Aditi Varman | The Chronicle Proposed changes to Mason zoning laws could allow marijuana dispensaries to operate within city limits for the first time. This […]
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Students prepare for reimagined Black History Fest
Emily Kemper | The Chronicle The Mason Intermediate (MI) Black History Bowl has been a beloved event in Mason schools since 2007, where fifth-grade students […]
Sports
MHS Cheer Team flips onto national stage
Olivia Zellner | The Chronicle The 2025 competitive cheerleading season held many unexpected twists for the Mason High School (MHS) cheerleading team, ending their competition […]
The businesses students might be overlooking in downtown Mason
Katie Samol | The Chronicle
Read morePodcasts should not just be for our enjoyment
Allie Keim | The Chronicle Are you interested in self help, celebrity culture, movies, mental health or personal finance? Well, there is a podcast for you. From the Joe Rogan Experience to The Mel Robbins Podcast to Call Her Daddy, the podcast industry offers all individuals a platform based on their interests. As the media market has changed, so has […]
Read moreWatch out for mixed messages
Katie Samol | The Chronicle The other day when I received my order from Starbucks, for the first time ever, I noticed a handwritten note on my brown bag. “Have an awesome day,” the note read. This made me smile. Did an employee simply decide to do that? Or was there a deeper reason? Starbucks is bringing back handwritten names […]
Read moreDiversity is one of our greatest strengths
Sololiya Ebba | The Chronicle “This is not the time to shut down the diversity of voices,” said 17-time GRAMMY Award-winning singer and songwriter Alicia Keys, in her Dr. Dre Global Impact Award acceptance speech. Keys will be remembered as the first woman to receive this honor since the awards’ introduction six years ago. However, when the cameras flashed and […]
Read moreWhen given the chance, make a statement
Staff Ed The infamous Super Bowl halftime show gathers around 65,000 people on average every year, whereas the average concert attendance is 6,000 to 20,000. It is no secret that artists who perform there gain massive publicity and are widely watched, not only by the thousands of people in the stadium, but the millions watching from their couches as well. […]
Read moreMHS athletes tackle hair challenges in sports
Sololiya Ebba | The Chronicle In February, America celebrates Black History Month, honoring the achievements and contributions of African Americans. From the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) to the National Football League (NFL), Black athletes have played a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of sports. Black history is embedded in sports history. During the era of segregation, African Americans […]
Read moreGMC Champ Academic Team set sights on regionals
Jack Mendelsohn | The Chronicle After an undefeated regular season, the Mason Academic Team secured its fourth consecutive Greater Miami Conference (GMC) championship. With a streak of excellence showing no signs of stalling, the team has established itself as an academic powerhouse in the GMC. However, the Comets have shifted their focus to making a regional championship run. The Ohio […]
Read moreThe Mason Makers’ Market lets students share their passions
Allie Keim | The Chronicle With items for sale including baked goods, apparel, 3D printings, woodwork, jewelry and more, the first annual Mason Maker Market provided a space for student talents to shine. On February 22, 2025, Mason High School (MHS) held its first Mason Makers Market in the Dream Center. The event was held to highlight small student businesses […]
Read moreEuropean tours to expose students to new cultures
Sahaj Datta | The Chronicle When school trips are mentioned, a vacation in Europe is probably not the first to come to mind. Currently, there are 20 students, from rising freshmen to rising seniors, signed up to take an international tour of a myriad of European countries and coastlines this summer. Student Activities Director Lori Howard and Middle School Activities […]
Read moreStudents prepare for reimagined Black History Fest
Emily Kemper | The Chronicle The Mason Intermediate (MI) Black History Bowl has been a beloved event in Mason schools since 2007, where fifth-grade students compete in teams to answer trivia about Black historical figures and events. Now, the Mason High School (MHS) Black Student Union (BSU) is helping to open the celebration to the rest of the community with […]
Read moreProposed zoning changes in Mason could legalize dispensaries
Aditi Varman | The Chronicle Proposed changes to Mason zoning laws could allow marijuana dispensaries to operate within city limits for the first time. This possibility has stirred debates among Mason residents and local officials. Ordinance 2025-11 involves zoning code updates that determine if medical and recreational marijuana dispensaries and other marijuana business facilities will be permitted in Mason. There […]
Read moreMason Comets Capture Fifth Straight GMC Title
The Mason Comets Girls Basketball Team has once again asserted its dominance, clinching the 2024-25 Greater Miami Conference (GMC) Championship with a perfect 16-0 league record. The Comets sealed their title run on Saturday, February 8th, with a commanding 52-36 victory over Lakota West at home. This marks Mason’s fifth consecutive GMC title and eighth overall, further cementing the program’s […]
Read moreMason High School Unveils Upgraded Strength Room to Boost Athlete Performance
Nino Brooks | MBC Mason High School recently unveiled a newly remodeled strength room designed to enhance the training experience for its athletes. The upgraded facility features a wide array of new barbells and dumbbells, offering athletes a diverse selection of equipment to support their strength-building goals. These improvements are aimed at providing students with the best tools possible to […]
Read moreStaff Editorial: Snow days do not just mean no school
Grab your snow shovels and your sunscreen. You will be needing both this year. Some may consider the concept of climate change as liberal jargon or an issue of the past. But the truth is that without making changes now, future generations are at risk. There have been several attempts to delay climate change, such as the 2015 Paris Agreement. […]
Read moreThe music industry should not profit from death
Kaiya Lakes | The Chronicle After an artist dies, their fans mourn the loss of not only the artist, but the loss of talent and imprisonment of their unreleased music – most of the time. Watching Movies With The Sound Off by Mac Miller, The Party Never Ends. 2.0 by Juice Wrld, MTV Unplugged by Nirvana and Life After Death […]
Read moreIt is time to stop the countdown
Katie Samol | The Chronicle What is the next thing you are looking forward to? As soon as I pose the question, I would guess an answer pops right up. Maybe it is a holiday, a school dance, a weekend, or a vacation. This past October, I redownloaded my Countdown app and began entering upcoming events into the system so […]
Read moreCelebrities are not the only victims of the Palisades Fire
Megan Lee | The Chronicle Starting on January 7, 2025, the Palisades Fire spread over 23,000 acres, devastating the city of Los Angeles. The state of California is no stranger to wildfires. But for some reason, this blazing storm gained a lot more attention from the media, with every news outlet across the country broadcasting the state of the damage. […]
Read moreHigh school girls start band, discover voice
Olivia Zellner | The Chronicle Inspired by the rising wave of female-led bands in the music industry, three Mason High School (MHS) students are redefining what it means to create and perform music. The Citrinas, named after the iconic citrine gemstone, were formed roughly two years ago after the members decided to create a space where they could grow their […]
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