2018 Oscars Bring Lots of Surprises

by Drew Ward The Oscars is an event where the best in  entertainment is crowned. Ranging from the arts, movies, tv shows, even a retired NBA player, the Oscars has something for everyone. Throughout the night, there were lots of politically charged statements and speeches. However, in between the chaos, winners would be named and dreams were completed. The best picture went to The Shape … Continue reading 2018 Oscars Bring Lots of Surprises

4 Tips For Staying Motivated

by Katie Giffin By now the optimism of January has faded into cold reality (both literally and figuratively), and the reason why most of us don’t set New Year’s goals is coming back in blinding clarity: New Year’s resolutions are most often never kept. The vague goals of “being more healthy” and “taking more risks” have dissolved back into eating entire pizzas while binge-watching The … Continue reading 4 Tips For Staying Motivated

Black Panther Contains Interesting Secrets

By: Kayla Stephensen The most recent Marvel movie The Black Panther came out with thematic events that curiously analyze the geopolitics of African American and African response to racism. The main protagonist, T’Challa, is the heir to the throne of the technologically advanced country of Wakanda and represents native Africans. When he takes the throne as the new Black Panther, he originally decides to keep … Continue reading Black Panther Contains Interesting Secrets

Spectacular Spaghetti Squash Recipe

By: Chelsea Cozad Cold weather calls for hot and inviting meals. Soups, stews, chili are all too common. Try something different, like this yummy recipe for spaghetti squash, to warm up during the winter months. Ready in 1 hr 15 min. Ingredients: 2-3 lb spaghetti squash ⅛ cup of vegetable oil ⅛ cup of olive oil Salt Pepper Vegetables, meats, and cheeses of your choice … Continue reading Spectacular Spaghetti Squash Recipe

Boys Basketball Tied for SWBL Champs

By Mackenzie Pittman This 2017-2018 winter sports season, the Bellbrook boys’ basketball team has achieved a record of 10-2 and are currently tied for 1st with Franklin High School as SWBL Champions. The boys concluded their last season game on Friday, February 16 against Eaton, and came out on top with a score of 60-41. The team’s players have been bestowed multiple awards. Storm Painter … Continue reading Boys Basketball Tied for SWBL Champs

Scheduling: Which AP Classes to Take?

By: Sara Wolf As scheduling occurs within the next few weeks at BHS, many students are facing the same questions: Do I take AP courses? How many should I take? Which classes would be best for me? If you’ve found yourself wrestling with any of these questions, there are plenty of ways to make a decision that will leave you more comfortable with the schedule … Continue reading Scheduling: Which AP Classes to Take?

Senior Athlete Highlight: Ethan Savey – Senior Night with a Piece Missing

By: Sara Wolf On February 5, only 5 days before Senior Night, Ethan Savey had to say goodbye to his dad who had to leave for a year-long deployment in Korea. Though Savey was heartbroken that his dad and greatest mentor couldn’t walk with him to be recognized for his athletic accomplishments, Savey’s mom, brother, sister, teammates, and community came around him to celebrate him … Continue reading Senior Athlete Highlight: Ethan Savey – Senior Night with a Piece Missing

Simple Ways To Feel Better – Faster

by Katie Giffin It’s mid-February and by now we’ve all heard the same old advice for staying healthy–wash your hands, eat super foods, take lots of vitamins, avoid human contact as much as possible–but what do you do if you already have the crud? Here are some tips if you’re battling sickness and you don’t have the time to curl up at home. Yoga Believe … Continue reading Simple Ways To Feel Better – Faster

The Greatest Showman’s Success Surpasses Expectations

By: Kayla Stephensen The Greatest Showman, a family-friendly musical centered around the idea that what makes you different makes you special, premiered December 8, 2017, just a week before the latest Star Wars and Jumanji first showed. The first weekend, the movie was unimpressive, bringing in only $8.8 million compared to the more popular $36.2 million Jumanji opening weekend and $617.3 million Star Wars: The … Continue reading The Greatest Showman’s Success Surpasses Expectations