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Top 5 things to do in Batavia during the summer.


Top 5 things to do in Batavia during the summer.

By Eva Holzl Batavia is a smaller town which means the activities to do in the summer are more limited compared to other towns in the area. But this doesn’t mean there is absolutely nothing to do. Here is a list of the top five summer activities in Batavia.  The first and most popular thing […]

10 best places to visit in Batavia: BHS student-approved list


10 best places to visit in Batavia: BHS student-approved list

Covering 10 square miles, Batavia has various shops, restaurants, and perfect day-trip spots for a fun afternoon. While it may seem daunting to pick just a few things to do, this list took input straight from local Batavia students to shine a spotlight on the top 10 best places to visit in Batavia. Funway Funway […]

Top 5 Marvel Movies


Top 5 Marvel Movies

By Athziry De La Peña Stan Lee opened many doors of opportunities for films. All 33 Marvel Cinematic universe movies are amazing, but without a doubt these five incredible films are one of the best in the franchise over the 26 years of productions. 1. Avengers: Endgame  The three-hour and two-minute movie was released on […]

Why pigeons should be respected


Why pigeons should be respected

By Melika Khamisisobi For years, pigeons have been seen as pests around the city and few people try to stop others from killing or harming them. Society has changed and so have people’s views on what’s considered common to have as a pet. Having pigeons as pets started more than a century ago. Pigeons were […]

Saban’s coaching career and impact on others


Saban’s coaching career and impact on others

By: Eva Holzl Nick Saban, known as “one of the winningest coaches in college football history,” just announced his retirement from coaching college football after spending 17 seasons at the University of Alabama, two seasons at an NFL team, the Miami Dolphins, five seasons at Louisiana State University (LSU), five seasons at Michigan State University, […]

Simone Biles’ husband put on blast after saying “I didn’t even know who she was” in recent interview


Simone Biles’ husband put on blast after saying “I didn’t even know who she was” in recent interview

By Zahra Ahmad Simone Biles is the most decorated American gymnast in history, some even say she may be the greatest of all time. She competed in her first Olympics at just 19 years old and has won seven Olympic medals since. Now at 26, she continues to compete in gymnastics. In April of 2023 […]

Top 10 perfect summer songs of 2023


Top 10 perfect summer songs of 2023

By Athziry De La Peña There are so many types of songs you can listen to, that make your summer perfect. Here are the top 10 perfect summer songs based off of Spotify’s charts 2023. “Last Night” – Morgan Wallen  “Last Night” was released in 2023. He decided to make it a single after much […]

Kim Kardashian reminisces Marilyn Monroe


Kim Kardashian reminisces Marilyn Monroe

By Paige Blasi Kim Kardashian loses 16 pounds in three weeks to fit in Marilyn Monroe’s historical dress. Monroe was known as an actress and model. She wore the dress while performing “Happy Birthday” for President John F. Kennedy at a fundraiser. This performance remains one of the most famous performances of all time. The […]

Top 5 best cars for teens


Top 5 best cars for teens

These are the top 5 best and most affordable cars for teens. This list is compiled with cars that have the best gas mileage, are most efficient, and are the most reliable whenever you drive. 2016 Toyota CorollaThe 2016 Toyota Corolla is a four-door compact car that can seat up to five people and scored […]

REVIEW: ‘Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’ entertaining but strayed from Marvel traditions


By Cole Conklin A fascinating mix between fantasy, science fiction, action, thrillers, and psychological horror, the much anticipated Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness certainly steps out of the traditional bounds of Marvel movies. For the average moviegoer, the movie is reminiscent of films such as The Matrix, Inception, and Interstellar, with a creative […]