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The Hudson Girls Varsity Volleyball team is playing volleyball with the Laurel Lake Retirement Community. These girls hope to have a great season with many wins ahead.
Hudson girls volleyball comes out strong
September 11, 2025
As of January 2026, a new phone policy is suspected to enter high schools all around Ohio.
Updated phone policy
September 9, 2025
This picture shows the view near a college residential hall. In particular, the Nosker House. The Greenery and surrounding area is filled with students and school spirit when school comes in session.
The Ohio State University vs. Miami University of Ohio
September 9, 2025
Lisa Tomins and Michelle Brown are best friends and spend their days managing the students of HHS. Thank you Mrs Tomins and Brown!
The Driving forces behind Hudson High School’s success
September 8, 2025
This photo was Podcast Club’s first post on Instagram. The club plans to have its meeting this year during explorer periods.
Activities with Ava: Boathouse Broadcast (Podcast) Club
September 5, 2025
The Apple TV original Severance centers on a fictional procedure that separates a person's work memories from their personal ones. While it's presented as fiction, some might view it as a potential solution to their overworked lives.
Beyond the screen: Severance and the crisis of work-life balance in America
February 18, 2025
Underrated states to visit: Missouri
December 9, 2024
Hudson High School’s pass privileges
November 15, 2024
As the schedule of the high school student continues to fill up with work, social activities, college prep and more, the debate on whether or not homework is really necessary continues to linger.
The Never-ending homework debate
September 17, 2024
Opinions on Swift differ across the board - but what cannot be disputed is her ability to build a global brand.
Taylor Swift is smarter than you think
September 17, 2024
Gabby Petito sits above her boyfriend, Brian Laundrie in their van. Petito was later known to be murdered by Laundrie and her corpse was left in the Grand Teton National Park. Still today her family struggles with the loss of their daughter.
Top 5 documentaries to check out on Netflix
September 8, 2025
George Harrison - “All Things Must Pass”
George Harrison – “All Things Must Pass”
September 8, 2025
The Apple TV original Severance centers on a fictional procedure that separates a person's work memories from their personal ones. While it's presented as fiction, some might view it as a potential solution to their overworked lives.
Beyond the screen: Severance and the crisis of work-life balance in America
February 18, 2025
Winter movie recommendations
January 16, 2025
Several of the major nominees at the 2025 Grammys. From left to right is Kendrick Lamar, Sabrina Carpenter, Beyoncé, Post Malone, Taylor Swift, Chappell Roan, Billie Eilish, Shaboozey, and Ariana Grande.
Grammy Nominations: Surprises, snubs and predictions
December 9, 2024
The 2017-2018 UCF football team. This is following their victory over Auburn in the Peach Bowl to secure their perfect undefeated season.
Is the New College Football Playoff 12-team Format an Improvement?
September 17, 2024
Hopscotch Mafia poses for a picture post-game. The Mafia won 10-2 in a heated game against Field-Porter. Used with permission/Hopscotch Mafia.
Hopscotch Mafia is playing to win
April 9, 2024
The Hudson varsity girls’ basketball team clapping and supporting their team during a game against the Painesville Beavers. The team are each other’s strongest supporters, always there to encourage fellow players to victory. Used with permission/Ken Klemencic.
The Differences between girls and boys sports
April 7, 2024
Sharife Cooper protects the ball during the third quarter. Although he was sidelined for most of the game due to an injury he sustained in the first quarter, he was still able to contribute six points to the team.
The Cleveland Charge: Why the G League deserves more recognition
January 23, 2024
What Hudson Athletes do during their off-season
What Hudson Athletes do during their off-season
January 15, 2024
VIDEO: Senior Lacrosse Captains on their athletic journey
VIDEO: Senior Lacrosse Captains on their athletic journey
May 14, 2024
Class of 2024 College Map
Class of 2024 College Map
May 13, 2024
VIDEO: Frank D. Alexander positively influencing HHS as a substitute teacher
VIDEO: Frank D. Alexander positively influencing HHS as a substitute teacher
May 1, 2024
VIDEO: An Inside look at Sociology's "Fun Friday"
VIDEO: An Inside look at Sociology’s “Fun Friday”
February 26, 2024
One of the most beloved drinks on the menu is the Mango and Passionfruit Tea with Strawberry Popping Pearls. This aesthetic drink is an extremely popular choice and has a perfect blend of fruity flavors.
Downtown Hudson’s best snack stops
January 25, 2024
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VIDEO: Senior Lacrosse Captains on their athletic journey
VIDEO: Senior Lacrosse Captains on their athletic journey
Renna Eimer, Copy Editor • May 14, 2024

Lacrosse is a popular sport to watch and be a part of at Hudson High School. This year, the Hudson Boys Varsity team had an amazing class of...

