Second Semester Seniors
by Alyssa Rogers As the countdown to graduation begins and college acceptance letters start coming in the mail, seniors at BHS are getting incredibly antsy to put on their cap and gown and get handed their diploma. This week we talked to two Bellbrook seniors about the activities they plan to participate in during the next four years of their education. Alexis Schuster can’t wait … Continue reading Second Semester Seniors
Knitting Nowadays
By Katherine Barton Knitting. The first image that comes to mind involves a grandmother and a large time commitment, making it unattractive to many. However, knitting definitely does not have to be boring and can be completed while doing other things. In fact, many different people from all ages take part in this creative activity and there are various communities for knitters to learn and … Continue reading Knitting Nowadays
The Festivities of Spring
by Jaimie Franz Spring is finally here in full bloom and the 2016 festivals that celebrate the much-anticipated good weather are on their way. The season starts off on April 30 with the Wildflower Festival, located in Addyston, Ohio. This festival celebrates flowers, horticulture and has a variety of arts and crafts, highlighting everything that grows and brings beauty to the landscape of Ohio. You … Continue reading The Festivities of Spring
Less is More
By Kate Barton The saying “less is more” is available in most people’s memory, but taking it to heart can change one’s life. Having too many objects and not enough organization can clutter the mind and create stress, whether we realize it or not. Even when a person gets up the energy and motivation to clean, the space seems to inevitably become a mess again. … Continue reading Less is More
Kong Fu, Oh, and a Panda
by Jaimie Franz Kong Fu Panda Three!! has hit the streets with a fight, bringing back all the original characters to the film and adding some new faces. Po, The Dragon Warrior, is finally able to meet his biological father. He also travels to the secret village where all the pandas live and learns the reason why the pandas went into hiding in the first … Continue reading Kong Fu, Oh, and a Panda
Super Model Shares How to Eat Sweets
by Jaimie Franz Karlie Kloss is a Victoria Secret Angel, a famous fashion model, one of Taylor Swift’s besties and now a You-Tuber. Named Klossy, her YouTube channel is all about her life through her eyes, showing the world behind-the-scenes footage at Fashion Week, answering questions and sharing some of her favorite recipes including healthier ways of cooking sweet treats. I decided to test her recipes … Continue reading Super Model Shares How to Eat Sweets
Senior Legacy Blocks
by Jackie Thompson Walk down the curved art hallway at Bellbrook High School and you’ll find yourself surrounded by the colorful “legacy blocks” of this year’s seniors and those of seniors past. Leaving behind these beautiful murals is a tradition for the graduating art students here at BHS. It gives them the opportunity to express themselves, leave something behind for the future classes, and frankly, … Continue reading Senior Legacy Blocks
State and City Officials Allow Residents to be Poisoned by Lead in Water Supply
By: Mitch Hughes Water. You may have heard of it. It is the foundation of life on earth and subsequently a daily necessity for us humans. It is recommended that each person drink at least eight cups of the stuff a day, if not more. Of course water is good for plenty of other things such as growing food, personal hygiene, generating electricity, putting out … Continue reading State and City Officials Allow Residents to be Poisoned by Lead in Water Supply
Coldplay vs. Beyonce
by Kasen Stephensen Coldplay’s Super Bowl 50 halftime show featured the artists Beyoncé and Bruno Mars and the themes revolution and love. It began with Coldplay’s vocalist Chris Martin singing remixed versions of iconic songs such as “Yellow,” “Viva La Vida,” and “Paradise” while fans and musicians danced around the stage. Flowers twirled, musicians danced, and Martin bounced around as the stage, doubling as a … Continue reading Coldplay vs. Beyonce
The Walking Dead: The Good, The Dead, and The Negan
by Kasen Stephensen Season 6 of AMC’s The Walking Dead resumes on Valentine’s Day 2016. The midseason premiere is the perfect Valentine’s gift if your significant other enjoys, “Chaos, terror, heartbreak, heroics, tragedy and terror,” says the showrunner Scott Gimple before adding that this is “one of the biggest episodes we’ve done. This one is gargantuan.” According to the comic books the show is based … Continue reading The Walking Dead: The Good, The Dead, and The Negan
