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As it runs under a highway in north Solon, the Solon to Chagrin Falls Trail nears completion. The trail, which took nearly two years to construct, was a shared undertaking. "There’s been a very large amount of community involvement," said Chief Planning & Design Officer at Cleveland Metroparks Sean McDermott. "It makes for a better project."
Solon to Chagrin Falls Trail undergoes its “finishing touches”
October 30, 2025
TV production prepares to shoot a segment for Woof TV
TV production unveils new weekly show
October 30, 2025
Junior Mori Kovach drops a pair of socks into the Socktober bin in the school’s atrium. (Lorelei Jancha)
Socktober drive continues at RHS
October 30, 2025
Eliana Niese shapes hearts for the better
Eliana Niese shapes hearts for the better
October 28, 2025
The new restrictions introduced by the Pentagon have raised concerns among the public over journalistic freedom. Citizens have shared their concerns over the current relationship between the United States Government and independent journalists.
Journalists’ Pentagon walkout underlines concerns over freedom of the press
October 28, 2025
A student tracks the peaks of dips of price trends on his laptop.
Youth distinguish between investing and gambling
October 30, 2025
How do different elements of horror movies invoke fear in the viewers?
The psych behind the spook
October 30, 2025
Maryam creates a bouquet a customer ordered for homecoming. In her left hand, she holds baby's breath. Those who ordered a bouquet for homecoming picked up flowers from her house the morning of the dance.
In bloom
October 30, 2025
A candle and a yellow ribbon are pictured on a pale yellow background. The candle is a yahrzeit candle which is traditionally used by Jewish people to honor the memory of deceased loved ones on the anniversary of their death. The yellow ribbon serves as a commonly used symbol of hope for the return of the hostages captured on Oct. 7, 2023. "I do think that on Oct. 7, 2023 there was a lot of confusion, a lot of sadness, a lot of anger," Rabbi Calvin Dox DaCosta said. "How could this have happened? Why did it happen?"
‘Working on bridge building’: Two year anniversary of Oct. 7 prompts action, reflection
October 30, 2025
Years into his career, Nichols finds the deepest satisfaction not just in the content, but in seeing his students suddenly grasp a complex idea. He teaches not only history but also economics, which often provides the most visible breakthroughs. "I think, you know, when I'm trying to think of a specific memory, I have so many," Nichols said. "But in the classroom, it's the aha moments, right? Lots of times, because I teach economics as well, students suddenly realize and get a concept, and then they connect that to their personal life. I think that's really exciting for me."
Scott Nichols and defining ‘Home Sweet Home’
October 30, 2025
McIntosh's Parker Romo kicks way to Falcons after XFL detour
McIntosh’s Parker Romo kicks way to Falcons after XFL detour
October 30, 2025
Chloe Ramette Goes the Distance
Chloe Ramette Goes the Distance
October 30, 2025
Before his rodeo at the Washington County Fair, senior Finn Cronin kneels down and prays with his fellow riders. "I ask god for protection and then I will get up, put my helmet on, hop behind the chute, dance a little bit and get the wiggles out,” Cronin said.
More than just a rodeo
October 30, 2025
Brennan Wack with his fellow captains before the game.
Carrying a Family Tradition, Creating a Park Legacy
October 28, 2025
STANDING STRONG: Maddie Kerrigan (#49) goes all in, meeting her opponent in a head to head tackle. Determined she continues pushing with purpose, the ultimate goal being to knock the opposing player over.
Breaking stereotypes: Kerrigan dominates the field
October 28, 2025
Rougier and Bogus strike a choreographed pose after the main chorus of "Gnarly" by Katseye. The pose spotlights the facial expression Rougier makes.
A gnarly performance
October 30, 2025
Radha Biswas has played the piano for Carnegie Hall numerous times. In addition to the piano, she plays the oboe, percussion and the organ.
Radha Biswas: Playing a path to Carnegie
October 30, 2025
Students reading during one of the independent reading sessions at last year's Witching Hour event.
After “Witching Hour” read-a-thon event sells out in just three minutes, students take on reading challenges to get off the waitlist
October 28, 2025
One other benefit of joining the teacher steel drum band is the ability to interact with other teachers outside of their department. “I've been able to put some names to the faces and have conversations with people that I would have probably never really had a conversation with before,” Shannon Montiel said. “It's easy when you're doing something together to make new friendships.”
Steel-ing the spotlight
October 28, 2025
Katherine Nguyen and her NYO friends stand in front of the Beijing Performing Arts Center. “My favorite part of the tour was probably the second half of the tour, like Shanghai and Seoul, just because I got close to the people I was with,” Nguyen said.
Strung for Greatness
October 28, 2025
Teens suffer both physically and mentally from abnormal natural disasters caused climate change. The affliction puts immense pressure on their mental health, which often develops into climate anxiety.
