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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
The Student News Organization for Rutherford B. Hayes High School

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Josie Morrow

Josie Morrow, Views/Entertainment Section Editor

Josie Morrow (she/her) is a senior at Hayes. It is her second year on staff. She is involved in the Ohio Youth and Government Program as the 2024 Media Editor-in-Chief and she co-founded the Hayes Period Project. In her free time, she enjoys reading, spoiling her cat, listening to Taylor Swift, and drinking coffee.

All content by Josie Morrow
Coach Vincenzo talks with player Landon Vanderwarker during a game.

How Coach Vincenzo’s character shaped not only the Hayes Basketball program, but the community and players alike

Josie Morrow, Views/Entertainment Section Editor
May 17, 2024
Janelle Gasaway, the newest school board representative, sits down to discuss her perspectives on issues facing the Delaware City Schools community.

Janelle Gasaway ushers in a new era for the Delaware City Schools’ school board

Josie Morrow, Views/Entertainment Section Editor
April 29, 2024
The Ohio Statehouse shines in the sun amid the Ohio Senate voting to overrule Governor Dewine's veto.

Opinion: Ohio lawmakers are wasting your time attacking transgender youth instead of creating meaningful legislation

Josie Morrow, Views/Entertainment Section Editor
February 13, 2024
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
January 9, 2024
Lucy Gray Baird (Rachel Zegler) stares up at the arena in "The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes." The film is playing in theaters everywhere now.

‘The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes’ tastefully continues legacy of iconic Hunger Games trilogy

Josie Morrow, Views/Entertainment Section Editor
December 18, 2023
School board members listen as Claire Moody addresses them Monday evening.

Students show concern over mastery scale grading system

Josie Morrow, Views/Entertainment Section Editor
November 9, 2023
Issue one signs sit in front yards around Ohio as the November 7th election approaches.

2023 Voter Opinion: An extreme abortion ban in Ohio will worsen access to maternal healthcare—not limit abortions

Josie Morrow, Views/Entertainment Section Editor
November 7, 2023
Boygenius' EP "the rest" was released on October 13th, 2023, containing four gut wrenching tracks.

Boygenius’ new EP ‘the rest’ takes the boyband back to their roots

Josie Morrow, Views/Entertainment Section Editor
October 27, 2023
Unions strike across America for better wages and working conditions.

Opinion: With America on strike, union workers are taking back power from predatory corporations

Josie Morrow, Views/Entertainment Section Editor
October 14, 2023
Eric Gitson sits at the first Delaware City Schools Board Meeting, excited for the upcoming school year.

This year’s student School Board Representative Eric Gitson urges students to share their perspectives

Josie Morrow, Views/Entertainment Section Editor
September 29, 2023
The Republican Party grasps for support from Gen-Z voters.

Opinion: The Republican party is failing to engage Gen-Z voters

Josie Morrow, Views/Entertainment Section Editor
September 28, 2023
The hypocrisy in much of conservative media is interconnected between different pundits all working toward the same goal of spreading disinformation.

Revealing the hypocrisy: Tucker Carlson, Steven Crowder, and the influence of toxic media figures

Josie Morrow, Views/Entertainment Section Editor
May 26, 2023
Claire Artemus and Presley Christopher are overjoyed after qualifying for BPA Nationals at the State competition.

Hayes and DACC students compete in BPA Nationals in Anaheim, California

Josie Morrow, Views/Entertainment Section Editor
May 24, 2023
Three women journalists are working to bring about change in the journalism industry.

Women Reporters are bringing hope to the future of journalism

Josie Morrow, Views/Entertainment Section Editor
April 26, 2023
Boygenius’ first studio album, called “The Record,” was released on March 31, 2023.

Boygenius proves that they are “Strong Enough” with new album “The Record”

Josie Morrow, Views/Entertainment Section Editor
April 19, 2023
Adam Haynes sits at his first city council meeting after being chosen to fill the membership position in February.

History teacher Adam Haynes selected to fill vacant City Council position

Josie Morrow, Views/Entertainment Section Editor
March 8, 2023
APES students work on their Fun Run project during 8th period class.

[Photo] Hayes APES aims to make Delaware cleaner

Amber Carver, Staff Writer
March 9, 2023
Drawing of Tyre Nichols created after his death to pay tribute to his memory.

Opinion: Justice for Tyre Nichols also requires systemic changes to our policing system

Josie Morrow, Views/Entertainment Section Editor
February 6, 2023
Social media influencer and former kickboxer Andrew Tate has made headlines for his arrest in Romania on charges of human trafficking and rape.

Opinion: Andrew Tate’s recent accusations could have been avoided if we actually took his previous victims seriously

Josie Morrow, Views/Entertainment Section Editor
January 31, 2023
Kanye West performs at the Samsung Galaxy Note II Launch Event.

Opinion: Kanye could have been the best artist of our generation

Josie Morrow, Views/Entertainment Section Editor
January 6, 2023
The Hayes basketball team circles up prior to the rivalry game against BV on November 23.

Has the Hayes vs Buckeye Valley rivalry gone too far?

Josie Morrow and Kaitlyn Gorsuch
November 25, 2022
No matter how you choose to celebrate Thanksgiving, the Talisman staff wishes you a peaceful and restful holiday.

Thanksgiving traditions: A staple in the holiday season

Josie Morrow, Views/Entertainment Section Editor
November 23, 2022
In June 2022, protests at the Supreme Court intensified after the overturn of Roe v. Wade.

Students voice their opinions about Roe v. Wade after 2022 midterm election

Josie Morrow, Views/Entertainment Section Editor
November 18, 2022
Taylor Swift's 10th studio album, called "Midnights," was released on October 21, 2022.

Taylor Swift shows her ability to constantly reinvent herself in new album ‘Midnights’

Josie Morrow, Views/Entertainment Section Editor
October 27, 2022
A student loan protest in Vienna from 2009 shows that the debate about funding education is not exclusively American.

Opinion: Student Debt Relief Plan shows the hypocrisy in the American political system

Josie Morrow, Views/Entertainment Section Editor
October 24, 2022
Social media's tendency to "cancel" anything it doesn't like is a trend that needs to be cancelled itself.

Opinion: Let’s cancel ‘Cancel Culture’

Josie Morrow, Views/Entertainment Section Editor
October 5, 2022
"Normal People" by Sally Rooney brings a different perspective to the romance genre.

Sally Rooney’s ‘Normal People’ brings a different perspective to the romance genre

Josie Morrow, Views/Entertainment Section Editor
September 29, 2022
Taylor Swift's career is defined by a constant stream of iconic albums.

Taylor Swift tier list

Josie Morrow, Views/Entertainment Section Editor
September 7, 2022
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