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Jason Dement is a friend to all at Hudson High School. He plans to continue his education at Emory University in Atlanta, GA.
The Man, the myth, the legend: Jason Dement and his next steps towards stardom
April 23, 2024
Senior Derek Huminsky is struggling to find motivation in his academic endeavors. The final stretch of his senior year has proved to be stressful, knowing the end is near.
Overcoming senioritis: Ways to relight the motivational flame
April 10, 2024
Subduction of the Juan de Fuca Plate results in the formation of the Coastal Ranges and Cascade Volcanoes, as well as a variety of earthquakes, in the Pacific Northwest. Olympic and Mt. Rainier national parks showcase the contrasting landscapes of the two parallel mountain ranges.
The Cascadia Megaquake could be closer than we think
April 10, 2024
A swarm of visitors lined up to summit Half Dome in Yosemite National Park.
Our overpopulated national parks
April 10, 2024
Senior Sophia Zirneskie reads a book that she just checked out in Hudson High School’s Media Center. It’s very common to find Gen Z students like Zirneskie reading not only in their local library but everywhere.
Gen Z reading trends aren’t what they may seem
April 8, 2024
In-N-Out Burger is one of the most popular and highest revenue restaurant chains of the West Coast. However, many Americans want In-N-Out to expand their restaurant chain to the Central and Eastern parts of the United States. Used with permission/Nation’s Restaurant News.
In-N-Out should expand their restaurant chain to Ohio
April 23, 2024
Senior Jason Dement outside the GOLF store, a store that sells designer street clothes. With designer brands having a primarily high price point, buying clothes from thrift stores can be the perfect way to find affordable clothes that look just as good as designer brands. Used with permission/Kai Kurokawa.
Thrifting: The Better alternative to fast fashion
April 22, 2024
A drawing depicting the bias in school dress codes. They are incredibly strict, and often target the dress of young women.
Targets on our backs: How school dress codes unfairly objectify girls
February 27, 2024
The snow machines work hard to produce enough powder for local skiers to head down the hills at Boston Mills. Since Vail Resorts purchased Boston Mills in 2019, prices have soared, making this once quaint ski area too much for locals to enjoy.
Boston Mills: The ski hill scam
January 30, 2024
A Hudson Fire Department fire truck parades around the Stow area to celebrate a national holiday. Used with permission/Flickr/Ramond Wambsgans.
Hudson’s Volunteer Fire Department needs to change
January 27, 2024
A view from Drake and J. Cole’s concert at Rocket Mortgage Field House in Cleveland. The 360 stage used for the concert featured different designs and many props were used for the performance. Used with permission/Kai Kurokawa.
Drake and J.Cole take to Cleveland
April 9, 2024
The Apple Vision Pro on display at the Apple store. Inside every Apple Vision Pro are two chips, an M2 chip, the same chip inside of the newest model of iMac – responsible for performance speeds as well as the new R1 chip responsible for reducing input delay and refresh rate. On the Apple website, the R1 chip is claimed to have a “12-millisecond photon-to-photon latency.” Used with permission/Kai Kurokawa.
Virtual Reality meets reality
April 9, 2024
One of the most known cenotes of Cancún, Cenote Azul is a very picturesque place to swim in the sun. The vivid blue waters and luscious greenery add to the Cancún’s striking nature sceneries. Used with permission/Pickpic.
Spring Break Hot Spots
February 27, 2024
The new version of Mean Girls hit theaters on Jan. 12, but the reception was not as positive as the producers may have hoped. Used with permission/Paramount Pictures.
Mean Girls: Broadway hit to box office miss?
January 30, 2024
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?
January 24, 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
Matson and her Tar Heels cheering after their victory against Northwestern University in the National Championship game. Used with permission/Getty Images.
The story of the youngest coach in the NCAA
January 10, 2024
VIDEO: An Inside look at Sociologys 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
The Most wonderful time of year in NYC
The Most wonderful time of year in NYC
January 12, 2024
Boys Cross Country attend meet in Wooster
Boys Cross Country attend meet in Wooster
December 11, 2023
Abbey moves out from the wooded area into a more open field. Since it is a sunnier day out, she sits under the shady part of the tree to cool down. She then continues to chew on the stick that she found in the forest.
Abbey’s autumn day
November 10, 2023
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VIDEO: An Inside look at Sociologys Fun Friday
VIDEO: An Inside look at Sociology's "Fun Friday"
Renna Eimer, Copy Editor • February 26, 2024

In Hudson High School’s Sociology course, Marc Zustin not only teaches culture, social ills and deviance to his students, but he also incorporates...

Entertainment
A view from Drake and J. Cole’s concert at Rocket Mortgage Field House in Cleveland. The 360 stage used for the concert featured different designs and many props were used for the performance. Used with permission/Kai Kurokawa.
Drake and J.Cole take to Cleveland
Ava Bell, Copy Editor • April 9, 2024

On Monday, November 3rd, Drake announced he would be going on tour once again, once his It’s All a Blur Tour finished. This tour would be performed...

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Feature
Jason Dement is a friend to all at Hudson High School. He plans to continue his education at Emory University in Atlanta, GA.
The Man, the myth, the legend: Jason Dement and his next steps towards stardom
Kai Kurokawa, Reporter • April 23, 2024

The man. The myth. The legend. Described by most as an outgoing leader— someone always ready to make an impact. A stellar model student; he also appears in almost every school...

Senior Derek Huminsky is struggling to find motivation in his academic endeavors. The final stretch of his senior year has proved to be stressful, knowing the end is near.
Overcoming senioritis: Ways to relight the motivational flame
Gavin Mertes, Reporter • April 10, 2024
Subduction of the Juan de Fuca Plate results in the formation of the Coastal Ranges and Cascade Volcanoes, as well as a variety of earthquakes, in the Pacific Northwest. Olympic and Mt. Rainier national parks showcase the contrasting landscapes of the two parallel mountain ranges.
The Cascadia Megaquake could be closer than we think
Sean Delagrange, Reporter • April 10, 2024
A swarm of visitors lined up to summit Half Dome in Yosemite National Park.
Our overpopulated national parks
Vienne Bateman, Reporter • April 10, 2024
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Opinion
In-N-Out Burger is one of the most popular and highest revenue restaurant chains of the West Coast. However, many Americans want In-N-Out to expand their restaurant chain to the Central and Eastern parts of the United States. Used with permission/Nation’s Restaurant News.
In-N-Out should expand their restaurant chain to Ohio
Renna Eimer, Copy Editor • April 23, 2024

In-N-Out Burger is one of the most popular and highest revenue restaurant chains...

Sports
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...

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
Emily Stevens, Reporter • April 7, 2024

For many teenagers, athletics is a cornerstone of the high school experience. Equality in sports is an issue that has been present for quite...

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