Where Oh Where has the Wifi Gone?

by Jaclyn Frank Bellbrook High School students and staff are going nuts without internet access. Many teachers have lessons to teach through the internet and they can’t get a signal. What is going on? Many students are fired up about not having internet while at school. They have no access to anything online–grades, emails, research–without using data. Data bills are racking up because students are … Continue reading Where Oh Where has the Wifi Gone?

Behind the Scenes of the Football Game Themes

by Jaclyn Frank The Bellbrook High School student section is doing a phenomenal job this year. They have been getting the football players pumped up for their games. The Eagle’s first home game, on August 28, ended in a victory against Waynesville and our student section was nominated to be the next week’s section of the week. The following Friday, the game was under a … Continue reading Behind the Scenes of the Football Game Themes

Newly Discovered Brain Disease linked to Head Trauma caused by Football

by Kennedy Szekely In a constant controversy over the safety standards of sports in the United States and abroad, many are beginning to fear the need for extensive safety precautions after research shows the 87/91 deceased former NFL players show signs of brain disease due to concussions. Researchers with the Department of Veterans Affairs and Boston University have now identified the disease known as “chronic … Continue reading Newly Discovered Brain Disease linked to Head Trauma caused by Football

A tragedy in Oregon

By Kate Barton On October 1, a white male student of Umpqua Community College in Oregon opened fire and killed nine students. He then took his own life, after exchanging fire with two police officers who soon arrived to the scene. The shooter reportedly had problems with mental illness, and has posted on social media about feeling that “other people think I’m crazy, but I’m … Continue reading A tragedy in Oregon

Boehner Steps Down

by Meghna Kumar On Friday, September 25, John Boehner resigned from his position as Speaker of the House. Boehner claims to have been planning his resignation since last year, but postponed it in fear of causing troubles for the Republican-dominated House of Representatives. His official announcement was made after a visit by Pope Francis to Capitol Hill. Many members of the House have stated that … Continue reading Boehner Steps Down

Seniors: Exercise Your Rights

By Kate Barton Now that the senior class is age 18 or close to it, it is now the time to register to vote! There are many important voting opportunities approaching such as the general election on November 3 and the legalization of cannabis, also on November 3’s ballot. All approaching voting opportunities can be found at: Click to access soselectioncalendar.pdf It is important that … Continue reading Seniors: Exercise Your Rights

Getting to Know Mrs. Scohy

By: Joseph Spirk Students returning from summer vacation may have seen a new face in the Guidance Department this year. Mrs. Scohy is the new guidance counselor who took over for retiree Mrs. Pernik. I recently sat down with Mrs. Scohy to ask her some questions. Where did you go to college and what career did you plan on going into afterwards? I went to college … Continue reading Getting to Know Mrs. Scohy

NFL Season Opener

By: Mitch Hughes Sports fans across the country rejoiced this week as the NFL began its 46th season. The much-anticipated weekend provided fans with nonstop action with sixteen games spanning four days. Though things were just getting started, every game had its fair share of some serious play-making. On Thursday, September 10, the Pittsburgh Steelers took on the New England Patriots for the first official game … Continue reading NFL Season Opener