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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
TikTok is one of the leading social media platforms worldwide, amassing one billion users. 27% of users are ages 13-17 and 63% are adults. Used with permission/IconScout.
Could the TikTok Ban be beneficial?
April 24, 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 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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Morgan Wallen has performed his songs all over the world during tours. Earlier this year, he began his One thing at a time tour and will continue to sing in national and international venues.

[Photo] “One Thing at a Time” enters the Country music world

Ava Bell, Reporter
May 22, 2023
Microplastics are hard to find to the bare eye, but are still constantly present in bodies of water like the Great Lakes.

[Photo] Microplastics in the Great Lakes: A danger to marine life and public health

Gabi Shainoff and Renna Eimer
May 20, 2023
Valravn is a Bolliger & Mabillard dive rollercoaster which opened to the public in 2016. Cedar Point is adding a new roller coaster, along with new eating options ahead of the 2023 season.

[Photo] New entertainment at Cedar Point for 2023 Season

Roman Sawicki, Reporter
May 20, 2023
Wind turbines are one of the most popular source of renewable energy.

[Photo] Global plans to become fully sufficient on renewable energy sources by 2050

Gabi Shainoff, Reporter
May 20, 2023
English is required each year of high school for HHS students to graduate.

[Photo] HHS English teachers on the English curriculum

Ana Berrios, Editor-in-Chief
May 20, 2023
The well awaited second season of Shadow and Bone was released on Netflix March 16th.

[Photo] Shadow and Bone Season 2: An emotional journey

Mia Dezelic, Webmaster
May 20, 2023
The toxic plume rises above the city of East Palestine, Ohio from the burn off of the toxic chemicals that spilled after the train derailment.

[Photo] Environmental disaster in Ohio

Nash Trattner, Sports Editor
March 15, 2023
As of March 2023, at least 16 million Ukrainian refugees have been displaced. More than 8 million refugees that fled Ukraine traveled elsewhere in Europe. The other 8 million are displaced within the country.

[Photo] Millions of Ukrainian refugees displaced by war

Ava Tallat-Kelpsa, Entertainment Editor
March 15, 2023
Barbara Walters was one of the first females in broadcast journalism, breaking barriers paving the way for future generations in a once male heavy industry.

[Photo] The Legacy of journalism pioneer Barbara Walters

Mia Dezelic, Webmaster
March 15, 2023
A collection of flowers from community members begins to form in front of Star Ballroom Dance Studio.

[Photo] A Lunar New Year tragedy: Eleven dead in Monterey Park Shooting

Mia Dezelic, Webmaster
March 2, 2023
Products targeted at women often carry higher price tags than items that perform the same targeted towards men.

[Photo] Enough of the “Pink Tax”

Ava Kuss, Reporter
January 27, 2023
Homework is a part of our curriculum that can, and should, be removed. Something that gives students more harm than good shouldn’t be a puzzle piece to the complex school system. 

[Photo] Homework isn’t really that helpful

Ava Fontana, Reporter
January 27, 2023
One important way to destress on vacation is taking hikes. This hike in Canada is one of many breathtaking options.

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[Photo] Kanye (Ye) West loses silenced over anti-semitic comments

Connor Beasley, Reporter
November 2, 2022
The USA Women’s Soccer team after winning the FIFA World Cup in 2019. Our womens team has dominated the world of international soccer for years, thanks to the youth development for young players.

[Photo] We need more focus on youth soccer

Elijah Gonzalez, Reporter
September 27, 2022
The war that the Russian totalitarian regime started against Ukraine last February 29 is more a new cold war for control over Europe than a conventional war, with armed soldiers and tanks. 

[Photo] Vladimir Putin has already won, as Europe depends on Russia

Yago Rodriguez, Reporter
September 26, 2022
Queen Elizabeth II, England’s sixth queen, died on September 8th at the age of 96. The Queen presumably passed away during the afternoon on the 8th of natural causes. She was the longest English monarch to reign and the second longest reigning monarch in the world, behind King Louis XIV of France.

[Photo] Queen Elizabeth II dies at 96

Charlie Herman, Editor-in-Chief
September 21, 2022
On August 30, Starbucks unveiled its long-awaited fall menu. The beverage menu includes the classic Pumpkin Spice Latte, the Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew and the Apple Crisp Oatmilk Macchiato returned after its debut last fall.

[Photo] Starbucks: Fall collection review

Arianna Zapp, Reporter
September 19, 2022
Van Life allows you to live simply while surrounding yourself in the comfort of the outdoors.

[Photo] Vanlife: The best way to live simply

Molly McInerney, Reporter
September 9, 2022
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