Entertainment
Gabby Petito sits above her boyfriend, Brian Laundrie in their van. Petito was later known to be murdered by Laundrie and her corpse was left in the Grand Teton National Park. Still today her family struggles with the loss of their daughter.
Top 5 documentaries to check out on Netflix
Sylvia Dressler, Webmaster • September 8, 2025

Bad Influence: The Dark Side of Kidfluencing This documentary gives the truth behind something that has become way too popular within our...

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Every Tuesday before Thanksgiving at the Middle School, students can have traditional Thanksgiving foods for lunch. This is one of Hudson's only days where the cafeteria food is good.

Cafeteria food in the USA is the worst possible lunch • 105 Views

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On Dec. 19, 2023, after almost six years since the last major update, the long-awaited “Geometry Dash” update 2.2 was finally released. The update added a whole slew of new features, from a new official level, a new gamemode, new editor features and over 600 new unlockables for players to use.

Geometry Dash 2.2: Was it worth the wait? • 18 Views

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The Hudson Girls Varsity Volleyball team is playing volleyball with the Laurel Lake Retirement Community. These girls hope to have a great season with many wins ahead.

Hudson girls volleyball comes out strong • 14 Views

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This picture shows the view near a college residential hall. In particular, the Nosker House. The Greenery and surrounding area is filled with students and school spirit when school comes in session.

The Ohio State University vs. Miami University of Ohio • 14 Views

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The album cover for The College Dropout, the album that “Through the Wire'' is on. This album was released on February 10, 2004. Used with permission/Def Jam Recordings and Roc-A-Fella Records.

“Through the Wire” is Kanye West’s most unforgettable forgotten song • 13 Views

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The Hudson Girls Varsity Volleyball team is playing volleyball with the Laurel Lake Retirement Community. These girls hope to have a great season with many wins ahead.
Hudson girls volleyball comes out strong
Addie Zulandt, Team Builder • September 11, 2025

Hudson sports overall have gained a reputation: other teams don't want to play us. Certain teams will make it their main goal to beat Hudson because of their strong work ethic...

As of January 2026, a new phone policy is suspected to enter high schools all around Ohio.
Updated phone policy
Keira Sweeney, Social Media Manager • September 9, 2025
This picture shows the view near a college residential hall. In particular, the Nosker House. The Greenery and surrounding area is filled with students and school spirit when school comes in session.
The Ohio State University vs. Miami University of Ohio
Ellie Firzlaff, Social Media Manager • September 9, 2025
Lisa Tomins and Michelle Brown are best friends and spend their days managing the students of HHS. Thank you Mrs Tomins and Brown!
The Driving forces behind Hudson High School’s success
Molly McInerney, Editor-in-Chief • September 8, 2025
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Opinion
The Apple TV original Severance centers on a fictional procedure that separates a person's work memories from their personal ones. While it's presented as fiction, some might view it as a potential solution to their overworked lives.
Beyond the screen: Severance and the crisis of work-life balance in America
Rachel Senderoff, Reporter • February 18, 2025

The Apple TV original Severance revolves around Mark Scout, a middle-aged man...

Sports
The 2017-2018 UCF football team. This is following their victory over Auburn in the Peach Bowl to secure their perfect undefeated season.
Is the New College Football Playoff 12-team Format an Improvement?
Luke Ream, Reporter • September 17, 2024

This year, the NCAA introduced a new playoff format following years of backlash from fans and players alike for only having four teams make it...

Hopscotch Mafia poses for a picture post-game. The Mafia won 10-2 in a heated game against Field-Porter. Used with permission/Hopscotch Mafia.
Hopscotch Mafia is playing to win
Gavin Mertes, Reporter • April 9, 2024

NC Soccer Club is Hudson’s only indoor soccer facility, making it a mecca for soccer players in the wintertime. The Indoor High School Boys...

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