Bellbrook’s Winter Formal guarantees fun, prizes, and charity support
by Ten Bottemiller Love is in the air at Bellbrook’s 2024 Winter Formal, which will be held on Saturday, February 3 from 7-10pm. With a fitting Valentine’s Day theme, the Winter Formal promises an evening full of fun, music, and high school memories. Tickets sales opened on Monday at $15 a ticket and must be purchased online or in the athletic office during school hours. … Continue reading Bellbrook’s Winter Formal guarantees fun, prizes, and charity support
Bellbrook High School’s Swim and Dive team celebrates 19 seniors
By: Jordan Frantz On January 27, the Bellbrook Swim and Dive team celebrated their seniors at the DRAC with tons of activities, traditions, and congratulating of the seniors. The teams both earned second place at the meet, both falling short to Oakwood. Swim and Dive began their senior night with a jump into the pool with Hawaiian shirts on. They got to walk down the pool … Continue reading Bellbrook High School’s Swim and Dive team celebrates 19 seniors
“The Marvels” shows the current state of the MCU
By: Paul Jefferson At the end of 2023, Disney released “The Marvels” in theaters, the latest in an ever growing line of Marvel movies to underperform at the box office. Ever since the release of “Avengers: Endgame” in 2019, the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) has struggled to find an audience. Sophomore Tannor Simpson has his thoughts as to why. “The franchise has burned too many … Continue reading “The Marvels” shows the current state of the MCU
Student’s guide to the Iowa caucus and Republican primaries
By: Cate Eberly The Iowa Caucus was the first of the presidential candidate nominations for the Republican party and took place on Monday, January 15 this year. Unlike how other states nominate their presidential candidates by a simple vote, the Iowa caucus has representatives speak on behalf of the candidate—usually describing plans for office and core beliefs. Following this, ballots are passed out to caucusgoers … Continue reading Student’s guide to the Iowa caucus and Republican primaries
Mrs. Sumner prepares for retirement
by Evi Fromm At the end of January, Bellbrook High School librarian Nancy Sumner will be stepping down from her role and entering a new chapter in her life: retirement. Sumner began her journey at BHS in January of 1999 when she was hired by then-principal, Chuck Birkholtz. Since then, she has worked alongside many BHS staff members who have come and gone, including three … Continue reading Mrs. Sumner prepares for retirement
Cast of Barbie was best dressed at 2024 Golden Globes
By: Aly West The 81st Golden Globes took place on January 7 for film and American television productions. Many celebrities and actors had a chance to partner with luxury brands to express their own creativity, but the Barbie cast outshone them all. Margot Robbie Barbie herself, Margot Robbie, was dressed in Giorgio Armani and of course, she had to wear pink. In a sequin floor-length … Continue reading Cast of Barbie was best dressed at 2024 Golden Globes
New Year’s Resolutions are officially “over” in 2024
By Liv Whitlock In the spirit of the new year: out with the old, in with the new. And by that I mean, we’re done with New Year’s resolutions in 2024. Billions of people use the new year as a way to better themselves. Most decide to take on bigger projects or totally life-altering changes in habits. “I’m all for self-improvement,” Bellbrook senior Sofie Goodrich … Continue reading New Year’s Resolutions are officially “over” in 2024
We rate the 5 best (and worst) dressed celebs at the 2024 Emmys
by Ben Pursel The Emmy Award Ceremony debuted in 1949 as a celebration of outstanding performers and contributors to American television. Since the 50s, the Emmys have come to popularize the red carpet–a velvety platform where celebrities show off their best looks. From fabulous to frightful, the 75th Emmy Awards saw some very unique outfits, courtesy of some of the most prestigious fashion designers from … Continue reading We rate the 5 best (and worst) dressed celebs at the 2024 Emmys
Taylor Scohy and Alayna Meyer plan to continue their athletic success in college after breaking school records
By: Jordan Frantz On December 7, the Bellbrook Women’s basketball team traveled to Monroe for an away game. This game turned out to be senior Alayna Meyer’s recording-breaking achievement. Meyer surpassed the previous three point record holder Bailey Zerby, who Meyer got the chance to play with her freshman season. Zerby had 145 career three pointers, and Meyer had 147 after the Monroe game. “It … Continue reading Taylor Scohy and Alayna Meyer plan to continue their athletic success in college after breaking school records
REVIEW: Super Mario Bros. Wonder is a delight
by Brendan Clementz Even if you don’t play video games, you probably know who Mario is. The red and blue-wearing, mustachioed man has captivated people across the world for more than 35 years. Starting his journey on the two-dimensional plane, he jumped into 3D in 1996 with Super Mario 64. Since then, 2D games reminiscent of the old, innovative era for Mario have been few … Continue reading REVIEW: Super Mario Bros. Wonder is a delight
