KATE:
Recording live from the THS newsroom in Oxford, Ohio, this is THS daily news.
TESSA:
I’m TESS REYNOLDS
KATE:
and I’m KATE YOUNG
TESSA:
Today is Thursday, August 24th, 2023. Thanks for joining us.
KATE:
Did you wait in line for hours in the merch line at a Taylor Swift concert this summer? Attend a show with a group of Swifties? Hear a song you didn’t expect? Stand outside the venue just for the chance to hear Taylor sing your favorite song? The Tribune wants to hear from you.
TESSA:
That’s right. Dr. Weatherwax wants THS staff and students to know that Talawanda Tribune writers are looking for stories from people who attended a Taylor Swift show on the Eras tour this past summer.
KATE:
Send your stories to talawandatribune@talawanda.org today.
TESSA:
In other news, club meetings are underway here at the start of the school year. Here’s a quick run-down of upcoming club meetings at THS:
KATE:
Setting Stone, which creates Talawanda’s only literary-art magazine and hosts the popular concert-like event, the Coffee House, will have its first meeting today, right after school, in Mr. Aerni’s room, room 320. Stop by for a brief informational meeting to see if Setting Stone is for you. The meeting will be done in time for students to make the Drama Club meeting.
TESSA:
Speaking of the Drama Club meeting, THS’s Drama club will host its first meeting of the school year today, after school from 3 to 4, in the PAC.
KATE:
Project Green Club, a group focused on the environment and environmental issues, will meet in Mrs. Ruther’s room, room 223, on Tuesdays after school.
TESSA:
Another club meeting this week is the Youth Initiative Team, or YIT!, which focuses on helping people see the best in themselves. The group will meet this tomorrow in the Media Center during Tutorial.
KATE:
Looking at next week, Diversity Club is hosting its first meeting of the school year next Thursday, August 31st, right after school in Mrs. Schultze’s room, room 400. Snacks will be provided.Tessa:
Talawanda Best Buddies will host an informational meeting on Friday, September 1 in Room 316.
Kate:
Anyone interested in finding out more about Best Buddies is welcome to attend. There will be light snacks and the opportunity to meet some members! All grades are welcome to join this very informal club. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Sammons or president Brianna Johnson.
TESSA:
Ms. Mann wants everyone to know that Class Officer applications are available outside of her room, room 319.
KATE:
Class Officers represent their respective classes and organize events like Homecoming and Prom.
TESSA:
And, while Homecoming is weeks away, it’s never too early to start planning. Pick up your officer application outside of room 319 today.
KATE:
Lastly, the Media Center is running “fine free days” right now.
TESSA:
This means that, if you have an overdue book from last year, you can turn it into the Media Center today without receiving a late fine! So, get those books turned in today! Fine Free Days run from now until August 31st!
KATE:
Tessa, have you heard those songs playing during passing periods?
TESSA:
Yeah, I’ve heard them. I kind of wish I could add some new songs, though.
KATE:
Actually, there’s a way you can do that.
TESSA:
Really?
KATE:
Yeah, just scan the QR code in the upper right of the screen to add your songs ideas to the list!
TESSA:
Hey, Kate.
KATE:
Yeah, Tess.
TESSA:
Have you been to the Perfect Blend Cafe?
KATE:
The Perfect Blend Cafe? What’s that?
TESSA:
I’m glad you asked. Here’s a quick video with some info.
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Wow, that place sounds awesome! Make sure to stop by Tuesday and Friday mornings.
TESSA:
As we all know, sports are in full swing here at Talawanda, and here to report on everything sports-related is our very own Addi Thacker with Addi’s Added Time.
KATE:
*BANTER WITH ADDI*
ADDI:
It’s a busy day for sports here at Talawanda, but lets start with last night.

Boys soccer took on Wyoming, the game ending with a 6-0 loss for the Brave.

Girls Soccer game against Princeton tonight has ben cancelled.

Tennis will take on Taylor tonight at Home

Finally, Volleyball will have their first home game versus Taylor, varsity beginning at 7pm. The theme for tonight’s game is Black Out.

Good luck to all our athletes tonight.
From all of here at THS daily news, thanks for tuning in, and we’ll see you tomorrow.