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Feature/Opinion, School Community

OPINION – Was the BHS Pep Rally a Flop?

By Emma Forshee On Friday, October 28, the BHS cheerleaders hosted a pep rally in the main gym. Students and teachers cheered for the fall sports teams as senior Benton Yoxtheimer announced all of their outstanding accomplishments this past season. The room reverberated with the sounds of the BHS Marching Eagles flashing instruments. Cheerleaders enthusiastically displayed their stunts and encouraged student participation through games and cheers.  … Continue reading OPINION – Was the BHS Pep Rally a Flop?

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School Community, Sports

Mikuya Ford runs to state championships

By Tommy Dickman Junior cross country captain Mikuya Ford has had an impressive season with a state qualifying time of 16:28 and 24th place at the Troy regional meet. Ford started the season with a time of 17:02 at the Bob Schul invitational at Milton-Union. His times continued to drop until he ultimately reached his new 5K personal record of 16:24 at the Anna Rocket … Continue reading Mikuya Ford runs to state championships

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School Community, Sports

Sleep and confidence help Women’s Tennis win sectional matches

By Jacob Grismer Bellbrook Women’s tennis team won the league and the first singles player junior Maya Brink won sectionals three consecutive years. What’s the secret to their success? Senior Kirsten Thomas, who played first doubles for sectionals this season, said the answer was simple: “I just wing it.” She added, “I usually take a nap before my matches.” Both players agree not playing well … Continue reading Sleep and confidence help Women’s Tennis win sectional matches

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School Community

Concerns alleviated over water quality at high school

By: Kirsten Thomas Students at Bellbrook High School have been concerned about the water quality in fountains at the school. For weeks, the filters have been on “red status.” Having questionable access to purified water has been a concern for students and staff members alike in recent weeks.  Students who drink the water report that it “has an iron-y taste,” and one student said, “It … Continue reading Concerns alleviated over water quality at high school

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Lifestyle, School Community

Fat Bear Week 2022 Crowns Champion

By Grace Krane Bear 747 ran (well, most likely meandered) to the Fat Bear Championship during Fat Bear Week 2022. The hotly contested title was declared at the end of Fat Bear Week, October 5-11.  Courtesy of:  https://explore.org/fat-bear-week Over 90,000 students, teachers, and bear-fanatics participated in Fat Bear week 2022. The Fat Bear Week fans completed brackets and daily surveys to vote on which selected … Continue reading Fat Bear Week 2022 Crowns Champion

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Arts and Entertainment, School Community

Bellbrook welcomes local artist as a new art teacher

by Ten Bottemiller Mrs. Shannon Parsons started working as an art teacher at Bellbrook High School this year. She teaches several art classes, including Drawing and Painting, Arts and Crafts, Art 1, and Art 2. “I taught printmaking for two years at Stivers School for the Arts and 7th Grade Art for three years at Middletown Middle School,” Parsons said. “I came to Bellbrook because … Continue reading Bellbrook welcomes local artist as a new art teacher

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School Community, Sports

Bellbrook Varsity Football proves relentless

by Juliana Packard Bellbrook varsity football is on a hot streak this season. The streak started when Bellbrook won the game against Miamisburg 24 to 13. Since that game, Bellbrook football has not lost a single game including a close win against Monroe 10 to 7 on October 14. The boys on the team are “unstoppable” to fans.  Senior Sam Barhorst is ranked number three … Continue reading Bellbrook Varsity Football proves relentless

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School Community

Pumpkin Auction tradition continues at Bell Creek Intermediate

By Claire Webster This year the Pumpkin Auction raised about $13,000 for the Special Wish Dayton. Now a family can do something that they always wanted to do, thanks to the creativity of fifth grade students.  The Pumpkin Auction is where fifth grade students at Bell Creek Intermediate School decorate pumpkins each year pumpkins to raise money for A Special Wish Foundation of Dayton. “This … Continue reading Pumpkin Auction tradition continues at Bell Creek Intermediate

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School Community

Halloween festivals return to Bellbrook

By Grace Krane Thursday, September 22 marked the first day of Fall, and spooky festivities are quickly following. As COVID-19 precautions lighten in Bellbrook, many Halloween events are returning to the district.  The Bellbrook-Sugarcreek Halloween in the Park is back for the first time since 2019. The family-friendly event is Saturday, October 15 from 3pm – 6pm. Halloween in the Park is run by the … Continue reading Halloween festivals return to Bellbrook

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School Community, Sports

Mandy Woll gets athletes back in the game

By Reese McBride Most Bellbrook athletes are familiar with our athletic trainer. Maybe you see her to get taped up before Friday Night Lights or iced after a hard volleyball game. Maybe you came to her busy room for a concussion test, or just to say hello. No matter what the reason is, Mandy Woll is sure to listen and help you to the best … Continue reading Mandy Woll gets athletes back in the game

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