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The Grand Pacer Marching Band performs their show "What's Opera Doc?" at the state competition.
Marching band competes at OMEA State competition after successful season
A selection of clothing that violates the dress code.
Hayes updates dress code for a new era of enforcement
The Hayes Marching Band prepares to perform before the football game against Westland on Senior Night.
Marching band qualifies for states after superior rating at last competition
FBI oversight hearing sheds light on some big questions surrounding the United States Government.
What the FBI oversight hearings mean for Ohio
Students from Hayes won last year's NASA ADC challenge and traveled to Houston to meet with scientists. They were even able to tour a space shuttle.
NASA cancels App Development Challenge program
Coach Colt Tanner watches the defense.
Football loses to Scioto in week eight of the regular season
Dye and sophomore Molly Johnson celebrate after Dye's goal.
Girls’ soccer wins big on senior night
The Pacers celebrate after a big comeback to tie the set.
Girls volleyball loses on senior night against Westerville South
George fights to maintain his lead.
Cross country teams compete in annual Berlin Den Dash
Freshman Chloe Artemus pushes the ball towards the goal.
Girls’ soccer ties Dublin Scioto 2-2
The Life of a Showgirl, released on October 3, is Taylor Swift's tenth studio album.
Taylor Swift’s “The Life of a Showgirl” is a well-crafted but visually misleading album
An Infographic about what you can be for Halloween.
Halloween costume ideas
Viewers have become disconnected from Marvel’s recent phases of the MCU.
Opinion: The MCU has been digging its own grave since Endgame
The history of Halloween
The history of Halloween
Why you should have a journal
Why you should have a journal
Junior Cate Artemus speaks to her peers in student council.
Student Council works to improve student experience at Hayes
The SAT, PSAT, and ACT are standardized college readiness tests aimed at high school students.
What you should know: PSAT, SAT, and ACT
The Delaware Arts Castle was built in 1854 by George W. Campbell for his daughter.
Haunted places in Delaware
Maddy Brinkman is involved with National Honors Society and swimming.
26 for ’26: Maddy Brinkman
Senior BP Padilla is interested in bowling and sports photography.
26 for ’26: BP Padilla
The cancellation of Jimmy Kimmel’s show is a prime example of how Trump advocates for free speech, as long as it benefits him and his opinions.
Opinion: The cancellation of ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ is a major blow on free speech in America
Live action movie remakes are not the spectacles they’re meant to be.
Opinion: Remake culture disrespects the art of cinema
Roblox continues to ignore users' complaints to focus on making as much money as they can.
Opinion: Roblox administration puts profit over protection
The school’s walls have a large amount of bare space that would benefit from student art.
Opinion: The school should have more art on the walls
Spotify's policies on AI-generated music are increasing distrust with users.
Opinion: Spotify needs to revise its policies on AI music generation
Talisman Talks #6 ft. Liam Bryant, Carter Grogan, and Carter Welch-Clark
Talisman Talks #6 ft. Liam Bryant, Carter Grogan, and Carter Welch-Clark
Talisman Talks #5 ft. Lizzy Gould and Claire Davis
Talisman Talks #5 ft. Lizzy Gould and Claire Davis
Talisman Tunes EP 2 Ft SeaSea Thompson
Talisman Tunes EP 2 Ft SeaSea Thompson
Talisman Tunes EP 1 Ft Danny Cook
Talisman Tunes EP 1 Ft Danny Cook
Science teacher McKenna Shireman joined the staff at Hayes this year.
New staff share why they came to Hayes
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Joe Mennona

Joe Mennona, Podcaster

Joe Mennona (he/him) is a senior at Hayes. This is his first year on staff. He is a member of the varsity soccer team and enjoys spending time with friends, listening to music, and playing basketball.

