Bennett LaPalm commits Division One Baseball
By Juliana Packard Bennett LaPalm is a senior who has been on varsity all four years, except freshman year due to the pandemic cutting the season. Bennett LaPalm has committed to the University of Dayton. “Bellbrook baseball helped me make a lot of close relationships,” LaPalm said. “It helped me develop a lot as a player, working throughout the winter and getting a lot of … Continue reading Bennett LaPalm commits Division One Baseball
John Wick: Chapter 4 ~ Is this the End?
By Sam Vine <<<Spoilers Ahead >>> John Wick: Chapter 4, released on March 24, was met with an outstanding box office opening, earning $73.8 million domestically and $67.6 million overseas. Positive reviews poured in from audiences and critics alike. “John Wick 4 is a masterclass in action movies,” film critic Sheraz Farooqi said in a RottenTomatoes.com review. “Chad Stahelski brings his absolute best game to … Continue reading John Wick: Chapter 4 ~ Is this the End?
College softball season starts in full swing
By Claire Webster College softball started in 1910 and is now one of the most popular women’s sports broadcasts on television. The 2023 softball season has started in full swing with a pre-season tournament. During the tournament, the University of California, Los Angeles, was ranked number one, while “Powerhouse Oklahoma” was second. Many talented young women are playing with their schools to try to win … Continue reading College softball season starts in full swing
South African sprinter and convicted killer Oscar Pistorius reemerges in headlines
By: Tommy Dickman The Olympics are the highest stage at which an athlete can perform, and Olympians are watched the world over. Sprinter Oscar Pistorius gained notoriety he was arrested for killing his girlfriend, South African model Reeva Steenkamp, on Valentine’s Day in 2013. Pistorius is in the news again as he faces parole. Judge Thokozile Masipa found Pistorius guilty of culpable homicide, the legal … Continue reading South African sprinter and convicted killer Oscar Pistorius reemerges in headlines
Creative ways to display kokedama plant balls
by Madi Miller Kokedama What is it? It originates from Japan and the word translates as “moss ball” What makes it special? The plant arrangement does not have a pot to hold the soil together. Why would I display my plant like this? If you are someone who gets bored of the basic look of things in your house, this plant arrangement is perfect for … Continue reading Creative ways to display kokedama plant balls
Which fries are superior?
by Ashtyn Praeter (with the help of her triplet siblings, Ava and Aiden) Which fast food restaurants have the best fries? Do you like salty, crunchy, soft, or even cheese fries? We tested six different fast food restaurants for their fries specifically. Which fries came out on top? 1.) Steak ‘n Shake. Steak ‘n Shake fries are superior. They are salty and crunchy. On our … Continue reading Which fries are superior?
The Phantom of the Opera takes its final Broadway bow
By Adia Miller It’s not news to anybody that when it comes to plays and musicals, making it to Broadway is hitting it big. Andrew Lloyd Webber is one of the beloved musical composers with works such as Cats, Sunset Boulevard, and Evita. But perhaps his best-known work is the 1986 musical The Phantom of the Opera based on Gaston Leroux’s 1909 French novel. The … Continue reading The Phantom of the Opera takes its final Broadway bow
Owl House says goodbye in its finale
By: Audrey Cable The Owl House was canceled near the end of 2022; however, they were given three episodes to end the show. The creator Dana Terrace did her best to add closure to all of the characters and finish off Belos. The story of the Owl House focuses on Luz Noceda and how she travels to a new world called the Boiling Isles. She … Continue reading Owl House says goodbye in its finale
“Sport of the Arts” ensembles to go to WGI Championships
by Kaden Silva The Bellbrook Band Program winter groups of Indoor Percussion Ensemble (IPE) and Winterguard are set to finish their seasons at the WGI Championships, which are slated for April 13-15 for the Winterguard and April 20-22 for IPE. Following the end of the marching band season, each performance ensemble begins rehearsing their program. Both utilize audio and visual elements and equipment in order … Continue reading “Sport of the Arts” ensembles to go to WGI Championships
Bellbrook Seniors get a taste of life after graduation
By: Emma DeWeese Each year Bellbrook High School’s juniors take the state-mandated ACT and the sophomores take a practice ACT. To make the best use of the freshman and senior classes’ time, the school offers career opportunities to better prepare them for the future. Freshmen partake in surveys and presentations of various educational and career opportunities, while seniors have the day to job shadow. Senior … Continue reading Bellbrook Seniors get a taste of life after graduation
