The Student News Site of Rock Bridge High School

Bearing News
RBHS students walk through the new CPS weapons detection system to enter school.
Weapon detection systems at Rock Bridge leaves mixed opinions on student body
September 5, 2024
Photo of RBHS graduation cap and gown.
Columbia Public Schools prohibits individualization of attire at graduation, promotes community achievement
May 10, 2024
Ahlam Alamin (10) and Aneesh Calyam (9) run a check-in table during RBHS's annual debate tournament, COMO Classic, on Feb. 2.
RBHS Speech and Debate to hold showcase, aim to raise funds and awareness
May 9, 2024
Photo of Feeding Como flyer. The main event for Feeding Como is May 4, from 12pm-3pm at Bethel Park.
Feeding COMO holds annual potluck, raises awareness for food insecurity
May 3, 2024
Reid Fairlamb (12) practices his solo for the upcoming school musical, "Let it Be," during the April 30. dress rehearsal.
“Let it Be” will debut on opening night May 3 at 7 p.m.
May 2, 2024
Crew Norden (11) bats the ball. RBHS bruins won 4-1 at the baseball game Saturday, April 20.
Bruins Baseball ranks second in the state, April 20
April 23, 2024
Mari Miller (11) dribbles past a Cor Jesu Academy player in the 2024 MSHSAA Show-Me Showdown Class 6 Saturday, March 16.
RBHS varsity girls’ basketball beats Cor Jesu Academy 60-51 in Final Four
March 17, 2024
Malia Chievous (11) quickly runs to the basket against Incarnate Word during the 2024 MSHSAA Show-Me Showdown Class 6 Friday, March 15.
RBHS varsity girls’ basketball falls to Incarnate Word Academy 65-41 in Final Four
March 16, 2024
Squaring up for a three, senior Lexi Butts is looking to score the ball. The game ended in a 74-49 victory for the RBHS bruins over Helias on senior night.
RBHS varsity girls’ basketball dominates Helias 74-49
February 24, 2024
Ready to pass the ball, junior Malia Chievous (2) is looking for an open teammate. The RBHS Bruins took a 49-47 victory over the Cardinal Ritter Lions with a buzzer beater on Feb. 15.
RBHS varsity girls’ basketball triumphs over Cardinal Ritter Lions 49-47 with buzzer-beating shot
February 18, 2024
Students gather on the courtwarming dance floor.
Behind the scenes: StuCo plans school dances
March 21, 2025
The cover of "God Plays His Piano Drone," captured by Ethan Cooksey, highlights the "shoegaze" and "dream pop" feel of the album, released May 17, 2024.
‘God Plays His Piano Drone:’ The start of a young musician’s career
August 21, 2024
Image courtesy of Envato Elements
RBHS seniors reflect on their feelings of preparedness for college
May 8, 2024
Stress, anxiety skyrocket as students prepare for upcoming AP tests
Stress, anxiety skyrocket as students prepare for upcoming AP tests
April 18, 2024
Not even water?
Not even water?
April 10, 2024
The cover of "God Plays His Piano Drone," captured by Ethan Cooksey, highlights the "shoegaze" and "dream pop" feel of the album, released May 17, 2024.
‘God Plays His Piano Drone:’ The start of a young musician’s career
August 21, 2024
Photo courtesy of taylorswift.com
The Tortured Poets Department takes fatalistic approach, reflects real life
May 1, 2024
photo courtesy of IMDb.
“Kung Fu Panda 4” adds an entertaining yet predictable film to its franchise
March 10, 2024
Paul Atreides (Timothee Chalamet) in Dune: Part Two. Image courtesy of IMDb
“Dune: Part Two” sees large box office numbers, continues compelling story
March 9, 2024
Photo of the popular Valentine's Day candy conversation hearts. This treat dates back to 1847 and were originally used as throat lozenges. However, by the early 1900's they became a sweet treat to gift to a friend or valentine.
The bloody history of Valentine’s Day, how it morphed into the modern celebration