All content by Joe Mennona
Talisman Talks, Episode 22: Brady Kaasa & Grant LaMar

Talisman Talks, Episode 22: Brady Kaasa & Grant LaMar

Joe Mennona and Gavin Mays
May 25, 2023
Talisman Talks, Episode 22: Dalton Allen & Preston Simon on boys' baseball

Talisman Talks, Episode 22: Dalton Allen & Preston Simon on boys’ baseball

Joe Mennona and Gavin Mays
May 4, 2023
Talisman Talks, Episode 21: Presley Call & Kyra Wheeler on girls' lacrosse

Talisman Talks, Episode 21: Presley Call & Kyra Wheeler on girls’ lacrosse

Joe Mennona and Gavin Mays
April 25, 2023
Talisman Talks Shorts, Episode 8: Gabe Fogle & Carter Sims on Boys Tennis

Talisman Talks Shorts, Episode 8: Gabe Fogle & Carter Sims on Boys Tennis

Joe Mennona and Gavin Mays
April 18, 2023
Talisman Talks, Episode 20: Cooper Heald & Connor Dutton on boys lacrosse

Talisman Talks, Episode 20: Cooper Heald & Connor Dutton on boys lacrosse

Joe Mennona and Gavin Mays
March 21, 2023
Talisman Talks, Episode 19: March Madness Bracket

Talisman Talks, Episode 19: March Madness Bracket

Joe Mennona, Collin Crisp, Alec Ostapuck, and Carter Sims
March 20, 2023
Senior Ava Nugent, junior Addie Wernz, and sophomore Ivan Hedges, watch a film during class.

[Photo] Film students produce movies for Hayes Cinematics

Kaitlyn Gorsuch, Editor-in-Chief
March 15, 2023
Talisman Talks, Episode 18: Aito Tatman & Ethan Terry on the SpongeBob Musical

Talisman Talks, Episode 18: Aito Tatman & Ethan Terry on the SpongeBob Musical

Joe Mennona and Gavin Mays
March 6, 2023
Talisman Talks Shorts, Episode 7: Pickle Pipher on Glee Club

Talisman Talks Shorts, Episode 7: Pickle Pipher on Glee Club

Joe Mennona and Gavin Mays
February 28, 2023
Talisman Talks Shorts, Episode 6: Calvin Riggs & Claire Stein on Hayes Ski Club

Talisman Talks Shorts, Episode 6: Calvin Riggs & Claire Stein on Hayes Ski Club

Joe Mennona and Gavin Mays
February 22, 2023
Talisman Talks Shorts, Episode 5: Erik Wells & Isaac Wheeler on boys' wrestling

Talisman Talks Shorts, Episode 5: Erik Wells & Isaac Wheeler on boys’ wrestling

Joe Mennona and Gavin Mays
February 13, 2023
Talisman Talks Shorts, Episode 4: Kasey & Molly Wells on girls' wrestling

Talisman Talks Shorts, Episode 4: Kasey & Molly Wells on girls’ wrestling

Joe Mennona and Gavin Mays
January 27, 2023
Talisman Talks, Episode 17: Meg Wolf & Natalie Fiant

Talisman Talks, Episode 17: Meg Wolf & Natalie Fiant

Joe Mennona and Gavin Mays
January 24, 2023
Talisman Talks, Episode 16: Max Sanclemente & Vincent Hupp on the boys' swim team

Talisman Talks, Episode 16: Max Sanclemente & Vincent Hupp on the boys’ swim team

Joe Mennona and Gavin Mays
January 10, 2023
Talisman Talks Shorts, Episode 3: Collin Crisp

Talisman Talks Shorts, Episode 3: Collin Crisp

Joe Mennona and Gavin Mays
January 6, 2023
Talisman Talks Shorts, Episode 2: Adrionna Brown & Eleanor Bennett on girls' basketball

Talisman Talks Shorts, Episode 2: Adrionna Brown & Eleanor Bennett on girls’ basketball

Joe Mennona and Gavin Mays
December 20, 2022
Talisman Talks, Episode 15: Conner Ziegler & Brody Counts on AFJROTC