Cynical news and lack of education put teens at risk of climate anxiety
October 30, 2025
At the surface level, this was blunt racism, pushing past those thin layers, there was a hidden underlying issue: cultural erasure — the suppression of a cultural group’s heritage driven by dominant cultures through neglect. 
Cultural erasure: how my school forgot my identity
October 28, 2025
Every student in MCPS should learn about the Holocaust in school.
Opinion: MCPS should standardize Holocaust education
October 28, 2025
Editorial: ICE has no place at schools
Editorial: ICE has no place at schools
October 27, 2025
Texas Senate Bill 11 Section 25.0823 (b)(3) prohibits students from participating in voluntary prayer during school hours. The Sidekick assignment editor Zaara Shaik thinks this law goes against The Free Exercise clause under the First Amendment, forcing students to neglect their religious practices.
Religion or school? Texas law states you cannot have both
October 24, 2025
Marching Band Hosts First Home Competition Festival
Marching Band Hosts First Home Competition Festival
October 30, 2025
A pilot helps a child enter an old military plane at Palo Alto Airport Day
Palo Alto Airport Day connects the community with aviation
October 30, 2025
Turning a Hobby Into a Teaching Tool: Mr. Voge’s Love for Piano
Turning a Hobby Into a Teaching Tool: Mr. Voge’s Love for Piano
October 24, 2025
Beneath The Waves - Tish Champagne
Beneath The Waves – Tish Champagne
October 24, 2025
VIDEO: Louisville “No Kings” protestors gather against President Donald Trump’s policies
VIDEO: Louisville “No Kings” protestors gather against President Donald Trump’s policies
October 24, 2025
Beneath The Waves - Tish Champagne
Beneath The Waves – Tish Champagne
October 24, 2025
senior suggestions
Senior Suggestions: What stands out to colleges?
October 21, 2025
Crimson Podcast Episode 4 ft. Tennis Captain Liz Chen
October 16, 2025
The issue with gun violence coverage
The issue with gun violence coverage
October 8, 2025
This episode of The Oracle focuses on Del Val's Film and Literature class.
The Oracle: ‘What is Film and Literature?’
October 7, 2025
HE IS US. Montgomery County Judge Mark Keough speaks at the podium of the Montgomery Fairgrounds stadium during the Charlie Kirk Memorial Service Sept. 30. Keough said he was a longtime supporter of Kirk’s debates. “Charlie Kirk is Montgomery County,” Keough said. “And Montgomery County is Charlie Kirk.”
GALLERY: Montgomery County memorial honors Charlie Kirk
October 22, 2025
Governor J.B. Pritzker was one of the many who gave a speech at Grant Park. "Tyranny requires your fear, your silence and your compliance, democracy requires your courage," Pritzker said. "So Donald Trump stay the hell out of Chicago."
[PHOTO ESSAY] ‘No Kings’ protest marches its way into history
October 22, 2025
Eric "Zeke" Zeker re-strings outside linebacker Nick Davis's (‘27) pads during a game against St. Margaret's High School Oct. 10. For 25 years, Zeke has served as BOHS's equipment manager.
IN PICTURES: The Wildcat Goes Behind-the-Scenes With Equipment Manager Eric ‘Zeke’ Zeker
October 20, 2025
Sophomore Daniel Papp lines up at wingback during West Chicago’s 66–20 win over Ridgewood on Sept. 19 at Memorial Field. Papp also plays cornerback for the Wildcats.
[PHOTO ESSAY] Rain, cheers, and grit: Wildcats bounce back against Ridgewood
September 26, 2025
Protesters gathered in downtown West Chicago earlier this week following raids from Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents.
[PHOTO ESSAY] WEGO residents march towards freedom in anti-ICE protests
September 23, 2025
Marching Band Hosts First Home Competition Festival
Marching Band Hosts First Home Competition Festival
October 30, 2025
A pilot helps a child enter an old military plane at Palo Alto Airport Day
Palo Alto Airport Day connects the community with aviation
October 30, 2025
Turning a Hobby Into a Teaching Tool: Mr. Voge’s Love for Piano
Turning a Hobby Into a Teaching Tool: Mr. Voge’s Love for Piano
October 24, 2025
VIDEO: Louisville “No Kings” protestors gather against President Donald Trump’s policies
VIDEO: Louisville “No Kings” protestors gather against President Donald Trump’s policies
October 24, 2025
About 80 STUCO members spent about 4 hours setting up for the Homecoming dance on Saturday, Sept. 27. This year's theme was La La Land.
Behind the Scenes:
October 22, 2025
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Lisa Loeb performed at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland to celebrate the grand opening of the new Revolutionary Women in Music exhibit. Photos courtesy of The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Opens Revolutionary Women in Music Exhibit

By Haley Reedy, Wadsworth High School
March 19, 2024
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