February 14, 2024
Photo of menstrual products
Metal exposure in tampons exposes the negligence of the menstrual product industry
October 1, 2024
Photo of Chappell Roan at the Gov Ball
The Respect and Demands of a Midwest Princess
September 18, 2024
The entrance to the Rock Bridge baseball and softball complex.
Weighing the Pros and Cons of School and Club Sports
May 22, 2024
Flags in the counselors office, represent college choices in the United States.
Navigating college recruitment first hand
May 20, 2024
Image of Howard-Evans Place prior to its destruction in 1995.
Inadequate district funding metrics perpetuate anti-Blackness, segregation in schools in the Greater St. Louis area
February 28, 2024
Transphobia remains a pressing issue in the American education system
Transphobia remains a pressing issue in the American education system
September 30, 2022
Photo courtesy of envato elements.
Crisis, conflict reporting unveils bias in western media
May 13, 2022
Daughter Of The Dragon, Anna May Wong
Fetishization drives violence against Asian women
April 7, 2022
The female gaze counteracts existing standards in cinema
The female gaze counteracts existing standards in cinema
December 20, 2021
The 27 Club glorifies premature death in the music industry
The 27 Club glorifies premature death in the music industry
December 3, 2021
The entrance to the Rock Bridge baseball and softball complex.
Weighing the Pros and Cons of School and Club Sports
May 22, 2024
Flags in the counselors office, represent college choices in the United States.
Navigating college recruitment first hand
May 20, 2024
End of high school prompts reflection, exploration of memories
End of high school prompts reflection, exploration of memories
May 19, 2022
Journaling journey, finding tranquility in writing
Journaling journey, finding tranquility in writing
April 6, 2022
sample caption
Online english renews desire to write
December 13, 2021
Southpaw Volume 15 Issue 2
Southpaw Volume 15 Issue 2
January 27, 2025
Southpaw Volume 15 Issue 1
Southpaw Volume 15 Issue 1
January 27, 2025
Southpaw Volume 14 Issue 4
Southpaw Volume 14 Issue 4
May 9, 2024
Southpaw Volume 14 Issue 3
Southpaw Volume 14 Issue 3
February 29, 2024
Southpaw cover for Volume 14 Issue 2. Photography by Bailey Blackburn
Southpaw Volume 14 Issue 2
February 29, 2024
CPS Debate captains Aditi Patel (12) and Avery Johnson (12) smile on stage while presenting awards. The awards ceremony concluded COMO Classic, which ran from Jan. 31 to Feb. 1.
COMO Classic Debate Tournament Photo Gallery
February 13, 2025
Riley Rolwing (11) and Brennan Scott (10) discuss how they're going to execute the 200m dash.
RBHS Track Team Opener at Battle Gallery
March 19, 2024
Children during March Mathness having a lunch break before doing various activities.
March Mathness Photo Gallery
March 18, 2024
The RBHS Show Choir members strike their final pose concluding their City Lights opening performance on Jan. 11. This pose marks the end of the song Candle in the Wind/Saturday Night by Elton John featuring soloist Reid Fairlamb (11).
RBHS Show Choir premieres City Lights performance on Jan. 11
January 15, 2024
This incredibly tall white light tree stands tall in the Veterans United light display. The light show will run through Dec. 17 from 7-10:30pm each night. Photo by Kaden Rhodes
Veterans United Light Show
December 14, 2023
RBHS wishes Principal Sirna happy birthday
RBHS wishes Principal Sirna happy birthday
April 12, 2020
Senior Thalia Montilla reflects on her favorite cultural traditions, addresses stereotypes
Senior Thalia Montilla reflects on her favorite cultural traditions, addresses stereotypes
