Natalie Mahoney: One of Fourteen Strikeouts against Buckeye Valley The Licking Heights 2026 Softball season is underway and the Ladies are starting off strong with a 2-0 win over the Buckeye Valley Barons. The win came with Hornets pitcher Natalie Mahoney having 14 strikeouts. The Hornets opened up the scoring, scoring off a Buckeye Valley error in the 4th inning to put the score at 1-0 Hornets. Kelsey Carter scored the next run, hitting a solo home run in the 5th to put the

Illustration and Story by Patrick Mills      This past week I finished my two-month long journey of watching my new number-one sitcom ' How I Met Your Mother '.  The show starts with the introduction of the protagonist Ted Mosby, a man who is such a hopeless romantic that you can help feel bad for the guy living in New York City.       The show starts with Ted sharing an apartment with his two college friends, and self declared soulmates Lily Aldrin and Marshall Eriksen.  The

Jarrick Sexton is a senior at Licking Heights/CTEC and a dedicated member of the varsity wrestling team. Known for his vibrant spirit and the joy he brings to those around him, Jarrick has always been full of life and deeply loved by his friends, teammates, and community. Tragically, on Thursday night, Jarrick was involved in a terrible accident and has passed away. His mother Ashley is taking time away from work to be by his side every step of the way. The mounting medical

On March 11th, the official National Football League league year for 2026 began, and many notable players have already joined their new teams—well, almost everybody. On March 10th, 2026, around 7 p.m., news broke that newly acquired Baltimore Ravens pass rusher Maxx Crosby failed his physical due to knee problems from the previous season. After hearing this news, the Ravens backed out of the Crosby trade, giving the Ravens their two first-round picks back and putting the Las

On Wednesday, March 18th , the Licking Heights High School community will gather for a special Mindful Movement & Self Care Day , a dedicated evening designed to celebrate women’s empowerment. Starting at 5:00 PM, high school girls and their female guardians are invited to step away from the digital world and reconnect through intentional, restorative activities. From the soothing resonance of Sound Baths to the energy of popular line dances , the event promises a unique ble

This weekend, a group of dedicated students will represent our school at the Statehouse for the regional Ohio History Day competition. This year's participants have poured months of effort into complex group projects that align with the 2026 theme: "Revolution, Reaction, and Reform in History." From exploring the artistic breakthroughs of Renaissance masters to analyzing the global response to ozone layer depletion and the fight for women’s education, these students have bala

Celebrate Creativity at the 10th Annual Licking Heights District Art Show! Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of color and imagination! The 10th Annual Licking Heights District Art Show is back for 2026, showcasing the incredible talent and hard work of our student artists from across the district. From vibrant paintings and intricate sketches to unique sculptures, this milestone event celebrates a decade of artistic excellence in our community. Whether you're an art en

Prepare to be enthralled as the LHHS Theatre Club, in partnership with American Primary Healthcare, brings the weird and wonderful world of The Addams Family Musical to life! Join us for a night of macabre humor and heart-tugging moments as Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, grows up and falls in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family—a secret she confides only in her father, Gomez. Everything changes on the fateful night they host a di

Get ready to witness the power and precision of the Licking Heights Men's Volleyball team as they gear up for an action-packed 2026 season! Our journey kicks off with a series of high-stakes away matches, starting this Friday, March 13th, at DeSales. Throughout March and April, the Hornets will be testing their mettle against top-tier opponents like Gahanna Lincoln, Olentangy Liberty, and Westerville North. Whether it’s a grueling weekend tri-match or a classic weekday showdo

The Hornets are districit champs once again! The Hornets met with Westerville central last night and took them down 57-43. Keeping a steady lead on the Warhawks guaranteed their victory. The Hornets will now get ready to face New Albany Tuesday.

Licking Heights after clinching the LCL vs Licking Valley The Licking Heights Hornets are preparing for a game against the Reynoldsburg Raiders at Reynoldsburg tonight at 7pm. The Raiders are 4-0 in the last 4 games against the Hornets with their last game coming down to the wire where the Raiders won in a close one with a score of 52-49 at home. The Raiders have been hot on offense lately scoring 55 points in their last 6 games. The hornets have to worry about Jordie Bowens

Hornets get ready to face Westerville Central in district finals.

Our Licking Heights Cheer Team is now qualified for state!. Sunday the girls won first place in the bullseye battle at Ashland Highschool. The cheer team will now prepare for states this Sunday and make history!

The Hornets started off with a strong lead up, 14 in the first quarter. Went into halftime 41-25. Came back out and shut the panthers down with 28 points in the second half. The hornets will take on Mount Vernon February 13th. @flickupwitkaddy on Instagram

It’s Shoutout Time and we’re spotlighting two awesome teachers who bring energy, laughter, and inspiration to Licking Heights everyday!  Mrs. Matthews has been teaching for 18 years 13 of those being here at Licking Heights. She currently teaches Algebra 2 and loves getting to “be around with teenagers all day”. A fun fact you might not know is she had to take Calculus 1 three times before mastering it. Her favorite moments as a teacher are seeing her students graduate and wh

We interviewed Coach Roberson, a coach of the Licking Heights Football team. It was November 13, 2025, a Thursday. We walked down to the gym and Coach Roberson was teaching a tournament of badminton. After his many explanations, we went to the wrestling room to conduct the interview in a peaceful silence. First, we asked what time of the year was and he responded with summer, as he likes the hotter months and a break from teaching. Then, we asked what got him into coaching .

How does metal music help you with ADHD? As a person with these symptoms, high energy music gives an outlet to let out your frustration and stress, by giving a healthy way to improve focus and a more engaging environment instead of sitting in silence. Since metal has been around forever there is a huge community for people that experience mental health challenges and can help with giving advice on how to regulate your emotions (probably not professional advice) .  Nevertheles

Which is better: Chick-Fil-A or Popeyes? This right here is definitely a debate worth talking about because both of their spicy chicken sandwiches are elite. Chick-Fil-A's sandwich doesn't come with sauce, but it is extra seasoned with nice buttered toasted bread that makes the sandwich good. Also, it's incredibly crispy. However, the Popeyes sandwich has a gifting sauce, bigger chicken, and if crispy and cooked the right way, it tastes amazing. In my opinion, Popeyes has bet

Feed by M.T. Anderson: The story of the future of how people had internet access just by using your brain to gain you internet access, but is it really worth it? Plot: The story begins when Titus the main character and his friends meets this beautiful girl named Violet who doesn't like the Feed because of all the negative affects the feed is doing to everyone overtime as Titus and Violet become closer the Feed steps in the way of their  relationship  to promote all their cons