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The new Editorial staff for the 2025-2026 school year.
A new chapter begins: 2025-2026 editorial board
The Battles of the Books team won third place at this year's competition, located at Westerville Central High School.
Battle of the Books team takes 3rd place at OCC competition
Trump wants Ukrainian ceasefire negotiations to go underway, however his plans seem unlikely given Putin's history.
Russian imperialism negates a potential ceasefire in Ukraine
The SS United States arrives in Mobile, Alabama to be prepared for service as a reef. The ship was launched in 1951, and has held the record for the fastest transatlantic ocean crossing since 1952.
Last voyage of the SS United States
The American Red Cross set up the blood drive in the Hayes auxiliary gym, and students participate in donating blood.
American Red Cross involves students in donating blood
Junior Tank Tompkins watches the pitch.
Baseball wins 11-1 over Harding
The three seniors following their senior night positions.
Boys’ volleyball loses 1-3 on senior night to Whetstone High School
Students athletes group together for a picture following their college signings.
College signing day for high school seniors
Head Coach David Meikrantz and Mowry high five each other after the game.
Baseball grabs a win on the road in Chillicothe
Freshman Addie VanGundy and her sister, senior Joslyn VanGundy, celebrate a goal.
Girls’ lacrosse wins over Berlin 9-7
Here's some fast-paced books to add to summer reading lists!
Books to read over the summer
In the first episode of Melvin’s Misadventures, Melvin goes on an Easter adventure.
Melvin’s Misadventures: Episode 1
THE DRIVER ERA's newest album "Obsession takes listeners into the many feelings of a relationship.
Lust, longing and just enough with THE DRIVER ERA’s newest album, ‘Obsession’
View into the center of Franklin Park Conservatories Cherry trees
Cherry blossoms have Columbus blooming into spring
Wesley Schultz and Jeremiah Fraites released their fifth studio album as the Lumineers.
‘Automatic:’ The Lumineers continue to break boundaries as a duo folk band
Seniors leave behind their legacy to underclassmen.
Senior Wills 2025
The Ohio State University puts the Our Choking Times newspaper on display as a Civil Rights movement through the lens of journalism.
Journalism exhibit held at The Ohio State University
As seniors in Hayes Choir finish their journey, they reflect on their experience in the program.
Senior Spotlight: Choir program
Houk House hoists the trophy for winning the Ice Games.
School spirit: why fewer students are getting involved in spirit activities
Taking foreign language classes is not required, but can help you with college and traveling.
Foreign language classes: not required for graduation, but still beneficial
The book community has slowly been growing more toxic on multiple platforms.
Opinion: The reading community is getting toxic
Kanye West is going on another rampage on the internet
Kanye West’s controversial actions spark debate on fame, mental health and accountability
Vivek Ramaswamy announces his candidacy for governor during a rally in New Albany. Ramaswamy previously ran for U.S. president, and was a member of DOGE.
Opinion: The grand old platitudes of Vivek’s 2026 Ohio gubernatorial run
Legislators are more focused on enforcing policies such as the Parent's Bill of Rights than protecting the physical safety of students.
Opinion: Legislators are neglecting pressing issues for petty policies
Electric cars have been losing personality over the years. They have become more ugly and overly-futuristic as years pass.
Opinion: Electric cars lack design appeal
Talisman Talks #12- Kaiden Haag & Connor Murphy
Talisman Talks #12- Kaiden Haag & Connor Murphy
Talisman Tunes Ep 16 Ft Owen Jester & Andrew Brook
Talisman Tunes Ep 16 Ft Owen Jester & Andrew Brook
Talisman Tunes Ep 15 Ft Izzy Kelly
Talisman Tunes Ep 15 Ft Izzy Kelly
Talisman Talks #11 - Abby Stahl & Grace Singleton
Talisman Talks #11 – Abby Stahl & Grace Singleton
Spring sports begin at Hayes
Spring sports begin at Hayes
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The Battles of the Books team won third place at this year's competition, located at Westerville Central High School.
Battle of the Books team takes 3rd place at OCC competition
Zella Bunch, Staff Writer • May 2, 2025
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Trump wants Ukrainian ceasefire negotiations to go underway, however his plans seem unlikely given Putin's history.
Russian imperialism negates a potential ceasefire in Ukraine
Nevin Mumper, Staff Writer • May 2, 2025
The SS United States arrives in Mobile, Alabama to be prepared for service as a reef. The ship was launched in 1951, and has held the record for the fastest transatlantic ocean crossing since 1952.
Last voyage of the SS United States
Brody Counts, Staff Writer • April 9, 2025
The American Red Cross set up the blood drive in the Hayes auxiliary gym, and students participate in donating blood.
American Red Cross involves students in donating blood
Mia Saksa, Editor Mentor • March 19, 2025
Ohio weather has been drastically different this year, shown in many winter storms.
