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James Overton

James Overton, News and Features Writer

In his first year as a Chatterbox staff member, James Overton is ecstatic to work as a writer for the news and Features section. 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 fencing, ping pong, and esports club. Overton also enjoys volunteering at the zoo.

Later on in life, Overton aspires to be either a molecular biologist or a TV writer, and hopes that WHHS prepares him for the aspects of 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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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, 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, News and Features Writer
April 11, 2024
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Baltimore bridge collapses

James Overton, 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, News and Features Writer
March 21, 2024
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Dragon Ball creator dies

James Overton, News and Features Writer
March 18, 2024
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Haiti nearing gang-led war

James Overton, News and Features Writer
March 12, 2024
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American moon landing

James Overton, 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 doesnt get passed, were gonna go try again. At some point, someones gonna have to do it. They cant stay on gas forever.”

Sunrise meets with board

James Overton, News and Features Writer
March 1, 2024
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Teen dies a day after school fight

James Overton, News and Features Writer
February 27, 2024
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Mayorkas’s impeachment

James Overton, 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, News and Features Writer
February 15, 2024

Taylor Swift MAGA Conspiracy

James Overton, 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, 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 youre really struggling with or that you really want to present, you can go to them and talk it out.”

Advice with Aftab

James Overton, 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, 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, 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, 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, News and Features Writer
September 22, 2023
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