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Members of Hudson student government dressed up tropical for 2025 homecoming spirit week. This organization puts in work daily, planning all school spirit weeks and more.
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The cherry blossoms line the tidal basin right by the Jefferson Memorial in early spring. This area is an amazing site to check out, but it might be a little busy.
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Capturing two trays worth of 7 Brew Coffee drinks. These drinks are their featured Banana Bread Matcha and peach fizzes.
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All three members of Bridge Band, seniors Ben Pinkerton, Greer Miller and Jillian Ellison, at an early practice.
Bridge Band: Two guitars and a microphone
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A room tile in Mrs. Conroy's classroom that was made by her 2022 H2BE AM class. The tiles in her room are from each class and are normally an inside joke.
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A man races to the top of the steps in hopes to reach the golden cup representing success.
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A visual reminder of the conversation between the conscious head and the subconscious mind, highlighting how unseen thoughts influence our behaviors and decisions everyday.
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Capturing the stadium at The University of Cincinnati. This took place before the Big Noon Kickoff event that was hosted at Cincinnati.
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A firework display took place downtown Hudson on December 6, 2025. This winter firework display happens annually downtown Hudson, typically the first weekend in December.
Mental health decline in winter months and how to prevent it in Hudson
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The new season of XO, Kitty aired on Netflix recently and has already topped as number one. The show is a fan favorite and is enjoyed by many people.
XO, Kitty takes Center Stage on Netflix
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Highway 61 Revisited, Aug. 30. 1965.
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Students pose for a picture outside the Alpha Phi sorority house on a sunny day to celebrate the last day of recruitment.
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A college freshman smiles for the camera as she poses in her newly decorated dorm room.
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26 songs for the class of 2026
26 songs for the class of 2026
May 5, 2026
The 2025-26 Cleveland Crunch team roster. The team features talented players from all across the Cleveland area.
Cleveland Crunch Men’s Soccer Team
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Liu’s hair is one of her defining features that she loves to use to express her creativity in the performance space.
Nontraditional athletics are evolving in society
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Lionel Messi holds up the World Cup trophy with his team after winning the final. Argentina won the 2022 World Cup over France in penalty kicks.
Past World Cups and 2026 World Cup
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The Cleveland Cavaliers display their diverse roster this season. The Cavaliers have an abundance of returning players as well as new ones to add to the mix.
How far will the Cavaliers take Cleveland this season?
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Chase Dennison at his baseball game at the Hudson High School stadium during his 2024 season.
Athletes Committed: Chase Dennison
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VIDEO: Senior Lacrosse Captains on their athletic journey
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Class of 2024 College Map
Class of 2024 College Map
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VIDEO: Frank D. Alexander positively influencing HHS as a substitute teacher
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VIDEO: An Inside look at Sociology's "Fun Friday"
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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.
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26 songs for the class of 2026

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Ava Bell, Sports Editor • May 5, 2026
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  1. Good Old Days(feat. Kesha) by Macklemore
  2. These Days(feat. Jess Glynne, Macklemore and Dan Caplen) by Rudimental
  3. Good Riddance(Time of Your Life) by Green Day
  4. Kids by MGMT
  5. You’ll Always Find Your Way Back Home by Hannah Montana
  6. Rivers and Roads by The Head and Heart
  7. Ribs by Lorde
  8. Slipping Through My Fingers- From ‘Mamma Mia!’ Original Motion Picture Soundtrack by Meryl Streep, Amanda Seyfried
  9. You’re Gonna Go Far by Noah Kahan
  10. Landslide by Fleetwood Mac
  11. Where’d All the Time Go? by Dr. Dog
  12. Night Changes by One Direction
  13. Tongue Tied by GROUPLOVE
  14. The Thrill by Wiz Khalifa, Empire Of The Sun
  15. Young Dumb & Broke by Khalid
  16. I Lived by OneRepublic
  17. We Are Young(feat. Janelle Monae) by fun.
  18. Story of My Life by One Direction
  19. 8TEEN by Khalid
  20. Congratulations by Post Malone, Quavo
  21. The Nights by Avicii
  22. Sign of the Times by Harry Styles
  23. You’re On Your Own, Kid by Taylor Swift
  24. Champagne Supernova by Oasis
  25. When We Were Young by Adele
  26. Everybody Wants to Rule The World by Tears For Fears

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Ava Bell, Sports Editor
Ava Bell is entering her third year working for The Explorer as she is currently a senior at Hudson High School. Along with writing for The Explorer, Ava spends most of her time playing soccer. She currently is on the varsity girls soccer team at Hudson and also plays for Ambassadors FC in off seasons. Along with soccer Ava enjoys all things sports, listening to music, lifting, hanging out with her friends and spending time with family. Ava has lived in Hudson for over 15 years and she lives with her mom, dad, dog and cat. This year Ava is planning on writing lots of sports articles, along with music and local happenings.
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