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Houses compete in Ice Games
Houses compete in Ice Games
The school’s mid-year winter House Games competition, the Ice Games, is scheduled for Dec. 18.
Anticipation leads up to Ice Games
Hayes Players Chamber Orchestra and Symphonic Winds & Brass join Symphonic Choir on stage for Hallelujah Chorus.
Choirs perform in annual holiday concert
Fowles conducts the Hayes Symphonic Band during their playing of "Minor Alterations: Christmas Through The Looking Glass."
Bands from across district participate in the All-City Band Concert
Students from this year's NASA App Development Challenge team work together to put the finishing touches on this year's submission.
NASA App Development Team prepares for project submission
The College Football National Championship will be held January 20 in Atlanta, Georgia.
College Football Playoff Preview
Pacer swimmers support their teammates during the diving portion of the meet.
Boys and girls swim takes on Marysville during Senior Day
Girls' basketball takes down the Wildcats of Davidson
Girls’ basketball takes down the Wildcats of Davidson
Elise Buckerfield walks with her family during the 2024 Lady Pacers Soccer senior day.
Lady Pacer Elise Buckerfield shares her experience as a student athlete
2024 Athlete Profile - Chaz Sakala
2024 Athlete Profile – Chaz Sakala
Moana 2 is a beautiful disaster, featuring new characters without much development.
Moana 2 is just another movie Disney is using to stay afloat
"The Accident" was released on Nov. 29 and is the indie duo's seventh album.
‘Good Morning’s’ style shines through in new album
Hazel Hayes' sophomore novel "Better by Far" touches on hard topics of toxic love, heartbreak and grief in unique ways.
‘Better by Far’ flawlessly articulates loss and recovery
Rapper Kendrick Lamar leans against the trunk of a 1987 Buick Grand National Experimental, also known as the GNX, which calls back to the title of the album.
‘GNX:’ More than just a hip-hop album
"Wicked" was a beautiful rendition of the beloved Broadway show.
‘Wicked’ was a relief to musical lovers
Combo 2 dancers line up together.
PADC performs holiday show for charity
Get to know the Talisman students' favorite holiday traditions.
Talisman staff’s holiday favorites
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium presents the 2024 Wildlights.
Columbus Zoo Wildlights
The tree in front of Amatos' Woodfired Pizza is lit as part of an annual tradition in downtown Delaware.
Community celebrates holiday traditions at First Friday
The Hayes Food Pantry is always accepting donations. Students who are interested in utilizing the Pantry should talk with their counselor.
Food drives work to address hunger issues
Volume IX of the Mandate for leadership book series was released in April of 2022
Opinion: Mixed reactions about Project 2025 have caused confusion & concern
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) isn't going to work and is a oxymoronic organization.
Opinion: DOGE proposal is an insult to Kabosu’s memory
A different and cheaper, but no less caring, way to get gifts for others.
Opinion: Ways to spend less during the holidays
What if the Soviet Union won the Space Race?
Opinion: The beauty and danger of alternate history
According to a survey of over 440 students at Hayes, 9 in 10 students believe school starts too early.
Opinion: Sleep deprivation at Hayes isn’t the students’ fault
Talisman Tunes Ep 8 Ft Ben Feller
Talisman Tunes Ep 8 Ft Ben Feller
Winter sports seasons kick off at Hayes
Winter sports seasons kick off at Hayes
The topic for Craft Corner #3 is Day of the Dead.
Craft Corner #3 Featuring Alyssa Petsche
2024 Athlete Profile - Chaz Sakala
2024 Athlete Profile – Chaz Sakala
Talisman Talks #6 - Kyle Sanson
Talisman Talks #6 – Kyle Sanson
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"Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" brings another twist and the Deetz's story almost 40 years after the release date of the original.

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Political propaganda constantly spreads misinformation about puberty blockers and it has become very harmful.

Opinion: Stop the demonization of puberty blockers

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David Kushner's debut album "The Dichotomy" was released on August 30, 2024.

