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Taylor Swift enters unapologetic era, releases ‘Midnights’

Sophie Connell, Staff Writer • October 28, 2022

Contains explicit wording due to the content of “Midnights” Taylor Swift released her most recent album, “Midnights,” Oct. 21 at 12 a.m. EST. The album consists of 13 songs, amounting to a total...

RBHS softball wins 9-0 on senior night, reflects on current seniors

Fatimah Yousuf, Staff Writer • October 1, 2022

The varsity softball team played against Rolla High School Thursday, Sept. 29. RBHS won 9-0 and in the 6th inning all the seniors were subbed out for the remainder of the game to honor their dedication....

Flooding in Pakistan: A precursor to uncontrolled climate change

Fatimah Yousuf, Staff Writer • September 29, 2022

Quotes are translated from Urdu to English by Fatimah Yousuf. The wave of humidity that hit me after going through the doors of Jinnah International Airport in Karachi engraved a memory in my skin...

Decision to overturn Roe v. Wade creates unsafe abortions, exacerbates racial and economic disparities

Zay Yontz, Features Editor • May 20, 2022

A Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) draft surrounding abortion laws under the court case Roe v. Wade was leaked May 1. The opinion document voted to strike down the SCOTUS case Roe v. Wade, a...

Girls’ soccer loses 0-3 to Cor Jesu Academy in last home game

Zay Yontz, Features Editor • May 8, 2022

The RBHS girls’ soccer team faced the highest ranked team in the state, Cor Jesu Academy (CJA), May 6. The team lost 0-3 after playing two 40-minute halves. Scott Wittenborn, the girls’ soccer coach,...

Counseling department to hold virtual course fair

Zay Yontz, Features Editor • January 25, 2022

The RBHS counseling department will hold a course fair virtually on Zoom Jan. 25 from 5:30 to 7:00pm. The event aims to help students choose their classes for the upcoming year. Each department will have their own Zoom where students and parents can ask questions. Counselor Carrie Mckee said it is important for all students to attend the fair to better understand the available courses.

Golf coach steps down, reflects on 16-year legacy

Anjali Noel Ramesh • January 3, 2021

RBHS counselor Melissa Coil announced she would be stepping down as head coach for the girls’ golf team earlier this school year.

Most significant events in female history

Multiple Authors • March 13, 2020

View a timeline of the most significant events in women's history in the U.S.

Dinner and a Murder: Episode 11 “The Black Dahlia”

Lorelei Dohm • December 31, 2019

In this episode of Dinner and a Murder, Lorelei and Devin discuss the murder of Elizabeth Short, otherwise known as the Black Dahlia.

Varsity soccer team wins against Battle Spartans

Emily Dearing • October 16, 2019

In contrast to cold temperatures setting a chilly tone throughout RBHS, the boys’ varsity soccer team brightened up their fans as they beat the Battle Spartans 3-0 at Battle High School Oct. 15, raising the Bruins’ win loss total to 17-3.

High school musicians reflect on journey, plans for future

Multiple Authors • October 16, 2019

Throughout high school, music students spend countless hours honing there craft; however, very few of them end up pursuing music as a career. Students such as senior Hope Keithahn and junior Kellen Sapp talk about their plans post secondary school and how they will keep music in their lives.

Scott Wittenborn on student empowerment, coaching, right to privacy

Parker Boone • October 9, 2019

Parker and civics teacher Scott Wittenborn talk about varying topics ranging from how difficult it is for new and old students to use their freedom with responsibility wisely at RBHS to his experiences...