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Handmade Memories
Seniors in Ceramics IV at East share how ceramics has shaped their high school experience and how they will take the skills they have and memories they have made to the next stages of their life.
Madison Cline, Feature Editor | May 20, 2026
Senior Spotlight
Beyond the Rank
East Senior Ava Kohlhaas reflects on her high school experience and how she has worked toward academic success.
Zeena Alslaiti, Staff Writer | May 19, 2026
Senior Spotlight
Jack of all Trades
East senior, Jack Doyle, is a dedicated and accomplished student and the salutatorian of the class of 2026, who excels academically, as well as in his numerous extracurricular activities.
Madison Springmyer, Staff Writer | May 18, 2026
Senior Spotlight
26 with ’26: Bella Sturgill
Bella Sturgill is attending Flagler College to play basketball and major in Business Administration and minor in Health Sciences.
Maci Brent, Feature Editor & Website Manager | May 14, 2026
Senior Spotlight
26 with ’26: Luke Nomina
Luke Nomina is attending Ohio University to study Political Science on a pre-law track.
Joselyn Duff, Editor-in-Chief | May 13, 2026
Senior Spotlight
26 with ’26: Valerie Archibad
Valarie Archibald is attending University of Cincinnati to study Graphic Design.
Phoebe Shultz, Staff Writer | May 12, 2026
Music Reviews
Headed North
On Friday, April 28, 2026, Noah Kahan released his fourth studio album, “The Great Divide.”
Becca Furnish, Staff Writer | April 30, 2026
Feature
Head Over Heels
Lakota superintendent Ashley Whitely shares her passion for creativity when it comes to her wardrobe, and more specifically, the shoes that she chooses to wear each day.
Madison Cline, Feature Editor | April 29, 2026
News
Revamped and Renewed
On March 21, 2026, Fort Liberty Playland reopened to the public after construction that began on Aug. 4, 2025.
Charlotte Ross, Staff Writer | April 24, 2026
Sports Opinion
Guessing Game
The growth of online gambling and sports betting is dangerous to the sports, the players, and those placing bets.
Elliana Celis, Sports Editor | April 22, 2026
Feature
Rediscovering her Voice
East senior Carrie Hill continues to rediscover the “voice” that guides and supports her art, while recovering from her depression and mental block.
Maci Brent, Feature Editor | April 5, 2026
Movie Reviews
Into the Galaxy
Released on April 5, 2026, “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie” shows that sometimes people expect more from children’s movies.
Phoebe Shultz, Staff Writer | April 2, 2026
Opinion
Not Just a Number
Grades are not a definition of a student’s intelligence, and it is time to stop attaching so much weight to pointless numbers. Teens should not be facing such intense pressure related to their grades.
Ashlyn Frayer, Staff Writer | April 1, 2026
Baseball
New Face in the Dugout
Prior to the 2026 season, East announced that Drew Maus would become the new head coach of the baseball team, marking his return to southwest Ohio.
Ethan Keller, Sports Editor | March 30, 2026
News
Baby Olivia’s Bill
Ohio House Bill 485, also known as the “Baby Olivia Act,” was recently passed by the Ohio House, requiring all public schools to show a video of fetal development and a high-definition ultrasound in grades five through twelve.
Annabelle McCarty, News Editor | March 27, 2026
Wrestling
Built for Success
Navigating a sport comes with its challenges but East junior Ryan Daniels has worked hard to develop the skills and mindset needed for him to succeed.
Caitlin Kusmer, Staff Writer | March 20, 2026
News
Access Denied
The Lakota school district uses GoGuardian to filter the websites on the school Chromebooks to follow policies and laws.
Sara McGuire, News Editor | March 16, 2026
Opinion
Blackpill
Blackpill content online refers to improving a person’s looks through unhealthy, and degrading methods. This content online promotes a regressive solution to a very real problem.
Michael Burt, Opinion Editor | March 15, 2026
Opinion
Driven By Dollars
A new law requiring people under the age of 21 to complete a Driver’s Education course has become increasingly challenging over the years. Instead of students seeking private companies, Ohio high schools should offer driver’s education courses.
Gracie Porter, Staff Writer | March 13, 2026
Opinion
Making No ‘Cents’
On Nov. 12, 2025, U.S. production of the penny was stopped, however, pennies should continue to be made by the U.S. government due to their economic and sentimental value.
Sara McGuire, News Editor | March 12, 2026

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NEWS

The new playland has finished construction and is open to the public. This is the “Tiny tot” area within the Liberty Playland for younger children.

News

Revamped and Renewed

Charlotte Ross, Staff Writer • April 24, 2026

art by Annabelle McCarty

News

Baby Olivia’s Bill

Annabelle McCarty, News Editor • March 27, 2026

The two East students are left wondering after the computer site is blocked

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Sara McGuire, News Editor • March 16, 2026

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