Starbucks sees shutdowns nationwide

By: Dominic Hummel Starbucks, a well known coffeehouse chain recognised for its beverages and the community focused atmosphere, has recently announced plans to close several hundred stores across the U.S by the end of the year. According to reports from Yahoo finance, the decision is part of a larger restructuring plan aimed to increase efficiency. Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol explained in response to the media … Continue reading Starbucks sees shutdowns nationwide

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

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

Powderpuff cheerleaders put in the hours for a great routine

By Caroline Cope The 2025 powderpuff cheerleaders have practiced for hours each week in preparation for their sideline chants, jumps, tumbling, stunts, and for their highly-anticipated halftime dance performance. The cheerleaders–the senior boys who signed up–were hard at work practicing in the BCI gym in the evenings under supervision of their senior cheerleader coaches Cali Harnish, Kalynn Shaaf, Erjuwan Alkhafaf, and Caroline Cope. Harnish notes … Continue reading Powderpuff cheerleaders put in the hours for a great routine

Bellbrook High School Key Club introduces new leadership roles for the new school year 

By: Aly West The 2025 graduates Zac Hansen, Connor Spriggs, Madeline Reed, and Hayden Fisher have stepped down from their positions after presiding over Key Club for the last two years. Last year, rising juniors Ahmed El Sharif and Rithik Mall and rising seniors Josiah Wolverton and Ella Bilen took charge as this year’s officers, after being voted in by the Key Club body.  El … Continue reading Bellbrook High School Key Club introduces new leadership roles for the new school year 

BHS preps for Homecoming 2025

By: Calle Caldwell Students are gearing up this week for one of the most anticipated parts of the school year: Homecoming Spirit Week. From quirky outfits to Friday night lights, BHS students are bringing the energy all week leading up to the dance, “A Night in Rio.” The spirit week themes are as follows: Adam Sandler Day, Red Flags, Purple and Gold, Alphabet Day, and … Continue reading BHS preps for Homecoming 2025

Cross Country is a sport of time

by AJ Nichols Imagine a grueling week of practice that involves running, lifting, and hard workouts all to prepare for one race that can get you closer to your goals. That’s just another week for cross country runners Olive Varvel and Caden Fromm. Varvel and Fromm both run for the Bellbrook High School cross country team and have high hopes for the season. Varvel is … Continue reading Cross Country is a sport of time

Bellbrook welcomes new high school science teacher

By: Calle Caldwell This school year, Bellbrook High School welcomed a new face to its science department: Ms. Kelly Savage. She is currently teaching the courses chemistry and earth and the environment for her first year in the district. With experience teaching at other Ohio schools, like Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy, Lebanon Christian, and Clinton Massie, Savage has brought a strong teaching background and a … Continue reading Bellbrook welcomes new high school science teacher

Bellbrook students plan first Senior Assassin water gun battle 

By: Alexis LeMieux Inspired by the Nerf wars that typically take place during the spring, Bellbrook seniors were interested in planning out a Senior Assassin competition. The objective of Senior Assassin is to eliminate your assigned target with a water gun until only one player remains. Each elimination will earn you your target’s assigned person. “We talked about it last year and we were like, … Continue reading Bellbrook students plan first Senior Assassin water gun battle