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Legally Blonde: The Musical takes the stage in Sydney in 2012.
Let’s be “Serious:” Is the movie really “What You Want?”
October 8, 2025
Sophomore Emma Liu was named the Akron-Canton Player of the Year for her outstanding athletic accomplishments, including winning the Suburban League Conference first singles title, competing in the state tournament as a freshman and capturing the Division I sectional championship in the postseason.
Hudson’s Emma Liu serves up success as the varsity team’s top player
October 8, 2025
On TikTok, the “main character energy” trend encourages users to film everyday moments as cinematic highlights. What many don't realize is that this trend does exactly the opposite of what claims - we aren't exposed to the real life of the average person - only a highlight reel.
When life becomes a highlight reel
October 8, 2025
Sparkle Cheer huddles together for a final “hands in” after the Sept. 12 football game against Solon, celebrating with high energy and big smiles following the team’s big win.
When everyone sparkles: The Story of Sparkle Cheer
October 8, 2025
2025 graduating senior Alaina Walker dances on the HHS field for the last time on senior night Oct. 18 2024 alongside her band dance teammates.
Get ready to honor the class of 2026 on Senior Night
September 29, 2025
While cell phones may initially be seen as a distraction, their integration into our daily lives is unavoidable. To keep with the times, phones should remain in schools.
Cell phones belong in schools
October 8, 2025
In the wake of a shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in Minnesota, citizens express outrage concerning gun violence in the United States.
School shootings are a problem, so why haven’t they been stopped?
September 29, 2025
A landscape from Ohio University in the summer months. OU is known for its beautiful nature scenes.
It’s time to be a Bobcat
September 25, 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
The “King” from viral game Clash Royale appears to be posing. The King is the main character in the game and defends attacks on his center tower.
Clash Royale takes over Hudson
September 29, 2025
The Addams family photo with “Wednesday” cast. The show is a spin-off of the movie “The Addams Family”, however this show features Wednesday Addams and her life at her school, Nevermore.
Season two of Wednesday shocks audiences with new developments
September 22, 2025
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
Sophomore Emma Liu was named the Akron-Canton Player of the Year for her outstanding athletic accomplishments, including winning the Suburban League Conference first singles title, competing in the state tournament as a freshman and capturing the Division I sectional championship in the postseason.
Hudson’s Emma Liu serves up success as the varsity team’s top player
October 8, 2025
Sparkle Cheer huddles together for a final “hands in” after the Sept. 12 football game against Solon, celebrating with high energy and big smiles following the team’s big win.
When everyone sparkles: The Story of Sparkle Cheer
October 8, 2025
Capturing the opening flag celebration from the prior national champions, Ohio State Buckeyes. This was taking place at the Ohio State Stadium, The Shoe.
Explorer Football predicts NCAA football seasons
September 29, 2025
San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey heads for the end zone to score a touchdown after catching the ball.
Fantasy Football 2025: Who’s worth the first pick?
September 29, 2025
Number 11 Maya Lake live and in action kicking the soccer ball at Memorial Field during a game against Brecksville.
Athletes Committed: Maya Lake’s Journey to committing to play D1 Soccer at Wofford College
September 26, 2025
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
The “King” from viral game Clash Royale appears to be posing. The King is the main character in the game and defends attacks on his center tower.
Clash Royale takes over Hudson
Ava Bell, Sports Editor • September 29, 2025

Each year, new trends and “fads” take over Hudson High School. Typically, each year a new or old mobile game will arise and also follows...

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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 • 102 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 • 31 Views

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A portrait of Hudson sports photographer Ken Klemencic. Klemencic uses his talent of photography to give back to his community daily.

The Man behind the camera: Ken Klemencic • 16 Views

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Book bans cause more harm than those banning them realize.

Book banning does more harm than good • 13 Views

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Swimming has. been known to be one of the more time consuming and competitive sports at Hudson High School.

The Impact of high school sports on your mental health • 12 Views

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Legally Blonde: The Musical takes the stage in Sydney in 2012.
Let’s be “Serious:” Is the movie really “What You Want?”
Olivia Moore, Reporter • October 8, 2025

There are a myriad of popular movies that were made into musicals, and vice versa. With hits from Into the Woods and The Rocky Horror Picture Show to Death Becomes Her and Heathers:...

Sophomore Emma Liu was named the Akron-Canton Player of the Year for her outstanding athletic accomplishments, including winning the Suburban League Conference first singles title, competing in the state tournament as a freshman and capturing the Division I sectional championship in the postseason.
Hudson’s Emma Liu serves up success as the varsity team’s top player
Chloe Kaliney, Reporter • October 8, 2025
On TikTok, the “main character energy” trend encourages users to film everyday moments as cinematic highlights. What many don't realize is that this trend does exactly the opposite of what claims - we aren't exposed to the real life of the average person - only a highlight reel.
When life becomes a highlight reel
Sophie Friedman, Reporter • October 8, 2025
Sparkle Cheer huddles together for a final “hands in” after the Sept. 12 football game against Solon, celebrating with high energy and big smiles following the team’s big win.
When everyone sparkles: The Story of Sparkle Cheer
Sammie Bielecki, Reporter • October 8, 2025
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While cell phones may initially be seen as a distraction, their integration into our daily lives is unavoidable. To keep with the times, phones should remain in schools.
Cell phones belong in schools
Chloe Kaliney, Reporter • October 8, 2025

Have you ever sat beside someone in class who was drumming their pencil on the...

Sports
Sophomore Emma Liu was named the Akron-Canton Player of the Year for her outstanding athletic accomplishments, including winning the Suburban League Conference first singles title, competing in the state tournament as a freshman and capturing the Division I sectional championship in the postseason.
Hudson’s Emma Liu serves up success as the varsity team’s top player
Chloe Kaliney, Reporter • October 8, 2025

Former No. 1 ranked men’s singles tennis player Roger Federer once said, “‘Effortless’ is a myth.” When you think about it, it seems...

Sparkle Cheer huddles together for a final “hands in” after the Sept. 12 football game against Solon, celebrating with high energy and big smiles following the team’s big win.
When everyone sparkles: The Story of Sparkle Cheer
Sammie Bielecki, Reporter • October 8, 2025

Hudson High School’s varsity cheerleading team brings up the crowd’s energy every Friday night at football games. But the best part of the...

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