Broadway Shows coming to The Schuster Center

By: Reagan Morrow New year, new shows! The Schuster Center, located in Dayton, Ohio, has six Broadway shows this year, but they have more than Broadway shows. The Center hosts other shows, activities for kids, and even more. The Schuster Center opened in 2003. January 26- February 6: Hamilton  This show is 2 hours and 50 minutes long with a 20 minutes intermission.  Hamilton is … Continue reading Broadway Shows coming to The Schuster Center

College scholarship deadlines approach

By Leanne Beane What is a college scholarship? A college scholarship is a free sum of money provided to students to help cover college-related expenses. They are typically provided by colleges or college-based institutions, but many areas possess additional scholarships that are sponsored by community members. Scholarships can be based upon academic achievements, co-curricular or extracurricular activities, hobbies, areas of study, and volunteering among other … Continue reading College scholarship deadlines approach

Ohio minimum wage increased by 50 cents

By Savannah Higley As of January 1, 2022, the minimum wage in Ohio has gone up by 50 cents. Before this increase, the minimum wage for non-tipped workers was $8.80. The minimum wage for non-tipped workers in 2022 is now $9.30 per hour. Tipped workers have received an increase of $0.25, going from $4.40 to $4.65. This is for workers over 16 years old who … Continue reading Ohio minimum wage increased by 50 cents

Byrd’s Nest Vol. 3 – New Year, New Questions

By Abbie Stokes Happy (late) New Year everyone! 2022 is finally here, and with the new year comes brand new questions from Bellbrook High School students to answer. If you’ve never read this column before, here’s how it works: students from all grade levels are able to send in any questions they have or issues they need advice on, and we answer and give advice … Continue reading Byrd’s Nest Vol. 3 – New Year, New Questions

3 Survival tips for going into 2022

By: Angelique Taylor 2022 is another year, a new beginning. There will be new opportunities, new people to meet, and things will happen that you can and cannot control. Use this 2022 survival guide to help you get through things with a clear conscience. This will let you understand your potential and expand your knowledge without limiting yourself. I – Keep a open mind Keeping … Continue reading 3 Survival tips for going into 2022

Bellbrook’s Winter Guard launches their 2021-2022 season

By Leanne Beane Bellbrook’s Winter Guard began their season during Thanksgiving break and have been working diligently on their 2021-2022 performance. They cannot reveal the show’s title and theme until their premier on February 5, 2022, but it is described as being well-designed, cute, and loved by the staff and guard alike. The guard is optimistic about their season and believes they will do very … Continue reading Bellbrook’s Winter Guard launches their 2021-2022 season

Biden Visits Kentucky after several severe tornados.

by Kolton Schwartz The most recent flurry of Kentucky tornadoes has been devastating state-wide. Governor Andy Beshear announced 64 confirmed deaths, although there are still plenty of people who are unaccounted for. Beshear also said that unfortunately, the number is liable to increase as they search for all those missing. The worst part about a tornado event is that there is no way to actively … Continue reading Biden Visits Kentucky after several severe tornados.

The Greene County Career Center provides opportunities

By Rachel Holbrook The Greene County Career Center is designed for students to have the opportunity to take different job shadowing classes, looking into internships, and starting a path for their future occupation. The Career Center provides many programs including Biotechnology, Family and Consumer Science, Engineering, Marketing, Veterinary Science, Equine Studies, Career-Based Intervention and Agricultural Science and Business. Bellbrook students have the opportunity to transition … Continue reading The Greene County Career Center provides opportunities

Virgil Abloh, artistic director for Louis Vuitton and Off-White founder, dies of cancer at 41

by Rayne McKinney Virgil Abloh, the menswear designer for Louis Vuitton and founder and CEO of Off-White, died Sunday of cancer, confirmed in a post from his verified Instagram account. He was 41. “We are devastated to announce the passing of our beloved Virgil Abloh, a fiercely devoted father, husband, son, brother, and friend. He is survived by his loving wife Shannon Abloh, his children … Continue reading Virgil Abloh, artistic director for Louis Vuitton and Off-White founder, dies of cancer at 41