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PowderPuff cheerleaders return to perform at the Blizzard Bash

By: Calle Caldwell At the Blizzard Bash pep rally on January 30, the cheerleaders from the PowderPuff match this past fall will return to team up with the Bellbrook Dance Academy (BDA). Eight seniors have joined the official BDA senior team to perform a dance. The collaboration was born in a Spirit Committee meeting. Bellbrook High School senior and BDA dancer Aly West originally wanted … Continue reading PowderPuff cheerleaders return to perform at the Blizzard Bash

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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

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Where to go to find that perfect dance dress

By: Nora Scarbro What are you wearing to the school dance? No idea? Here are some ideas. If you need a quick dress you can try on, some places to consider are Windsor at Fairfield Commons Mall, David’s Bridal by the Dayton Mall, Pure Couture in Beavercreek, or even a department store like Von Maur or Macy’s. Be advised that Windsor only carries up to an … Continue reading Where to go to find that perfect dance dress

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2026 Golden Globes introduces new podcast award

By: Aly West The Golden Globes held its annual awards ceremony this on Sunday, Jan. 11, featuring iconic red carpet outfits, unexpected film awardees, and fan favorite celebrities.  With the rise of popularity in podcasts, a new award was introduced: Best Podcast. The podcasts nominees included Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard, Call Her Daddy, Good Hang with Amy Poehler, Smartless, The Mel Robbins Podcast, and … Continue reading 2026 Golden Globes introduces new podcast award

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Music streaming platforms share their end-of-year music statistics with users

By Caroline Cope As 2025 comes to an end, various music platforms have released their personalized annual listening summary for users, with the most popular being Spotify Wrapped, Apple Music Replay, and Amazon Music Delivered. These listening summaries provide users with insights and statistics into their unique listening habits over the entire calendar year. Spotify Wrapped initially debuted in 2016, with Apple Music Replay following … Continue reading Music streaming platforms share their end-of-year music statistics with users

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The 2025 Grammy nominations feature new and winning artists 

By: Nora Scarbro The Grammys have always been a point of interest and controversy in pop culture. The two categories with the most competition — song and album of the year — features artists that have been regulars in the category as well as new nominees.  Some returning artists for album of the year are Bad Bunny; Tyler, the Creator; and Lady Gaga. An artist … Continue reading The 2025 Grammy nominations feature new and winning artists 

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What could you have missed in 2025?

By: Chi Steadman 2025 has had multiple authors and game developers release new projects. “We had a ton of good releases this year,” Bellbrook High School librarian Amanda Brenner said. Lots of books were released this year, especially in the young adult sphere. Some were continuations of pre-existing series and some were releases from well loved authors. “If I had to say the biggest, hottest … Continue reading What could you have missed in 2025?

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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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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

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Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction celebrates connection

By: Nora Scarbro Getting nominated for Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction reflects years of work, “Unlike the grammys for example that highlight the present talent, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame showcases artists that have proven they have impacted the future of music,” senior Maggie Sahlbom said.  The induction ceremony itself features many different aspects like performances, speeches, and tributes to the … Continue reading Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction celebrates connection

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