Ohio sees surge in data center construction despite citizen disputes

By: Cate Eberly Ohio is quickly becoming a prospective data center hub with new technology companies investing billions to make new facilitates across the state.  According to Ohio Consumer’s Counsel, 200 centers have been built in Ohio within the last ten years, most in the Columbus area. These data centers store and process large amounts of information primarily for social media or AI.  Supporters of … Continue reading Ohio sees surge in data center construction despite citizen disputes

Bellbrook Film Festival prepares to showcase film submissions

By: Aly West Once the sun sets on May 30, members within the Bellbrook community will gather at the Bellbrook stadium to view the film competition submissions. Residents will get to see interpretations of “The Heart of Bellbrook.” The Bellbrook Marketing and Communications club presented the Bellbrook film competition this past winter and is planning to present their film submissions at the film festival. They … Continue reading Bellbrook Film Festival prepares to showcase film submissions

New coaches join Bellbrook track team coaching staff

By Delaney Dine This year Bellbrook High School’s track staff gained five new additions just for this season. Hayden Bullock (disc and shot put), Wally Cain (sprints), Steven Johnson (distance), Ty Waters (sprints), and Stephanie Vukovich are all new additions.  Previously the track team was understaffed, making this year a lot easier on both the team and coaches. Most of the new coaches work with … Continue reading New coaches join Bellbrook track team coaching staff

Here’s your prom dinner and picture ideas that are near Downtown Dayton

By Caroline Cope Bellbrook High School’s “Midnight in Manhattan” themed prom will be held at the Top of the Market event venue on Saturday, April 11 from 7 – 10pm. This new prom location is in Webster Station, a neighborhood in Downtown Dayton. Previously, the BHS prom was held at Carillon Park, which was in a more suburban area of Dayton. Top of the Market … Continue reading Here’s your prom dinner and picture ideas that are near Downtown Dayton

Project Hail Mary movie out in theaters now

By Chi Steadman. Project Hail Mary is a sci-fi comedy with some dark humor released to theaters on March 20, based on Andy Weir’s book of the same name. The movie stars Ryan Gosling as Ryland Grace and Sandra Hüller as Eva Stratt. The movie has a PG-13 rating. According to critics on Rotten Tomatoes the movie was a great experience and a good adaptation … Continue reading Project Hail Mary movie out in theaters now

The Masters promise a loaded field of competition

By Sean Markland The Masters Tournament will be here shortly, and excitement is building not just among professionals, but right here in Bellbrook. Known for its tradition and the pristine course of Augusta National in Georgia, winners wear the iconic green jacket. This year’s tournament at Augusta National Golf Club features a loaded field, including some of the biggest names in the sport. Players like … Continue reading The Masters promise a loaded field of competition

BHS students give advice as the school gears up for AP exams

By: Cate Eberly As spring approaches, high school students across the country are gearing up for one of the most rigorous events of the academic year: Advanced Placement exams. These exams offer students the chance to earn college credit and demonstrate their college readiness and comprehension of intense coursework. AP exams require a deeper understanding of material and the ability to apply knowledge compared to usual … Continue reading BHS students give advice as the school gears up for AP exams

REVIEW: Malcolm Todd’s self-titled album offers unique insight into unrequited love

By: Nora Scarbro Malcolm Todd is an artist you may have heard about a lot lately. With the popularization of his songs “Sweet Boy” and “Breath,” his boyish voice and themes of love grew his popularity fast. His self-titled album released in April 2025 exemplifies those qualities.  Before listening to the newest album, I had already heard “Chest Pain (I Love).” It was popular on … Continue reading REVIEW: Malcolm Todd’s self-titled album offers unique insight into unrequited love

“Midnight in Manhattan” is coming to Bellbrook High School

By: Gabe Woods Bellbrook High School’s Prom will be held at Top of the Market on April 11, a switch from past years at Carillon Park’s event hall.  “We chose the new location primarily because the old location was getting too expensive,” Mrs. Buedel-Herrman said. “This location is a great size, it has a lot of fun character, and will be a great place for … Continue reading “Midnight in Manhattan” is coming to Bellbrook High School

American citizens question the U.S. and Iranian war

By Nolan Sickels The Iran war started February 28 after issues over the country having nuclear weapons and in President Trump’s words, “The Iranian regime cannot continue to arm, fund and direct terrorist armies outside of their borders.” The war has resulted in deaths tallying up to an estimated 1,900 deaths from just Israeli and American strikes alone. The conflict has also caused a lot … Continue reading American citizens question the U.S. and Iranian war