April 11, 2020
How to make 4 DIY masks from household items
How to make 4 DIY masks from household items
April 5, 2020
Female students share what makes them feel beautiful
Female students share what makes them feel beautiful
March 28, 2020
Looking Back: True/False Boot Camp 2020
Looking Back: True/False Boot Camp 2020
March 19, 2020
Art by Vivian Spear
Shark rank: Barbie film series
October 29, 2021
Overexposed: Nature photography
Overexposed: Nature photography
February 11, 2021
Art by Rachel Stevens.
Super Bowl 55 prediciton
February 7, 2021
Photo by Desmond Kisida.
Overexposed: Sports/Action Photography
January 25, 2021
Tier list made on tier maker.com
Shark rank: Black Mirror
January 8, 2021
First Time I took the ACT
First Time I took the ACT
February 27, 2020
First time I tried modeling
First time I tried modeling
February 21, 2020
First time I tried a paper straw
First time I tried a paper straw
January 28, 2020
First time I made my own pasta
First time I made my own pasta
January 13, 2020
First Time I tried a new food
First Time I tried a new food
December 13, 2019
Bruin bear had a great fall
November 2, 2020
Students tell their favorite winter tales
Students tell their favorite winter tales
December 21, 2019
Bruin Bear's Snowtime Shenanigans
Bruin Bear: Showtime Shenanigans
December 14, 2019
Art by Devin Hall.
Students retell haunting tales
October 30, 2019
Undying Love
Undying Love
October 4, 2019
Photo courtesy of Shruti Gautam.
Sandeep Gautam and Manisha Jain
April 17, 2021
Photo courtesy of Sophia Eaton.
Touria El Jaoual
April 15, 2021
Photo courtesy of Anjali Noel Ramesh.
Shyamala Ramesh and Noel Ramesh Aloysius
April 13, 2021
My mom and dad in Hangzhou. Photo courtesy of Sarah Ding.
Zhijian Ye and Shinghua Ding
April 12, 2021
Biting my nails
Biting my nails
April 10, 2020
Photo courtesy of Shruti Gautam.
Sandeep Gautam and Manisha Jain
April 17, 2021
Photo courtesy of Sophia Eaton.
Touria El Jaoual
April 15, 2021
Photo courtesy of Anjali Noel Ramesh.
Shyamala Ramesh and Noel Ramesh Aloysius
April 13, 2021
My mom and dad in Hangzhou. Photo courtesy of Sarah Ding.
Zhijian Ye and Shinghua Ding
April 12, 2021
I was proud of myself for checking renewing my driver's license off my to-do list today. Photo by Bailey Stover.
Pandemic Diaries
June 26, 2020
Students work jobs to save money, evade boredom; responsibilities affect online learning
Students work jobs to save money, evade boredom; responsibilities affect online learning
April 8, 2020
How to make 4 DIY masks from household items
How to make 4 DIY masks from household items
April 5, 2020
Hands of adult female student typing on computer keyboard while studying at home in the evening
First day of online learning sparks discussions of academic equality
March 31, 2020
Close-up tablet computer in a woman hand. Photo from Envato Elements.
Students share initial thoughts on online education
March 31, 2020
Baby fox. Photo by Sarah Mosteller.
Human activities prove detrimental to environment, increase risk of infectious diseases
April 14, 2020
Political action, youth involvement necessary to protect environment
Political action, youth involvement necessary to protect environment
April 10, 2020
Blue recycling bag. Photo by Audrey Novinger
Waste Minimization Coordinator Ben Kreitner answers questions about city recycling policies
March 18, 2020
Photo illustration of single-use plastics by Sophie Froese.
Plastic pollution ruinous to environment, requires immediate action
February 17, 2020
Climate change presents hazards for Missouri agriculture
Climate change presents hazards for Missouri agriculture
February 3, 2020
The Student News Site of Rock Bridge High School

