Black Friday is a dying deal
By: Gabe Woods Stores and companies are gearing up across the country to prepare for their Black Friday events. These retailers get ready for their busiest day of the year, having some of the largest sales across many of their products. Even though almost all major retailers continue to have deals on Black Friday, the anticipation and participation of this day has drastically changed in … Continue reading Black Friday is a dying deal
What to do for fall break
By Chi Steadman As fall break comes around for Bellbrook High School November 24 to November 28, people are already planning what to do. There are events being held in and near Bellbrook for people to enjoy. “The Friday before our Thanksgiving break, we always go out to eat at The Greene,” English teacher Paige Lewis said. Lewis goes every year on the Friday before … Continue reading What to do for fall break
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
Pop-culture takes center stage as new parade floats and balloons will debut at the 2025 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
By Caroline Cope The 99th annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade will air on November 27 at 8:30 a.m. EST and will feature many new floats and balloons. The festive parade will be live on NBC and Peacock and will last over three hours, with TODAY Show hosts Savannah Guthrie, Al Roker, and former host Hoda Kotb giving commentary. Senior Lizzie Visger has seen the parade … Continue reading Pop-culture takes center stage as new parade floats and balloons will debut at the 2025 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Ohio State and Michigan gear up for the rivalry of the year
By: Dominic Hummel In Ann Arbor, Michigan, two rival teams will go head-to-head to determine which is the best on Saturday, November 29. Dubbed “The Game,” it is one of the most anticipated matchups in college football. Every year, fans of each team tune in to watch. Both teams have been successful throughout the year, Ohio State being 10-0 and Michigan being 8-2 as of … Continue reading Ohio State and Michigan gear up for the rivalry of the year
What will the 2025–2026 winter look like?
by Cate Eberly After a warm fall, what will our 2025–2026 winter look like? Winter officially begins in a little over a month on Sunday, December 21, and lasts through Friday, March 20, 2026. NOAA released its winter prediction from the Climate Prediction Center (CPC) on October 16 for the upcoming winter months of December 2025 through February 2026. NOAA considers a variety of factors, … Continue reading What will the 2025–2026 winter look like?
Bellbrook airline pilot responds to UPS cargo plane crash
By: Aly West UPS flight 2976 was bound to Honolulu, Hawaii, from Louisville, Kentucky, on November 4. Three crew members were on board that flight and unfortunately died in the crash due to complications within the MD-11 airliner- causing destruction on Muhammad Ali International Airport near Grade Lane/Fern Valley Road. Bellbrook resident and United Airlines pilot Captain Doug West explained the situation. “The aircraft has … Continue reading Bellbrook airline pilot responds to UPS cargo plane crash
Get ready for the Wicked sequel coming out late November
By Caroline Cope The highly anticipated Wicked: For Good is coming to theaters Friday, November 21. The movie Wicked starring Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda was the fifth highest-grossing movie in 2024, earning over $750 million in the box office. Wicked: For Good will follow the journey of Elphaba the “wicked witch,” and Glinda, “the good witch,” and the storyline will … Continue reading Get ready for the Wicked sequel coming out late November
New athletic facility plans to strengthen student programs
by Sean Markland Bellbrook High School is preparing for a major step forward in its athletic programs with plans for a new athletic facility that will expand opportunities for student athletes and strengthen the school’s sports community. According to Bellbrook’s athletic director, Charlie O’Dell, the idea for the new facility came from one issue: space. “The biggest thing is the weight room is too small,” … Continue reading New athletic facility plans to strengthen student programs
How to create a perfect Friendsgiving
By: Gabe Woods As the holiday season has begun, Thanksgiving is next on the list. In recent years, “Friendsgiving” has become a popular event among younger ages, where friends get together in a potluck style, with each person bringing their own dish to share. When planning this event, it’s important to create the right atmosphere. Using decorations like candles, pumpkins, and fall decor can help … Continue reading How to create a perfect Friendsgiving
