Many left distraught and confused after plane crashes

By: Summer Bixler Last weekend, several were left devastated. On January 29, an American Airlines plane was preparing to approach the runway over the Potomac River in D.C. when a Black Hawk helicopter collided into it. The Black Hawk was seemingly flying too high, higher than the usual height. After the collision, no survivors were left. Since then, all 67 victims have been identified. Just … Continue reading Many left distraught and confused after plane crashes

Saturday Night Live celebrates 50 years

by Katie Griffin Saturday Night Live, known as SNL, has been around for 50 years and has had many episodes filled with skits and laughter. The SNL50: The Red Carpet event will be held on February 16. A documentary called Ladies & Gentlemen… 50 Years of SNL Music on Netflix celebrates 50 years of SNL musical guests. It’s a show filled with untold stories behind … Continue reading Saturday Night Live celebrates 50 years

Freshmen reflect on their first semester of high school

By Brendan Clementz With the spring semester of Bellbrook High School well underway, freshmen of the school have experienced the first few months of high school. Freshmen students have opinions on how high school feels in comparison to middle school when it comes to work. “The teachers said it would be really hard, but I think it’s easier because I have more time to do … Continue reading Freshmen reflect on their first semester of high school

Winter senior night offers a chance for senior athletes to shine

By: Kaylee Simmons The gym buzzed with excitement. Student fans dressed in jerseys for the ESPN spirit theme, prepared to celebrate the graduating seniors.  The annual winter sports senior night was held at 7:15 p.m. on January 31.  Bellbrook played Monroe in an intense game. The final score was 60-59, with Monroe winning.  “Senior night is a night for seniors to come in front of … Continue reading Winter senior night offers a chance for senior athletes to shine

Bellbrook-Sugarcreek Board of Education considers the future of historic Sugarcreek Elementary

By: Claire Cutting The Bellbrook-Sugarcreek Board of Education is facing difficult decisions regarding the future of the old Sugarcreek Elementary School in downtown Bellbrook. The district no longer utilizes the building for educational purposes, and with maintenance costs continuing to increase, the financial burden has become unsustainable. While various organizations, such as the HAM radio club, the Bellbrook-Sugarcreek Community Support Center, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, … Continue reading Bellbrook-Sugarcreek Board of Education considers the future of historic Sugarcreek Elementary

Grammys bring conflict and controversy to BHS

by Caroline Polen It had only been weeks since the LA wildfires started in Pacific Palisades, but the Grammys still held their award ceremony in the Crypto.com Arena in downtown Los Angeles. It was one of the first major LA events to happen since the devastating wildfires. The award ceremony had many tributes and fundraising opportunities, and they kept it less extravagant this year after … Continue reading Grammys bring conflict and controversy to BHS

From middle school star to high school records holder

By: Jordan Frantz Libby Bunsold’s name has been circulating throughout the community. Whether the talk is about her defense, speed, ability to commit theft every time the opponent is near, or the high intensity she brings to the court, it is no surprise the freshman has gained attention.  Attention isn’t something new to Bunsold. She has been performing at a high level since Wee Eagles. … Continue reading From middle school star to high school records holder

Kansas City Chiefs go against Philadelphia Eagles in the 2025 Super Bowl

By: Alexis LeMieux The Super Bowl is the championship game of the National Football League (NFL). It is played by the winners of the league’s American Football Conference and National Football Conference and happens each year in late January or early February. The Super Bowl is popular, and many can agree on their fondness for the event. “I like the Super Bowl because it’s one … Continue reading Kansas City Chiefs go against Philadelphia Eagles in the 2025 Super Bowl

The Bell-High Chapter of NHS taps new inductees

Senior Julia Fleck (blue) pins her younger sister sophomore Lauren Fleck (pink).  By: Evi Fromm The Bell-High National Honor Society officers tapped the chapter’s newly accepted inductees during first period on Monday, January 18, at Bellbrook High School. “I was very shocked, but also happy and relieved when my name was called,” new inductee sophomore Kaitlyn Puchalski said. “Submitting my application for NHS took a … Continue reading The Bell-High Chapter of NHS taps new inductees

Filters back on green — does it make a difference?

by Brendan Clementz For the past month, the water filters at water bottle fountains in the school have been at “red” status, and have just now been changed and have gone back to “green.” So what does it take to get the filters changed?  Water filter meters on fountains school-wide return to green this week. Bellbrook High School Principal Mr. Hann said, “The district maintenance … Continue reading Filters back on green — does it make a difference?