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The Student News Site of Rock Bridge High School

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The Student News Site of Rock Bridge High School

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Vision Zero acts to prevent distracted driving

Emily Oba April 30, 2019
Vision Zero tries to end all fatal car crashes by 2030.
Illustrated by Moy Zhong.

Varying viewpoints on vaccinations facilitate discussion

Emily Oba February 27, 2019

From Buddhist monks drinking snake venom in the 17th Century as an inoculation to snake bites, and the 17th century english using cowpox as a protection against smallpox, vaccinations have been around...

Seniors struggle with applying to college, receive teacher assistance

Seniors struggle with applying to college, receive teacher assistance

Emily Oba February 25, 2019
The frenzy of applying to college can become overwhelming for students who give themselves many options of schools.
Black History in Columbia, MO - Black History Month

Black History in Columbia, MO – Black History Month

Multiple Authors February 13, 2019

[vc_video link="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NBKXVckz3jg"]Ben Kimchi explains some of the black history of Columbia. Video by Isaac Parrish. Script by Emily Oba and Bailey Stover. Special thanks to...

Personal value worth more than financial circumstances

Personal value worth more than financial circumstances

Emily Oba December 18, 2018
Escaping what senior Jade Brady describes as a bad home life can prove difficult for a teenager because of the lack of finances; therefore, she worked to create an opportunity for herself to leave.
Senior Eric Estrada sharpens a lawnmower blade in his Small Engine Technology class at the CACC Dec. 7. He likes working with his hands and just landed a job at Jiffy Lube.

Estrada remains optimistic despite family, physical challenges

Emily Oba December 18, 2018

Standing in front of the entrance to the house, senior Eric Estrada kept a watchful eye on his old grandpa. Glancing at his cousin Toño, they both questioned him on how he got the cigarettes in his hands....

Freshman Walter Anderson works on his sketchbook for art adorned in a tie and overcoat on November 9th.
Photo by George Frey / Bearing News

Students dress for success

Emily Oba November 12, 2018
Students dress up for testing and important life events for a confidence boost and more overall success.
Girls' tennis secures fifth state championship in a row

Girls’ tennis secures fifth state championship in a row

Emily Oba October 21, 2018
The Bruins came out on top, achieving a team state championship title, making it the fifth in a row.
Art by Valeria Velasquez

Scoring high: test results continue to shape future

Emily Oba October 15, 2018
Although grades and test scores should not take control of a student’s life, they shouldn’t be dismissed completely.
Cruising into the world of JUULing: (from left) Seniors Ben Yelton, Johnny Prado-Cox and Dylan Soper carpool to Hy-Vee at their lunch break Thursday, Sept 13. Yelton and Soper take hits from JUULs, the most popular brand of e-cigarettes. These resemble small USB drives. Photo by Maya Bell.

FDA invests $60 million in push against e-cigarettes

Emily Oba October 8, 2018
As JUULing becomes more prevalent and popular among youth today, the FDA aims to spread awareness on the detriments of nicotene as well as prevent its consumption.
A sign advertising Homecoming week 2018 hangs in the main hall.

Student Council used student input for homecoming dance date decision

Emily Oba October 8, 2018
Student Council took student input through twitter poll to decide homecoming date.
Sophomore pitcher and outfielder Ella Schouten pitches to Holt High School Sept. 22. The Bruins lost the home game (0-5). They will play again in the Hickman Tournament this weekend. Photo by Sophie Eaton.

Softball to play in Hickman tournament

Emily Oba September 27, 2018
Tomorrow and Saturday, the softball team will play in the Hickman Tournament.
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