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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

Mia Niemocienski, Copy Editor September 29, 2025

On Friday Oct. 17, the Hudson High School (HHS) stadium lights will glow a little brighter as the community gathers to celebrate Senior Night, a tradition that honors the dedication and accomplishments...

The cheer team taking on stunting for the white out homecoming game versus Solon High School. Taking place at Hudson High School on September 12th.

HHS cheerleading: Taking the next step

Ellie Firzlaff, Social Media Manager September 26, 2025

Hudson High School’s cheerleading team has taken several steps this year to reach its full potential. The program combined junior varsity and varsity into one squad, attended a summer camp and added...

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

Ava Bell, Sports Editor September 25, 2025

From state championship wins to Suburban League losses, one man captures it all. For the past eighteen years, soon to be Hudson Hall of Famer Ken Klemencic has been the man behind the camera at almost...

Downtown Hudson's clock tower is a huge part of Hudson. The clock tower has been here since 1912, bringing historical value to Hudson.

Downtown Hudson is not your typical town

Addie Zulandt, Team Builder September 23, 2025

Downtown Hudson is the part of our town that shows off its history while giving people enough to do. It is filled with amazing places to eat, shop and hang out. Filled with local boutiques, weekly events...

Senior trumpet soloists Magnolia Dryden and Isaac Albertson perform the national anthem during the Hudson High School Swing Marching Band's pre-game show before the football team takes on Solon.

Beyond the halftime show: Inside the world of the HHS Swing Marching Band

Mia Niemocienski, Copy Editor September 18, 2025

When the lights hit the field on a Friday night and the first note rings out, the halftime show looks effortless. Crisp uniforms, coordinated dance moves and bold brass melodies come together in a few...

Senior Libby Thomas and Joey Herman walk down center field during halftime of the Homecoming Football game.

Hudson’s homecoming court gets a makeover

Sara Ackerman and Molly McInerney September 18, 2025

Homecoming came early this year and with it came new additions to the court. The tradition at HHS has always just been a senior court, but this year all four classes were represented, along with the senior...

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 and resilience. The Hudson...

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

Widely recognized is work done by teachers, principals and counselors for the sake of our school, and for good reason; however, it's time to turn our attention to the under-recognized work that keeps Hudson...

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

Ava Bell, Sports Editor September 5, 2025

According to the US News and World Report on the 2025 Best High Schools, Hudson High School has earned a ranking of eleventh in Ohio and 396th nationwide. Apart from academics, Hudson was ranked so high...

Leah Gilanyi (20) is a student in Mr. Knapps class. To her left are juniors  Natalia Musone, Madeline Skrzysowski, Ella Gilanyi, and Jillian Ellison. They are sitting on the side of a scooter- soccer game, where they cheer on their classmates. Leah’s favorite part of fun Friday is talking to her friends.

Fun Friday: An Influential experience for all

Madeline Skrzysowski, Reporter April 17, 2025

If you are a student or teacher at Hudson High School, you have most likely heard about Fun Friday, which is an opportunity you get when you take Mr. Zustin’s Sociology class. Fun Friday is a heartwarming...

One of many of Annie Lawrence’s paintings, this one was specifically used for our fall play, Treasure Island. Lawrence states, ”I love painting and I hope to do more of it in college.”

Annie Lawrence: A Hero behind the curtain

Lillian Hockstra, Reporter April 17, 2025

  In the theater world, the actors are known to be the ones who shine on stage. Whether they are belting the last note of “Giants in the Sky” from Into the Woods, executing the complicated and challenging...

Libby is pictured at an event where she is selling her best sellers, dolce ce léché and salted caramel. She was very thankful for all the support people gave her at the event and all of her customers who have ever ordered from her. “My customer’s support is the best thing about this line of work.”

Balancing her books and her baking business

Lauren Brownley, Reporter April 17, 2025

Many high school students fill their days with countless activities, from sports and clubs to advanced classes and even part-time jobs. Their schedules are often packed, leaving little room for extra commitments....

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