The Student Voice of Forest Hills Central

The Central Trend
The Christmas store provides a variety of holiday necessities, including toys, clothes, self care products, and household appliances.
Family Promise nears 30 years of battling homelessness in West Michigan, stressing the importance of FHC’s involvement in the Family Promise Christmas store
The Step Up for Down Syndrome event has become a staple for the Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan (DSAWM) community outreach.
The Step Up for Down Syndrome event provides a crucial connection for the community
Though the "Ada Cascade Bugle" targets a mostly adult audience, many FHPS students are happy to see themselves represented in the paper's sports section.
The “Ada Cascade Bugle” reminds the broader Forest Hills community to slow down, build lasting relationships, and appreciate local “happy news”
The Ada Farmers market is held every Tuesday morning to afternoon until Oct. 27th.
Vendors of Ada’s Farmers Market display that farmers markets truly are “a pillar of your community”
Many elementary schools in FHPS will transition from teaching world language to a larger focus on STEAM.
FHPS adds STEAM for JK-6 students—at the expense of world language
Senior Luke Ho has grown his passion for artistry since childhood.
Luke Ho’s passion for art has painted the perfect picture of his daily life
Nathan has learned to find new challenges for himself through his math classes.
Through unique interests, Nathan Pedres has grown his relationships with the people around him
Geno has brightened the ASL classroom with his friendly personality.
FHC’s newest furry friend diversifies the American Sign Language community
Brennan has spent his four years at FHC constantly branching out.
Throughout his high school career, Brennan Brown never stayed in his comfort zone
The Ranger Marching band is full of Section Leaders leading their way to success.
Ranger Marching Band Leadership 2026 Q&As
Senior Luke Ho has grown his passion for artistry since childhood.
Luke Ho’s passion for art has painted the perfect picture of his daily life
Nathan has learned to find new challenges for himself through his math classes.
Through unique interests, Nathan Pedres has grown his relationships with the people around him
Brennan has spent his four years at FHC constantly branching out.
Throughout his high school career, Brennan Brown never stayed in his comfort zone
Leen hopes to make a future for herself that includes her being apart of the medical field.
Resulting from family interests, Leen Abdullahi is able to express herself through a variety of different interests
Ella has learned to collaborate with other people to help in many different ways.
Ella Gaiser uses collaboration to help her find success in and out of the classroom
The Ranger Marching band is full of Section Leaders leading their way to success.
Ranger Marching Band Leadership 2026 Q&As
2026 Homecoming Court Q&As
2026 Homecoming Court Q&As
The Ada Farmers market is held every Tuesday morning to afternoon until Oct. 27th.
Vendors of Ada’s Farmers Market display that farmers markets truly are “a pillar of your community”
2025 Fall Play Q&As - The Crucible Crew
2025 Fall Play Q&As – The Crucible Crew
2025 Fall Play Q&As - The Crucible Cast
2025 Fall Play Q&As – The Crucible Cast
Will the MLB salary cap be a welcomed change in professional sports?
The turn of tables: how the Milwaukee Brewers set the tone for the future of Major League Baseball
Puzzle mini games are the perfect little pause for your day.
The best puzzle games to test your niche knowledge
For as long as I can remember, anxiety has been a governor of my life.
I have a fear of shower drains; the struggle of constant worry
I oscillate between equanimity and tepid unease, both of which slowly kill me.
Quasi-camp ruminations on the impermanent and permanent
For Christmas enthusiasts, the first holiday commercial is more than just an advertisement; it's a reason to celebrate.
The first Christmas commercial of the year is a holiday itself
I will never forget the experience of seeing my favorite artist live.
Phoebe Bridgers’ “The Lost Tour” was a concert to remember
The beauty of "Wildwood" and how artists and animators at Laika capture the wonders of the natural world.
“Wildwood” is a soul-touching film that lives up to the Laika legacy
While the ending did leave me disappointed, the movie's outstanding plot makes up for it.
Despite the disappointing ending, “Resident Evil” far surpassed my expectations
"The Gilded Blade" was the resolution I needed for this series.
“The Gilded Blade” perfectly tied off the Inheritance Games saga
The Black Cat Frappuccino from Starbucks has a rich chocolate cake flavor that makes it taste like a dessert.
Is the Starbucks Black Cat Frappuccino worth the hype?
For as long as I can remember, anxiety has been a governor of my life.
I have a fear of shower drains; the struggle of constant worry
I oscillate between equanimity and tepid unease, both of which slowly kill me.
Quasi-camp ruminations on the impermanent and permanent
For Christmas enthusiasts, the first holiday commercial is more than just an advertisement; it's a reason to celebrate.
The first Christmas commercial of the year is a holiday itself
I don't think either one of us can fathom the idea of months-long separation.
Dear Parker
I was born in the wrong generation, and I will die on that hill.
Sometimes, I forget what year it is
Will the MLB salary cap be a welcomed change in professional sports?
The turn of tables: how the Milwaukee Brewers set the tone for the future of Major League Baseball
Javits Frimpong, a 15-year-old from the Bronx, was unfortunately shot and killed on the way to school.
The death of Javits Frimpong is a lasting example that bullying and gun violence are still major problems in the United States
You don't always have to be what is considered "niche," just be you.
You are not niche; you’re just obnoxious
Whenever the chance presents itself, it is important to cast your vote.
Political commercials attacking candidates should not sway your vote
The new Power to the Player Act plans to provide games with past freedoms.
The new Power to Player Act will allow players to experience freedoms long lost
Puzzle mini games are the perfect little pause for your day.
The best puzzle games to test your niche knowledge
The end of the football season means finding new activities to do on Friday nights.
How to keep your Friday nights fun and exciting without football games
Civic responsibility has become even more important as our generation reaches voting age.
Get out there and VOTE: a 24-hour guide for FHC’s newest 18-year-olds
Dressing up with someone else helps bring more fun and creativity to Halloween costumes.
A guide to creating the perfect Halloween duo costume
An energy drink can be the perfect thing to help your school day go smoother.
The top five best pick-me-ups before school
Photo Gallery: Powderpuff 2026
Photo Gallery: Powderpuff 2026
Photo Gallery: Ranger Rumble 2026
Photo Gallery: Ranger Rumble 2026
Photo Gallery: Senior Recognition 2026
Photo Gallery: Senior Recognition 2026
Photo Gallery: Lauren Quada and Nolan Bateson Winterfest Lip Sync
Photo Gallery: Lauren Quada and Nolan Bateson Winterfest Lip Sync
Photo Gallery: Juliana Gole and Ian El-Said Winterfest Lip Sync
Photo Gallery: Juliana Gole and Ian El-Said Winterfest Lip Sync
The Student Voice of Forest Hills Central