Bearing News
The Student News Site of Rock Bridge High School

Bearing News
All content by Brett Stover

MACC to offer ‘buy one, get one free’ summer courses

Brett Stover
May 1, 2015
CPS, CMNEA at ‘impasse’ over contracts

CPS, CMNEA at ‘impasse’ over contracts

Brett Stover
April 30, 2015
Code could become mainstream

Code could become mainstream

Brett Stover
April 17, 2015
'Four-peat. We can say it. Four-peat'

‘Four-peat. We can say it. Four-peat’

Brett Stover
March 22, 2015
Madison Treece (6p-4r) defends Cor Jesu's Claire Boyce during Friday's 52-41 semifinal win. Photo by Madeline Kuligowski.

Bruins pull away from Chargers, advance to title game

Brett Stover
March 21, 2015
Is religion dying out?

Is religion dying out?

Brett Stover
March 9, 2015
'Bitter Lake' lacks in substance

‘Bitter Lake’ lacks in substance

Brett Stover
March 7, 2015
Poster for "Drone." Image used under Fair Use copyright laws.

‘Drone’ promotes clear agenda

Brett Stover
March 7, 2015
Studies teachers convene to investigate effectiveness of recent honors program

Studies teachers convene to investigate effectiveness of recent honors program

Brett Stover
March 6, 2015
Annual Jubilee kicks off T/F 2015

Annual Jubilee kicks off T/F 2015

Brett Stover
March 5, 2015
Eric Kuse attempts a jump shot against Battle on Tuesday, Feb. 24. Kuse scored nine points as the Bruins crushed the crosstown Spartans 77-60. Photo by Jamey Jackson.

Bruins coast to win over Battle

Brett Stover
February 25, 2015
Ryan Kreklow makes a layup during Tuesday's 64-54 rivalry win over the Kewpies. Kreklow led the Bruins with 21 points.

Kreklow, Williams lead Bruins to comeback win over rival Kewpies.

Brett Stover
February 18, 2015
infographic by Maddy Mueller

Karl Marx was right

Brett Stover
January 29, 2015
Miller, Kewpies topple top-ranked Bruins

Miller, Kewpies topple top-ranked Bruins

Brett Stover
January 29, 2015
As the controversy evolves...

As the controversy evolves…

Brett Stover
December 26, 2014
'Miracle on 34th Street,' nearly 60 years old, stays fresh

‘Miracle on 34th Street,’ nearly 60 years old, stays fresh

Brett Stover
December 14, 2014
Winter play auditions to be held next Tuesday

Winter play auditions to be held next Tuesday

Brett Stover
December 11, 2014
Student View: Can the Tigers upset the Tide in Atlanta?

Student View: Can the Tigers upset the Tide in Atlanta?

Brett Stover
December 6, 2014
Boeschen, Bouchey kick off early signing period

Boeschen, Bouchey kick off early signing period

Brett Stover
November 13, 2014
Art by Dzung Nguyen

Is America too involved in the world?

Brett Stover
November 4, 2014
Apparent normalcy of shootings causes apathy

Apparent normalcy of shootings causes apathy

Brett Stover
October 30, 2014
Bruins fall to Kewpies 1-0 in district final

Bruins fall to Kewpies 1-0 in district final

Brett Stover
October 30, 2014
'Yik Yak' threat prompts lockdown

‘Yik Yak’ threat prompts lockdown

Brett Stover
September 19, 2014
Photo by Maribeth Eiken

Providence Bowl XIX

Brett Stover
September 16, 2014
Photo by Erin Kleekamp

Football Preview: Lee’s Summit West

Brett Stover
September 12, 2014
Football Preview: RBHS vs. Rockhurst

Football Preview: RBHS vs. Rockhurst

Brett Stover
August 22, 2014
Baseball advances to championship behind dominant Twehous

Baseball advances to championship behind dominant Twehous

Brett Stover
June 5, 2014
Call it a comeback: Bruins overcome 8-run deficit to reach district final