Talisman Talks, Episode 15: Conner Ziegler & Brody Counts on AFJROTC

Joe Mennona and Gavin Mays
December 13, 2022
Talisman Talks Shorts, Episode 1: Coach Vincenzo on the prosperous start of the basketball season

Talisman Talks Shorts, Episode 1: Coach Vincenzo on the prosperous start of the basketball season

Joe Mennona and Gavin Mays
December 12, 2022
Talisman Talks, Episode 14: Carter Sharp & Oscar Tello on producing music

Talisman Talks, Episode 14: Carter Sharp & Oscar Tello on producing music

Joe Mennona and Gavin Mays
November 30, 2022
Talisman Talks, Episode 13: Jesse Burris & Zach Kelly on the upcoming basketball season

Talisman Talks, Episode 13: Jesse Burris & Zach Kelly on the upcoming basketball season

Joe Mennona and Gavin Mays
November 22, 2022
Talisman Talks, Episode 12: Cassie Klumpp & Katie Connell on the Pacer Spirit Committee

Talisman Talks, Episode 12: Cassie Klumpp & Katie Connell on the Pacer Spirit Committee

Joe Mennona and Gavin Mays
November 15, 2022
Talisman Talks, Episode 11: Jaxon Smith & Josh Russell recap the recent football season

Talisman Talks, Episode 11: Jaxon Smith & Josh Russell recap the recent football season

Joe Mennona and Gavin Mays
November 3, 2022
Talisman Talks, Episode 10: Gianni Cordi & Brandon Schrader on their new movie, "Grape Soda"

Talisman Talks, Episode 10: Gianni Cordi & Brandon Schrader on their new movie, “Grape Soda”

Joe Mennona and Gavin Mays
October 31, 2022
Talisman Talks, Episode 9: Luke Todt and Rowan Hering discuss the cross country season

Talisman Talks, Episode 9: Luke Todt and Rowan Hering discuss the cross country season

Joe Mennona and Gavin Mays
October 13, 2022
Talisman Talks, Episode 8: Stella Marx & Jade Ball on the upcoming play, 'Almost, Maine'

Talisman Talks, Episode 8: Stella Marx & Jade Ball on the upcoming play, ‘Almost, Maine’

Joe Mennona and Gavin Mays
October 4, 2022
Talisman Talks, Episode 7: Kendal Philibin & Myah Byers on the girls' soccer season

Talisman Talks, Episode 7: Kendal Philibin & Myah Byers on the girls’ soccer season

Joe Mennona and Gavin Mays
September 28, 2022
Talisman Talks, Episode 6: Brent Carson on Delaware history

Talisman Talks, Episode 6: Brent Carson on Delaware history

Joe Mennona and Gavin Mays
September 27, 2022
Talisman Talks, Episode 5: Brady Kaasa & Ian Green

Talisman Talks, Episode 5: Brady Kaasa & Ian Green

Joe Mennona and Gavin Mays
September 14, 2022
Talisman Talks, Episode 4: Grant LaMar & Reagan Connar on marching band

Talisman Talks, Episode 4: Grant LaMar & Reagan Connar on marching band

Joe Mennona and Gavin Mays
September 12, 2022
Talisman Talks, Episode 3: Raul Mainsah & Scott Glesenkamp on the soccer season

Talisman Talks, Episode 3: Raul Mainsah & Scott Glesenkamp on the soccer season

Joe Mennona and Gavin Mays
August 31, 2022
Talisman Talks, Episode 2: Euclid Entourage on the upcoming school year

Talisman Talks, Episode 2: Euclid Entourage on the upcoming school year

Joe Mennona and Gavin Mays
August 25, 2022
Talisman Talks, Episode 1: Logan Frye & Kaden Gannon discuss the upcoming football season

Talisman Talks, Episode 1: Logan Frye & Kaden Gannon discuss the upcoming football season

Joe Mennona and Gavin Mays
August 18, 2022
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