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James Overton

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer

In his second year as a Chatterbox staff member, James Overton is ecstatic to work as Managing Editor of Gold Team and a News and Features Writer. He hopes to improve and broaden his style of writing through this journalistic experience.

Overton also participates in the WHHS theater productions, is a member of Sources of Strength, Ping Pong Club, Green Club, and is the President of Mens’ Ensemble. Overton also enjoys volunteering at the zoo.

Later in life, Overton aspires to be either a molecular biologist or a TV writer, and hopes that WHHS prepares him for either of these careers.

James enjoys playing video games, the piano, and solving puzzles when he’s not busy with extracurriculars.

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Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour ends

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
December 18, 2024
“[My favorite holiday decoration is] by far the light displays,” Brian Meeron, a WHHS math teacher, said. “Especially when neighborhoods come together and do these giant ones. Even if it’s not my holiday tradition, it’s still fun to experience others having fun, too.”

Decorative December

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
December 18, 2024
Daniel Ruff, ‘24, the creator of “2054: The Wreckoning,” has been promoting the release of his film’s director’s cut across the campus of University of Cincinnati.

Return of “The Wreckoning”

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
December 6, 2024
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Tua Tagovailoa receives knee to the head

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
November 20, 2024
Sally Lundgren’s first bell English 8AA was granted the opportunity to interview a finalist for the national book award, Kenneth Cadow. Lundgren’s class read Cadow’s book, Gather, and she decided to reach out to see if he would be interested in an interview. To her and the classes’ surprise, he was.

[Photo] Book look

PJ Varatta, Section Editor of News and Features
November 21, 2024
When picking music to sing, Nims has countless options. “I have to use my professional judgment on music, which will be educational but also rewarding and fun,” Nims said. “I try to do a variety of styles from a variety of time periods. I want to pick music, which is worth spending a couple of months working on.”

[Photo] Keep calm and sing on

Elena Brown, Managing Editor of Student Life
November 19, 2024
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Nintendo makes music app

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
November 13, 2024
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Timothee Chalamet look-alikes contest

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
November 13, 2024
Originally, WHHS football home games would have kickoff at 7 p.m., but as of late, they have been pushed back to 5:30 p.m. Schedule changes such as this have been implemented by CPS to help students avoid community violence.

Proactive pushbacks

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
November 12, 2024
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Timothy Chalamet look-alikes pack Washington Square Park

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
November 6, 2024
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Trump seen working at McDonalds

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
October 28, 2024
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Assassination misery throughout history

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
October 28, 2024
“When I told my parents about how I was breaking the rule intentionally because I thought it was dumb, they told me to talk to an administrator,” Joseph Sutton, ‘25, said. “So I emailed Ashley Morgan, thinking she wouldn’t respond, and then she did and then we had a really productive conversation.”

Students step up

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
October 14, 2024
Tre Hall, ‘25, sits patiently for choir class to start while wearing a mask after returning from COVID-19 quarantine.

Pandemic part 2?

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
September 20, 2024
This year’s senior high musical, Chicago, has been nominated for 28 Cappies awards ranging from “Best Musical” to “Best Critic Team.” The winners will be announced at the Aronoff Center on May 23.

Countdown ‘til Cappies

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
May 17, 2024
Students are gathered throughout Blair Circle, hanging out with friends and enjoying Kona Ice as part of Earth Jam for the 2021-2022 school year.

Earth Jam through the years

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
May 8, 2024
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Dave & Buster’s to add betting system

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
May 7, 2024
Sunrise Movement celebrates with their supporters after they finally achieved their goal in getting the Electrification and Renewable Energy Resolution passed by the CPS board.

Resolution passed: Sunrise Movement achieves long-time goal

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
April 17, 2024
Jan Biesada, '24, and Liam Kelly, ‘28, fence in the forum.

[Photo] Phenomenal fencing

Axel Kindel, News and Features Writer
April 12, 2024
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Dodgers hitter Ohtani fires interpreter

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
April 11, 2024
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Baltimore bridge collapses

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
April 11, 2024
Youtuber Matthew Pattrick, known for multiple theorists channels, has retired from his hosting duties as of Mar. 9. Fans across the globe are saddened over the news, with even some WHHS students throwing the YouTuber a retirement party as appreciation for his years of entertainment.

MatPat steps down

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
March 21, 2024
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Dragon Ball creator dies

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
March 18, 2024
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Haiti nearing gang-led war

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
March 12, 2024
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American moon landing

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
March 6, 2024
Sunrise movement met with the CPS board over the past couple of months with high hopes of converting the district to renewable energy. “It all depends on whether or not the resolution passed,” Sophie Krumm, ‘25, a Sunrise member, said. “If it doesn't get passed, we're gonna go try again. At some point, someone's gonna have to do it. They can't stay on gas forever.”

Sunrise meets with board

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
March 1, 2024
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Teen dies a day after school fight

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
February 27, 2024
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Mayorkas’s impeachment

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
February 21, 2024
Students sit quietly at their desk as they watch Start With Hello’s violence prevention video.

Ohio’s new SAVE act reaches WHHS

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
February 15, 2024

Taylor Swift MAGA Conspiracy

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
February 9, 2024
With the temperature outside decreasing, faculty and students must find ways to work around varying temperatures on the inside. After her classes were relocated to a different room due to the cold temperatures in her classroom, Laurie Cotton used blankets and binder clips to try and insulate her windows from the cold.

Wild Walnut weather

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
January 30, 2024
Mayor Pureval covered numerous topics with members of StuCo during their Nov. 14 meeting. “I remember when he brought up the fact that any citizen from the city of Cincinnati can go to the city hall and speak in front of the mayor,” Ezana Worku, ‘24, Senior StuCo Rep, said. “They do that every Wednesday, so if you have an issue that you're really struggling with or that you really want to present, you can go to them and talk it out.”

Advice with Aftab

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
December 13, 2023
Over the past few weeks, Sunrise Movement has been spending its meetings researching CPS board members in preparation for an eventual meeting. “We just want [the CPS board] to at least consider renewable energy whenever they make a new energy decision,” Sophie Krumm, ‘25, one of the club’s co-presidents, said.

Sun-rising with a plan

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
November 13, 2023
Kevin McCarthy has turned down the opportunity to run for Speaker of the House once more, even after getting the chance to, despite being voted out.

McCarthy ousted

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
October 31, 2023
Custodians have placed numerous pineapple shaped wasp traps and sprayed bee killer across campus in attempts to lighten the insect problem.

Walnut vs wasps

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
October 13, 2023
After a summer’s worth of work, Green Club is ready to collect one of their largest and most diverse harvests to date. However, the club has more in store for its attendees than just a harvest. “We also have a large composting team who goes into the different classrooms and collects compost from specific teachers,” Daasi Afanuh, one of the club’s main leaders, said.

Harvesting success

James Overton, Managing Editor of Gold Team of Broadcast | News and Features Writer
September 22, 2023
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