How the La Niña season affects Delaware’s function
Nevin Mumper, Staff Writer • March 17, 2025
Podcasts
Talisman Talks #12- Kaiden Haag & Connor Murphy
Talisman Talks #12- Kaiden Haag & Connor Murphy
Will Mclead and Liam Bryant
Talisman Tunes Ep 16 Ft Owen Jester & Andrew Brook
Talisman Tunes Ep 16 Ft Owen Jester & Andrew Brook
Samuel Truster and Josie Siegrist
Talisman Tunes Ep 15 Ft Izzy Kelly
Talisman Tunes Ep 15 Ft Izzy Kelly
Samuel Truster and Josie Siegrist
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    Anthony Wayne
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    Apr 25 / Boys' Lacrosse
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    Westerville South
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    Apr 24 / Softball
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    Westerville South
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    Apr 24 / Boys' Volleyball
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    Westerville South
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    Apr 23 / Baseball
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    Worthington Kilbourne
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    Apr 23 / Softball
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    Westerville North
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    Apr 22 / Boys' Volleyball
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Features
As seniors in Hayes Choir finish their journey, they reflect on their experience in the program.
Senior Spotlight: Choir program
Vivian Kumpf, Staff Writer • May 8, 2025
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Houk House hoists the trophy for winning the Ice Games.
School spirit: why fewer students are getting involved in spirit activities
Finnegan Kimmel, Staff Writer & Photographer • May 7, 2025
Read Here
Taking foreign language classes is not required, but can help you with college and traveling.
Foreign language classes: not required for graduation, but still beneficial
Ava Anthony, Staff Writer • May 7, 2025
Read Here
The infamous Strand Marquee displays the documentaries of the week being "Under the Bridge" and "Over the Bridge".
Strand Theater hosts cardboard city demonstration
Carson Stroupe, Photographer • May 5, 2025
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Sports
Junior Tank Tompkins watches the pitch.
Baseball wins 11-1 over Harding
Carson Stroupe, Photographer • May 14, 2025
Read Here
The three seniors following their senior night positions.
Boys’ volleyball loses 1-3 on senior night to Whetstone High School
Carson Stroupe, Photographer • May 6, 2025
Students athletes group together for a picture following their college signings.
College signing day for high school seniors
Zach Taylor, Photographer • May 1, 2025
Head Coach David Meikrantz and Mowry high five each other after the game.
Baseball grabs a win on the road in Chillicothe
Zach Taylor, Photographer • April 30, 2025
Freshman Addie VanGundy and her sister, senior Joslyn VanGundy, celebrate a goal.
Girls’ lacrosse wins over Berlin 9-7
Carson Stroupe, Photographer • April 17, 2025
The Pacers celebrate Coleman's 3 run home run.
Softball hits 3 home runs leading to victory over Scioto
Zach Taylor, Photographer • April 14, 2025
Upcoming Games
May 17 / 1:30pm Baseball Hayes vs. Watkins Memorial
May 19 / 5:00pm Baseball Hayes vs. River Valley
May 21 / 5:00pm Baseball Hayes vs. Elgin (Senior Night)
Views
Kanye West is going on another rampage on the internet
Kanye West’s controversial actions spark debate on fame, mental health and accountability
Josie Siegrist, Staff Writer • April 25, 2025
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Vivek Ramaswamy announces his candidacy for governor during a rally in New Albany. Ramaswamy previously ran for U.S. president, and was a member of DOGE.
Opinion: The grand old platitudes of Vivek’s 2026 Ohio gubernatorial run
Brody Counts, Staff Writer • April 3, 2025
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Legislators are more focused on enforcing policies such as the Parent's Bill of Rights than protecting the physical safety of students.
Opinion: Legislators are neglecting pressing issues for petty policies
Ava Vogel, Editor-In-Chief • March 18, 2025
Read Here
Electric cars have been losing personality over the years. They have become more ugly and overly-futuristic as years pass.
Opinion: Electric cars lack design appeal
Finnegan Kimmel, Staff Writer & Photographer • March 5, 2025
Read Here
Entertainment
In the first episode of Melvin’s Misadventures, Melvin goes on an Easter adventure.
Melvin’s Misadventures: Episode 1
May 5, 2025
Read Here
THE DRIVER ERA's newest album "Obsession takes listeners into the many feelings of a relationship.
Lust, longing and just enough with THE DRIVER ERA’s newest album, ‘Obsession’
April 30, 2025
Read Here
View into the center of Franklin Park Conservatories Cherry trees
Cherry blossoms have Columbus blooming into spring
Finnegan Kimmel, Staff Writer & Photographer • April 11, 2025
Wesley Schultz and Jeremiah Fraites released their fifth studio album as the Lumineers.
‘Automatic:’ The Lumineers continue to break boundaries as a duo folk band
Mia Saksa, Editor Mentor • April 3, 2025
Patterson Hood's fourth studio album "Exploding Trees & Airplane Screams"
Patterson Hood’s ‘Exploding Trees & Airplane Screams’ captures life’s harsh truths with haunting storytelling
Josie Siegrist, Staff Writer • March 19, 2025
Best of SNO
Legislators are more focused on enforcing policies such as the Parent's Bill of Rights than protecting the physical safety of students.
Opinion: Legislators are neglecting pressing issues for petty policies
Ava Vogel, Editor-In-Chief
"Under the Same Stars" is a skillfully handled story of emotion and the human dedication to good.
‘Under the Same Stars’ is slightly muddled story of resistance
Zella Bunch, Staff Writer
Junior Liam Monahan develops one of his photos in the darkroom.
Preserving the past: How Liam Monahan is recording Ohio’s history through photography
Nevin Mumper, Staff Writer
Following the 2024 Presidential Election, queer youth are found worried for their safety in the future and there are resources available to help.
LGBTQ+ community connections following election
Zella Bunch, Staff Writer
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