Bellbrook airline pilot responds to UPS cargo plane crash

By: Aly West UPS flight 2976 was bound to Honolulu, Hawaii, from Louisville, Kentucky, on November 4. Three crew members were on board that flight and unfortunately died in the crash due to complications within the MD-11 airliner- causing destruction on Muhammad Ali International Airport near Grade Lane/Fern Valley Road.  Bellbrook resident and United Airlines pilot Captain Doug West explained the situation. “The aircraft has … Continue reading Bellbrook airline pilot responds to UPS cargo plane crash

Get ready for the Wicked sequel coming out late November

By Caroline Cope The highly anticipated Wicked: For Good is coming to theaters Friday, November 21. The movie Wicked starring Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda was the fifth highest-grossing movie in 2024, earning over $750 million in the box office. Wicked: For Good will follow the journey of Elphaba the “wicked witch,” and Glinda, “the good witch,” and the storyline will … Continue reading Get ready for the Wicked sequel coming out late November

New athletic facility plans to strengthen student programs

by Sean Markland Bellbrook High School is preparing for a major step forward in its athletic programs with plans for a new athletic facility that will expand opportunities for student athletes and strengthen the school’s sports community. According to Bellbrook’s athletic director, Charlie O’Dell, the idea for the new facility came from one issue: space. “The biggest thing is the weight room is too small,” … Continue reading New athletic facility plans to strengthen student programs

How to create a perfect Friendsgiving

By: Gabe Woods As the holiday season has begun, Thanksgiving is next on the list. In recent years, “Friendsgiving” has become a popular event among younger ages, where friends get together in a potluck style, with each person bringing their own dish to share. When planning this event, it’s important to create the right atmosphere. Using decorations like candles, pumpkins, and fall decor can help … Continue reading How to create a perfect Friendsgiving

Find balance during fall break to recharge and reconnect

By: Calle Caldwell Fall break offers a much-needed pause between the chaos of the nearing end of first semester and the incoming stress of midterms. It’s a time for students and teachers alike to unwind, reconnect with family, and recharge before finishing out the year and entering second semester. One of the best ways to enjoy your break without stress is to front-load your responsibilities. … Continue reading Find balance during fall break to recharge and reconnect

Marketing students investigate how to increase student section attendance

By: Aly West Looking out into the stands, often little to no students show up to watch and support their friends at sports events outside than football and basketball. This is what led to Josh Craig, a business teacher at Bellbrook High School, to work towards increasing student attendance at games with his marketing class.  During the course, students do research towards a marketing report … Continue reading Marketing students investigate how to increase student section attendance

Chilean exchange students present to the student body about Chile

By Delaney Dine Students from Thomas Jefferson STEM School in Concepciòn, Chile, arrived October 26 for a two week visit to Bellbrook High School. While here, they got to experience our culture and also shared some of theirs. They provided a quick presentation on their country, area, school, and customs. “I have nine students at this school, and sometimes the [American] students don’t know anything … Continue reading Chilean exchange students present to the student body about Chile

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