David Kushner’s 'The Dichotomy' is a masterpiece with moving lyrics about faith

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With Friday's announcement that the fall talent show had been postponed, students at Hayes will have to wait a little longer to see their friends perform.

Talent show postponed until spring

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Students react to the new Hayes cell phone policy

Students react to the new Hayes cell phone policy

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Exchange students Joan Prades from Spain and Emanoelle (Manu) Da Luz Rodrigues from Brazil are getting used to life at Hayes.

Exchange students adapt to life at Hayes

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Donald Trump’s presidential campaign has proven to be a less-than hilarious circus act.

Opinion: Trump's presidential campaign is a joke

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Art created by AI plagiarizes human art and should be held legally responsible.

Opinion: AI art should be illegal

News
Houses compete in Ice Games
Houses compete in Ice Games
Zach Taylor and Izzy Kelly • December 19, 2024
Read Here
The school’s mid-year winter House Games competition, the Ice Games, is scheduled for Dec. 18.
Anticipation leads up to Ice Games
Ava Vogel, Editor-In-Chief • December 17, 2024
Hayes Players Chamber Orchestra and Symphonic Winds & Brass join Symphonic Choir on stage for Hallelujah Chorus.
Choirs perform in annual holiday concert
Marsella Smith, Photographer • December 16, 2024
Fowles conducts the Hayes Symphonic Band during their playing of "Minor Alterations: Christmas Through The Looking Glass."
Bands from across district participate in the All-City Band Concert
Carson Stroupe, Photographer • December 13, 2024
Students from this year's NASA App Development Challenge team work together to put the finishing touches on this year's submission.
NASA App Development Team prepares for project submission
Vivian Kumpf, Staff Writer • November 26, 2024
Multimedia
Winter sports seasons kick off at Hayes
Winter sports seasons kick off at Hayes
Olivia Hayes, Samuel Truster, and Kaleb Kapp • December 13, 2024
Read Here
The topic for Craft Corner #3 is Day of the Dead.
Craft Corner #3 Featuring Alyssa Petsche
Kai Bush and Jordan Persinger • December 12, 2024
Read Here
2024 Athlete Profile - Chaz Sakala
2024 Athlete Profile – Chaz Sakala
Elijah Derstine and Alex Brown • December 11, 2024
Read Here
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Podcasts
Talisman Talks #6 - Kyle Sanson
Talisman Talks #6 – Kyle Sanson
Will Mclead and Liam Bryant • December 6, 2024
Read Here
Talisman Tunes Ep 7 Ft Mia Saksa
Talisman Tunes Ep 7 Ft Mia Saksa
Samuel Truster and Josie Siegrist • November 26, 2024
Read Here
Talisman Tunes Ep 6 Ft Dre Nelson
Talisman Tunes Ep 6 Ft Dre Nelson
Samuel Truster and Josie Siegrist • November 18, 2024
Talisman Talks #5 - Zack Sanson & Dylan Thomas
Talisman Talks #5 – Zack Sanson & Dylan Thomas
Liam Bryant and Will Mclead • November 11, 2024
Talisman Talks #4 - Carson Maharry, Braden Ashworth, and Carter Grogan
Talisman Talks #4 – Carson Maharry, Braden Ashworth, and Carter Grogan
Will Mclead and Liam Bryant • October 25, 2024
Talisman Tunes Ep 5 Ft Ella Giorgi
Talisman Tunes Ep 5 Ft Ella Giorgi
Samuel Truster and Josie Siegrist • October 22, 2024
Features
Get to know the Talisman students' favorite holiday traditions.
Talisman staff’s holiday favorites
December 16, 2024
Read Here
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium presents the 2024 Wildlights.
Columbus Zoo Wildlights
December 12, 2024
Read Here
The tree in front of Amatos' Woodfired Pizza is lit as part of an annual tradition in downtown Delaware.
Community celebrates holiday traditions at First Friday
December 11, 2024
Read Here
The Hayes Food Pantry is always accepting donations. Students who are interested in utilizing the Pantry should talk with their counselor.
