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Boys cross country team competes in state tournament

Harper Reinhard November 17, 2023

Senior Solly McDow races to the finish line at the state cross country meet Nov. 4. (Photo by Emily Gunther) The boys cross country team competed in states Nov. 4, placing ninth out of 20 teams.  Junior...

District condemns hatred amid antisemitism concerns

Bexley Staff November 14, 2023

By Livi Tuber and Chelsea Wasserstrom / News and Sports Editors The district responded to community concerns about safety and well-being via its website Oct. 16 after many Bexley residents were victims...

Bexley’s viral sensations: students, faculty participate in trends, show off talents

Bexley Staff November 13, 2023

Senior Zoey Maynard Senior Zoey Maynard first went viral in 2018 on Musical.ly.  Her collection of viral videos range from her lip syncing to a Jimmy Fallon skit to reacting to a girl dropping...

Senior co-captains Olivia Ramsden and Remy Schottenstein hold Leo the Lion on the tennis court for good luck. (Photo by Livi Tuber)

Athletes, coaches believe superstitions help lead their teams to victory

Zach Topolosky November 13, 2023

Senior co-captains Olivia Ramsden and Remy Schottenstein hold Leo the Lion on the tennis court for good luck. (Photo by Livi Tuber) No matter the sport, many athletes and coaches are willing to do...

Senior Ethan Nguyen carries the ball down the field in the boys soccer second round matchup against Buckeye Valley High School Oct. 28.

Boys soccer team falls in fourth round of tournament play

Henry Elmore November 13, 2023

Senior Ethan Nguyen carries the ball down the field in the boys soccer second round matchup against Buckeye Valley High School Oct. 28. The boys soccer team lost 1-0 to Bishop Watterson High School...

November Athletes of the Month

Bella McMaster November 10, 2023

Senior Isabel Niermeyer girls varsity soccer Isabel Niermeyer (Photo by Bella McMaster) Q: How many years have you played your sport?  A: I have been playing soccer since I was 5, so...

Sophomore Amiya Bowles prepares to hit a serve at the state tennis championship Oct. 20. (Photo courtesy of Mike Nolan)

Amiya Bowles wins consecutive state championships

Amelia Talbott November 10, 2023

Sophomore Amiya Bowles prepares to hit a serve at the state tennis championship Oct. 20. (Photo courtesy of Mike Nolan) Sophomore Amiya Bowles won her second girls tennis state title Friday, Oct. 20...

Maria Cantrell (Photo by Ruthie Gravelle)

Maria Cantrell marches into world of protest

Ruthie Gravelle, Staff Reporter November 10, 2023

Maria Cantrell (Photo by Ruthie Gravelle) In the midst of the controversy surrounding Roe v. Wade, protests took place across the United States and Ohio, and senior Maria Cantrell was an avid...

Lily Howes (Photo by Lulu Stark)

Lily Howes gets involved in politics, improves voting awareness with organization involvement

Lulu Stark November 10, 2023

While some high school students may feel as though they are too young to be active in government policies, one student is already on her way to change the world.  Sophomore Lily Howes said she...

Natalie Winland

Natalie Winland puts foot forward for young minority women in STEM

Sophia Nascimento November 10, 2023

Students at the high school often take STEM programs for granted. In some areas, however, these programs are less available, particularly for young women.  To combat this, senior Natalie Winland...

Bursting the bubble: students balance life in and out of Bexley

Annabelle Mugler November 10, 2023

Grabbing a bite after school at Chipotle or running for a late-night treat at Graeter’s with friends may seem convenient for most students, but for those who don’t live in Bexley full-time, it may...

Seniors showcase talents in performing arts outside of school

Ethan Solomon November 10, 2023

Senior Alex Dutton works the crowd as he performs a stand-up comedy set at Shadowbox Live Theater Company Oct. 20. (Photo by Ethan Solomon) While most students focus on homework and studying for tests...

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