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- Sports OpinionIn the world of men’s sports, toxic masculinity overshadows the health, emotions, and performance of athletes.
Julia Viviano, Staff Writer | May 18, 2025
- Boy's LacrosseEast senior Max Wilcox has been playing lacrosse his entire life, and leading the East Boys Lacrosse team for the past two years, with his passion for the sport all stemming from his late father’s support.
Gwen Gilbert, Sports Editor | May 18, 2025
- WrestlingEast senior Emily Baker has played on multiple teams for different sports to find the one perfect for her and she has learned skills that are not just physical ones.
Yen-Nhi Bui, Staff Writer | May 18, 2025
- NewsFor the East theater spring play, the cast and crew produced a high school rendition of “Mean Girls” through teamwork and perseverance.
Sydney Alderman, Business Manager | May 18, 2025
- NewsEast held the naturalization of 46 applicants representing 27 different countries. The ceremony was held in the East main gym on March 18.
Caden Powels and Will Huelskamp | May 18, 2025
- NewsThe Lakota Local School Board of Education voted to join a lawsuit against the state of Ohio over the EdChoice voucher program, after a 3-2 vote at the emergency meeting on March 12.
Luke Viviano, News Editor | May 18, 2025
- FashionEast junior Tonya Topeka explores her grungy style through her many unique interests.
Aubrey Moore, Graphics Editor | May 17, 2025
- Music ReviewsOn March 8th, former BLACKPINK star Jennie released her debut solo album, showcasing a bold new side of her artistry.
Delaney Finch, Staff Writer | May 17, 2025
- Movie Reviews88 years later, Disney adapts their 1937 animated classic with an updated plot, characters, and soundtrack.
Addison Stallsmith, Culture Editor | May 17, 2025
- OpinionOhio’s House Bill 8, while maintaining parental rights, jeopardizes the safety and well-being of LGBTQ+ students.
Grace Callahan, Editor in Chief | May 17, 2025
- OpinionSocial media has been utilized to manipulate audiences and their opinions without proper education behind the topics due to fake news.
Elizabeth Vernon, Staff Writer | May 17, 2025
- OpinionOverrepresentation in America has started to acclimate itself toward social norms in American society.
Caden Powels, Staff Writer | May 16, 2025
- Movie ReviewsDark, gritty, and filled with betrayals, “The Night Agent” season two continues its legacy as an action-packed political thriller.
Emma Vernon, Website Manager | May 16, 2025
- DARTEast sophomore Reina Ryan takes to the stage as she prepares for her role as Cady Heron in East’s production of “Mean Girls the Musical”.
Allie Haucke, Feature Editor | May 16, 2025
- OpinionThe policies of the Reagan administration in the 1980s played a major role in shaping housing issues that still impact homelessness today.
Joselyn Duff, Opinion Editor | May 16, 2025
- CultureEast Student Erin Oswald shares a family recipe important to her family and Jewish culture.
Annabelle McCarty, Culture Associate Editor | May 16, 2025
- SportsAriel Reed is a senior, four-year gymnast at East. Reed helped lead the team to place fifth at the Turpin Invitational on Feb. 2, 2025 with a total of 125.5 points.
Elizabeth Vernon, Staff Writer | May 16, 2025
- SwimmingBeing a homeschooled student does not prohibit senior AJ Gomez from being a team leader in the lane and pursuing his passions.
Macie Manzardo, Sports Editor | May 16, 2025
- NewsWith a different look than previous years, the annual East Relay For Life event returned on April 25.With a different look than previous years, the annual East Relay For Life event returned on April 25.
Sara McGuire, Staff Writer | May 16, 2025
- OpinionImmigration in the U.S. has been beneficial for both the people in this country and those coming to it.
Sydney Alderman, Business Manager | May 16, 2025
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