Food drives work to address hunger issues
December 10, 2024
Read Here
Sports
Pacer swimmers support their teammates during the diving portion of the meet.
Boys and girls swim takes on Marysville during Senior Day
Carson Stroupe, Photographer • December 19, 2024
Read Here
Girls' basketball takes down the Wildcats of Davidson
Girls’ basketball takes down the Wildcats of Davidson
Zach Taylor, Photographer • December 17, 2024
Elise Buckerfield walks with her family during the 2024 Lady Pacers Soccer senior day.
Lady Pacer Elise Buckerfield shares her experience as a student athlete
Mia Saksa, Editor Mentor • December 16, 2024
Varsity girls' pose for a team picture after the games.
Girls’ basketball season start up
Kate Shipp, Photographer, Website & Social Media • November 15, 2024
Hayes athletes pose for a picture prior to signing their letters of intent.
Athletes sign letters of intent to play for NCAA Division 1 & 2 schools
Zach Taylor, Photographer • November 14, 2024
Watkins walks off the field with Collins comforting each other.
Football falls short in first round of the OHSAA Playoffs
Carson Stroupe and Zach Taylor • November 5, 2024
Upcoming Games
Jan 6 / 7:30pm Girls' Basketball Hayes vs. London
Jan 7 / 7:30pm Boys' Basketball Hayes vs. Pickerington North
Jan 7 / 4:00pm Boys' Bowling Hayes vs. Westland
Jan 7 / 6:30pm Gymnastics Hayes vs. Worthington Kilbourne
Jan 7 / 4:00pm Girls' Bowling Hayes vs. Westland
Views
A different and cheaper, but no less caring, way to get gifts for others.
Opinion: Ways to spend less during the holidays
December 18, 2024
Read Here
What if the Soviet Union won the Space Race?
Opinion: The beauty and danger of alternate history
December 12, 2024
Read Here
According to a survey of over 440 students at Hayes, 9 in 10 students believe school starts too early.
Opinion: Sleep deprivation at Hayes isn’t the students’ fault
December 6, 2024
Read Here
Political propaganda constantly spreads misinformation about puberty blockers and it has become very harmful.
Opinion: Stop the demonization of puberty blockers
November 13, 2024
Read Here
Entertainment
Moana 2 is a beautiful disaster, featuring new characters without much development.
Moana 2 is just another movie Disney is using to stay afloat
December 18, 2024
Read Here
"The Accident" was released on Nov. 29 and is the indie duo's seventh album.
‘Good Morning’s’ style shines through in new album
December 17, 2024
Read Here
Hazel Hayes' sophomore novel "Better by Far" touches on hard topics of toxic love, heartbreak and grief in unique ways.
‘Better by Far’ flawlessly articulates loss and recovery
Natalie Heckert, Managing Editor • December 16, 2024
Rapper Kendrick Lamar leans against the trunk of a 1987 Buick Grand National Experimental, also known as the GNX, which calls back to the title of the album.
‘GNX:’ More than just a hip-hop album
Finn Kimmel, Writer • December 13, 2024
"Wicked" was a beautiful rendition of the beloved Broadway show.
‘Wicked’ was a relief to musical lovers
Vivian Kumpf, Staff Writer • December 11, 2024
Best of SNO
Hurricane Helene made landfall on Thursday, September 26 in Florida's panhandle, but the storm's path moved north quickly, leaving behind a wide swath of destruction.
Hurricane Helene’s inland path causes widespread destruction
Vivian Kumpf, Staff Writer
Jandy Nelson's third novel, "When the World Tips Over," presents a tale of family, love and the struggles of life.
‘When the World Tips Over’ is a love letter to love
Zella Bunch, Staff Writer
"Mean Girls" opened in theaters January 12, 2024. The movie will continue to be shown throughout the end of the month into February across the world.
Get in, losers: ‘Mean Girls’ was a high budget disappointment
Ava Vogel, Editor-In-Chief
Matt Rife performs his comedy special "Matt Rife: Natural Selection."
Opinion: But seriously, Matt Rife isn’t that funny
Josie Morrow, Views/Entertainment Section Editor
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