OPINION: Toy Story 5 is taking screens to a new level 

By: Emma Dabell  Toy Story 5 releases on June 19. It is about the main character Bonnie getting addicted to her tablet. It affects her real play and imagination. Bonnie’s other toys are very upset by this and want to take action. Now we are waiting to see if Bonnie will learn to coexist with the tablet, or will the toys get rid of it … Continue reading OPINION: Toy Story 5 is taking screens to a new level 

Sugar Maple Festival from 2026, and what people want next year

By Chi Steadman Every year in Bellbrook the Sugar Maple festival is held with many craft vendors and food trucks. The festival lasts three days, beginning Friday and going onto Sunday. During it, there is a parade held to celebrate the community. At the festival, the vendors bring jewelry, trinkets, and on occasion some vendors will have foods such as honey or cookies. It’s hard … Continue reading Sugar Maple Festival from 2026, and what people want next year

What does this year’s Met Gala theme mean?

By: Nora Scarbro The Met Gala is a fundraising event for the Metropolitan Museum Of Art in New York City, but it’s more importantly known as the fashion event of the year.  The board of directors for the Met Gala reveals the next year’s theme about a month after the event takes place, each one leaving room for unique and complex ideas. Some of them … Continue reading What does this year’s Met Gala theme mean?

Billie Eilish “Hit Me Hard and Soft” movie is coming to theaters

By. Emma Dabell  Britannica mentions how Billie Eilish first got famous in 2015 for her song “Ocean Eyes.” In 2020, Eilish became the youngest person ever to win a Grammy for album of the year. Eilish was only 18 when she received the Grammy and her winning album was When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? Her other albums include Happier Than Ever … Continue reading Billie Eilish “Hit Me Hard and Soft” movie is coming to theaters

Bon Jovi touring again since his 2022 vocal surgery 

By: Emma Dabell  Bon Jovi had vocal surgery due to a recurring injury while performing. Bon Jovi never thought he was going to be able to go on tour again. He has been slowly working to rebuild his voice. This year Jovi has decided to try and do a test tour. If this tour doesn’t go well, then this might be the last tour of … Continue reading Bon Jovi touring again since his 2022 vocal surgery 

REVIEW: Nine Inch Noize performs at Coachella two weekends of April

By Chi Steadman A lot of people may have heard of Nine Inch Nails or listened to Boys Noize’s remixes. They created a collaborative group called Nine Inch Noize. Their album together made its debut on April 17. Both artists are known for the industrial themes in their music. In addition to this, Nine Inch Noize performed at Coachella for two weekends. At Coachella, Nine … Continue reading REVIEW: Nine Inch Noize performs at Coachella two weekends of April

OPINION: WNBA draft offers diverse fashion

By: Nora Scarbro The WNBA draft is one of the most important nights in women’s basketball. It welcomes new players and gives teams the opportunity to redefine how their season will go.  This is an event where it is expected for all those who attend to dress very well. There is no specific dress expectation, but typically it is formal dresses and suits or something … Continue reading OPINION: WNBA draft offers diverse fashion

Project Hail Mary movie out in theaters now

By Chi Steadman. Project Hail Mary is a sci-fi comedy with some dark humor released to theaters on March 20, based on Andy Weir’s book of the same name. The movie stars Ryan Gosling as Ryland Grace and Sandra Hüller as Eva Stratt. The movie has a PG-13 rating. According to critics on Rotten Tomatoes the movie was a great experience and a good adaptation … Continue reading Project Hail Mary movie out in theaters now

REVIEW: Malcolm Todd’s self-titled album offers unique insight into unrequited love

By: Nora Scarbro Malcolm Todd is an artist you may have heard about a lot lately. With the popularization of his songs “Sweet Boy” and “Breath,” his boyish voice and themes of love grew his popularity fast. His self-titled album released in April 2025 exemplifies those qualities.  Before listening to the newest album, I had already heard “Chest Pain (I Love).” It was popular on … Continue reading REVIEW: Malcolm Todd’s self-titled album offers unique insight into unrequited love

Bellbrook High School art show highlights senior artwork 

By: Aly West Nineteen seniors will be showcasing their artwork inside the atrium cubbies on April 18 from 11:00am to 1:00pm. Students will be able to feature their artwork throughout previous art classes and personal projects.  Senior Natalie Recher has been taking art at the high school since her freshman year and has participated in Career Art, Art 1, 2, 3 and is currently in … Continue reading Bellbrook High School art show highlights senior artwork