglas Day is running … Continue reading Students experience being the children of local candidates

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School Community, Sports

Bellbrook introduces a new high school bowling team

By Eilley Wannarka Bellbrook is excited to announce the launch of its very first bowling team, offering students a fresh new opportunity to learn new skills and compete with friends and teammates. Whether the student looking to join is a beginner or experienced, bowling is open to all Bellbrook High School students this winter for those who are interested. Currently, there are approximately 35 boys … Continue reading Bellbrook introduces a new high school bowling team

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Sports

Cracking the college recruiting code

By Eilley Wannarka For those interested in playing sports at the next level, there is a process of undergoing the recruiting journey. Starting July 15, juniors face their first major milestone in the college sports recruiting process as offers begin to come in. But a lot more goes into that process prior.  To start the journey, it is important to be diligent and not let … Continue reading Cracking the college recruiting code

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School Community, Sports

Bellbrook football locks in new goals for the 2025 season

By: Eilley Wannarka Bellbrook has big plans for this season and the years to come. With a rocky start to the football season, with two losses against Tippecanoe and Valley View and a win against Bellefontaine, the team needs a recovery in the next few games to maintain their chances of moving forward to playoffs and beyond. This week, the team is focusing on Chaminade-Julienne … Continue reading Bellbrook football locks in new goals for the 2025 season

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