The Central Trend
The Student Voice of Forest Hills Central

The Central Trend
Brennan has spent his four years at FHC constantly branching out.
Throughout his high school career, Brennan Brown never stayed in his comfort zone
Carolina Hargis-Acevedo, Staff Writer • November 2, 2026

Skiing, ultimate frisbee, debate team, and jazz band. These are just a few of the activities that senior Brennan Brown has immersed himself in...

Editorials
Will the MLB salary cap be a welcomed change in professional sports?
The turn of tables: how the Milwaukee Brewers set the tone for the future of Major League Baseball
Nora Gruber, Staff Writer • November 6, 2026

For decades, Major League Baseball has been dancing on the edge of absurdity: a financial free-for-all. Large franchises like the New York Yankees...

Javits Frimpong, a 15-year-old from the Bronx, was unfortunately shot and killed on the way to school.
The death of Javits Frimpong is a lasting example that bullying and gun violence are still major problems in the United States
November 4, 2026
You don't always have to be what is considered "niche," just be you.
You are not niche; you’re just obnoxious
November 4, 2026
Whenever the chance presents itself, it is important to cast your vote.
Political commercials attacking candidates should not sway your vote
November 2, 2026
The new Power to the Player Act plans to provide games with past freedoms.
The new Power to Player Act will allow players to experience freedoms long lost
October 28, 2026
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Reviews
I will never forget the experience of seeing my favorite artist live.
Phoebe Bridgers’ “The Lost Tour” was a concert to remember
Anna Hatch, Junior Writer • November 5, 2026

In June, singer-songwriter Phoebe Bridgers announced she was going on tour, the first time since her former band, Boygenius, toured in 2023....

