Popular NBA figures caught in federal gambling investigation
By: Dominic Hummel A recent investigation became public and put the NBA fans and sports betters in shock. The investigation revealed a link between rigged poker games, illegal betting schemes, and the arrest of the Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups and Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier. According to NBC News, “The extraordinary federal takedown led to the arrests of more than 30 people … Continue reading Popular NBA figures caught in federal gambling investigation
Trump’s White House renovation sparks discussion over tradition and change
By Eilley Wannarka Historically, presidents of the United States contribute a personal renovation to the White House for future presidents and guests to enjoy. Currently, President Trump has decided to remove the Rose Garden and pave over it with a limestone walkway, which was said to improve drainage. He also plans on adding a new selection of shrubs and flowers. In 1960, Jacqueline Kennedy added … Continue reading Trump’s White House renovation sparks discussion over tradition and change
Winter sports starting to heat up at Bellbrook High School
By: A.J. Nichols As the temperature drops, wrestling, basketball, swimming and diving heats up as they start practices this week after a great fall sports season. Cross Country made a state championship appearance that included the boys team, and Morgan Dalton and Elsie Bruckhart representing the girls team. Varsity football made a playoff appearance but suffered an unfortunate loss to Alter High School in the … Continue reading Winter sports starting to heat up at Bellbrook High School
Fall sports celebrate successful seasons overall
By: Alexis LeMieux As winter approaches, the fall sports are beginning to wrap up to make room for winter sports. Each fall sport ended with great accomplishments with games, meets, matches, and performances. Senior Lena Underbakke has been running cross country since her freshman year. Her team was able to end up as the league runners up, district champions, while also finishing 8th place in … Continue reading Fall sports celebrate successful seasons overall
Students weigh in on the upcoming finale season of Stranger Things
By Chi Steadman Season 5 of Stranger Things will be released in three separate parts in 2025, marking the 9th year of the Duffer brothers’ project. It has been on Netflix since 2016, when Matt and Ross Duffer began their supernatural 80’s adventure in the fictional town of Hawkins, Indiana. Episodes 1 to 4 will be released November 26. Episodes 5 to 7 will be … Continue reading Students weigh in on the upcoming finale season of Stranger Things
Four criminals charged for Louvre heist
By: Cate Eberly As the Louvre heist case continues, the latest update is that the four men responsible for the theft are now in custody and have partially confessed to their involvement. All suspects are expected to face around 15 years in prison for their roles in the heist. Since Sunday, October 19, around 200 detectives have been working to find these men. Another suspect … Continue reading Four criminals charged for Louvre heist
Bellbrook High School expands co-taught courses
By Delaney Dine Bellbrook High School administration has assigned co-teaching roles to around half the teachers in each department. This system has received overwhelmingly positive reception from teachers. “I really love the co-teaching system; I think it’s a great learning experience for teachers,” English teacher Paige Lewis said. Lewis co-teaches College Prep 12 with Michael Garrison. “A co-taught class allows a lot more flexibility than … Continue reading Bellbrook High School expands co-taught courses
Bellbrook High School invites senior citizens to a senior lunch
By Sean Markland Bellbrook High School is excited to welcome our community’s senior citizens to the new event, a Senior Lunch. This is a special event that can celebrate the bond between generations and showcase the excellence of Bellbrook Schools. The lunch will be held at St. Pierre Education Center on November 19 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and all local senior citizens are … Continue reading Bellbrook High School invites senior citizens to a senior lunch
How does pop culture affect your costume?
By Chi Steadman Halloween is based on the Pagan festival called Samhain. During Samhain, people would wear disguises to ward off monsters. As time progressed, this tradition turned into what is now called Halloween. Samhain is known as the start of the darker half of the year where people believed the veil between the living and the dead thinned. People would start bonfires and wear … Continue reading How does pop culture affect your costume?
OHSAA debating the future of NIL for high school athletes
by AJ Nichols A lawsuit filed against the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) on October 15 concerns name, image, and likeness (NIL) for high school athletes. The lawsuit was led by Wayne High School football player Jamier Brown and his family. Brown is a top prospect in the 2027 class of Ohio State. “Like what’s allowed in other states, I want to be able … Continue reading OHSAA debating the future of NIL for high school athletes