Call it a comeback: Bruins overcome 8-run deficit to reach district final

Brett Stover
May 21, 2014
Second Annual Midwest Pride Day comes to Missouri

Second Annual Midwest Pride Day comes to Missouri

Brett Stover
April 30, 2014
Jazz performance in 2013. Photo by Morgan Berk

Matt Harris joins jazz bands for Jazz Night

Brett Stover
April 28, 2014
CAPERS returns to the stage

CAPERS returns to the stage

Brett Stover
April 24, 2014
Photo by Renata Williams

Threepeat complete: Lady Bruins win third consecutive title

Brett Stover
March 23, 2014
'The Notorious Mr. Bout' portrays alternate view of infamous arms dealer

‘The Notorious Mr. Bout’ portrays alternate view of infamous arms dealer

Brett Stover
March 2, 2014
T/F Lingo

T/F Lingo

Brett Stover
February 27, 2014
Wayne Sells Field to receive new turf

Wayne Sells Field to receive new turf

Brett Stover
February 25, 2014
Courtwarming 2014: RBTV

Courtwarming 2014: RBTV

Brett Stover
February 24, 2014
On and off the mat: Senior Sam Crane , a Mizzou commit, is the natural leader of the Bruin wrestling team. Crane, left, wrestles a Kirksville opponent on Dec. 3 at Rock Bridge. By Maribeth Eiken

What you may have missed Friday: wrestling and swimming go to state

Brett Stover
February 22, 2014
Junior A.J. Ofodlie warms up during the state football championship Nov. 29, 2013 at the Edward Jones Dome in St. Louis, Mo. Ofodile has earned a spot as an all-American football player on their Army 2015 team. Photo by Marissa Soumokil

2 Bruin football players receive national awards

Brett Stover
February 13, 2014
Bruins pull away to defeat Raytown South

Bruins pull away to defeat Raytown South

Brett Stover
February 7, 2014
Kayla Cheadle named inaugural BN Athlete of the Week

Kayla Cheadle named inaugural BN Athlete of the Week

Brett Stover
January 28, 2014
Senior Jackson Dubinski goes in for a layup against Branson in an earlier game in the Culver's Classic. photo by Maribeth Eiken

Bruins drop Culver’s Classic final to surging Titans

Brett Stover
January 24, 2014
Clubs help spread holiday cheer at Rock Bridge Elementary with Adopt-A-Child

Clubs help spread holiday cheer at Rock Bridge Elementary with Adopt-A-Child

Brett Stover
December 20, 2013
Flutist practices in RBHS music wing. Photo by Morgan Berk

Large snowfall around Springfield causes date change for all-state band auditioning

Brett Stover
December 12, 2013
The Bruins kickoff return team meets with special teams coach Jamie Scholten. Rock Bridge beat Fort Zumwalt West 28-19 for the District Championship on Friday night. Photo by Erin Kleekamp

Football Prediction: state championship edition

Brett Stover
November 28, 2013
Photo by Maribeth Eiken

Bruins overcome 6 picks, earn state ‘ship berth

Brett Stover
November 23, 2013
Senior WR Zach Reuter stands on the field during the Bruins' season-opening win over DeSmet.

Football Preview: state semifinals edition

Brett Stover
November 22, 2013
Football Preview: district finals edition

Football Preview: district finals edition

Brett Stover
November 14, 2013
Junior, Alex Ofodile, runs the ball down the field in the fourth quarter to try and come back.

Bruins maul Jays, exact revenge for last week’s loss

Brett Stover
November 2, 2013
Junior Alex Ofodile runs the ball up the field, soon to be driven out of bounds.