The beauty of "Wildwood" and how artists and animators at Laika capture the wonders of the natural world.
“Wildwood” is a soul-touching film that lives up to the Laika legacy
Elena Xiong, Junior Writer • November 5, 2026

Laika Studios is known for emotionally taxing narratives. Their specialty: telling bold, original stories. This filmmaking company boasts...

While the ending did leave me disappointed, the movie's outstanding plot makes up for it.
Despite the disappointing ending, “Resident Evil” far surpassed my expectations
Emily Griffin, Junior Writer • November 5, 2026

Sometimes a good movie can have you on the edge of your seat, fearing for the main character's life the entire time, but still leave you feeling...

"The Gilded Blade" was the resolution I needed for this series.
“The Gilded Blade” perfectly tied off the Inheritance Games saga
Matilda Bupp, Staff Writer • November 4, 2026

As an avid reader, especially of mysteries, I fell in love with The Inheritance Games the first time I picked it up. Two years later, the series...

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Columns
For as long as I can remember, anxiety has been a governor of my life.
I have a fear of shower drains; the struggle of constant worry
Lily Meade, Junior Writer • November 5, 2026

In first grade, I walked downstairs to see my family watching Steven Speilberg’s 1975 thriller, Jaws. I only saw three seconds of the film, a clip not even featuring the vilified sharks. Yet...

I oscillate between equanimity and tepid unease, both of which slowly kill me.
Quasi-camp ruminations on the impermanent and permanent
November 5, 2026
For Christmas enthusiasts, the first holiday commercial is more than just an advertisement; it's a reason to celebrate.
The first Christmas commercial of the year is a holiday itself
November 5, 2026
I don't think either one of us can fathom the idea of months-long separation.
Dear Parker
November 5, 2026
I was born in the wrong generation, and I will die on that hill.
Sometimes, I forget what year it is
November 4, 2026
People should enjoy the last bits of fall before decorating for Christmas.
Are we saying goodbye to fall too fast?
November 4, 2026
Lifestyle
Puzzle mini games are the perfect little pause for your day.
The best puzzle games to test your niche knowledge
Mallory Larson, Staff Writer • November 5, 2026

My personal doomsday came on August 27, 2025 when The New York Times (NYT) put its beloved mini crosswords behind a paywall. I had always...

The end of the football season means finding new activities to do on Friday nights.
How to keep your Friday nights fun and exciting without football games
November 4, 2026
Civic responsibility has become even more important as our generation reaches voting age.
Get out there and VOTE: a 24-hour guide for FHC’s newest 18-year-olds
November 2, 2026
Trending Stories
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"Iron Lung" doesn't deserve all the hate it recieves, although it does have it's respective areas for improvement.

"Iron Lung" is a complicated and misunderstood film, but it does have significant areas for improvement

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Javits Frimpong, a 15-year-old from the Bronx, was unfortunately shot and killed on the way to school.

The death of Javits Frimpong is a lasting example that bullying and gun violence are still major problems in the United States

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Vivek Ramaswamy's attack ad speaks to the greater shift to personal hostility in politics.

Ohio governor candidate Vivek Ramaswamy's new campaign ad shows how far from decency politics have become

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The recent NeeDoh outbreak brings the question, which ones are the best?

As the recent NeeDoh apocalypse takes over schools, these are the top five NeeDoh stress balls

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The Christmas store provides a variety of holiday necessities, including toys, clothes, self care products, and household appliances.

Family Promise nears 30 years of battling homelessness in West Michigan, stressing the importance of FHC's involvement in the Family Promise Christmas store

Photo Galleries
Photo Gallery: Powderpuff 2026
Photo Gallery: Powderpuff 2026
Addie McDowell, Editor-in-Chief • October 7, 2026

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Photo Gallery: Ranger Rumble 2026
October 5, 2026
Photo Gallery: Senior Recognition 2026
Photo Gallery: Senior Recognition 2026
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