Football Preview: Playoffs Edition

Brett Stover
November 1, 2013
Celebrate My Drive offers $100,000 prize

Celebrate My Drive offers $100,000 prize

Brett Stover
October 17, 2013
Turnage wins appeal, regains athletic eligibility

Turnage wins appeal, regains athletic eligibility

Brett Stover
October 9, 2013
Photo by Maribeth Eiken

Bruins exact revenge in Providence Bowl versus Kewpies

Brett Stover
September 28, 2013

Football Preview: Providence Bowl Edition

Brett Stover
September 27, 2013
Pep band cancelled for rivalry game

Pep band cancelled for rivalry game

Brett Stover
September 27, 2013
The RBHS-HHS lineup is tense as the cross-town rivals face-off in Faurot Field at the annual Providence Bowl. Photo by Asa Lory

Pep rally to be held Friday in Main Commons during lunch

Brett Stover
September 23, 2013
Antwon Turnage plays in the preseason Columbia Jamboree at Battle High School. Photo by Morgan Berk.

Football Preview: RBHS vs. Ray-Pec

Brett Stover
September 20, 2013
Three Kewpies against one Bruin, fighting to either end rushing yards or pushing towards a touchdown. Photo by Morgan Berk.

First all-Columbia football jamboree highlights Bruins’ development, ‘intensity’

Brett Stover
August 24, 2013
Photo by Renata Williams

Combination of honors and regular classes prove difficult

Brett Stover
May 23, 2013
Bidding Farewell

Bidding Farewell

Brett Stover
May 21, 2013

Social media prove unreliable for breaking news

Brett Stover
May 21, 2013
Theatrical Showcase closes today

Theatrical Showcase closes today

Brett Stover
May 4, 2013
Theatrical Showcase Preview

Theatrical Showcase Preview

Brett Stover
May 3, 2013
A Catholic church downtown. Photo by Laurel Critchfield

Catholic cardinals elect new pope

Brett Stover
March 13, 2013
'Winter, Go Away!' explores the opposition to Putin's regime

‘Winter, Go Away!’ explores the opposition to Putin’s regime

Brett Stover
March 1, 2013
The Collective Architecture of the Impossible brings vision to town

The Collective Architecture of the Impossible brings vision to town

Brett Stover
March 1, 2013
RBHS Show Choir prepares to run through their show the day before their premier performance. Both the Satin n' Lace and City Lights show choirs meet before school for their zero hour class, which begins at 7 a.m. every other day. Photo by Daphne Yu

District proposal moves up school start time

Brett Stover
January 9, 2013
The flag in front of RBHS hangs at half mast Dec. 21. Flags hung at half mast throughout the week to remember those who passed away in the Netwon shootings last Friday. Photo by Daphne Yu

Recent shootings show need for assault weapons ban

Brett Stover
December 21, 2012
Safety precautions make last day of semester closed campus

Safety precautions make last day of semester closed campus

Brett Stover
December 20, 2012
Romney doesn't worry about 47 percent of Americans

Romney doesn’t worry about 47 percent of Americans

Brett Stover
September 17, 2012

Catch Abagnale Jr at Jesse Hall

Brett Stover
September 6, 2012

Sophomore Student Council representatives announced

Brett Stover
August 31, 2012

Student council election Thursday; meet your candidates here

Brett Stover
August 29, 2012

Table tennis club offers chance for friendly competition

Brett Stover
August 24, 2012

Girls state basketball championship available online, on television

Brett Stover
March 9, 2012

‘Queen of Versailles’ offers rich insight into financial crisis

Brett Stover
March 3, 2012

‘Birds’ filmmaker offers insight into life of orphans in Pakistan

Brett Stover
March 2, 2012

‘These Birds Walk’ stumbles, ultimately soars

Brett Stover
March 2, 2012

School’s out Monday

Brett Stover
February 13, 2012

Other cities should follow Columbia’s lead when dealing with Occupiers

Brett Stover
November 23, 2011
Moving Forward: Dodging an opposing defender, freshman Nathaniel Acton advances the soccer ball towards the midfield line during RBHS's C-team game against Jefferson City on Oct. 19. RBHS won the match 4-1.

Soccer C-team plays varsity teams for challenge

Brett Stover
November 1, 2011
Load More Stories