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World Headlines

Lily Nobel, Production Editor November 10, 2023

Israel Isolates Gaza City The Israeli military has encircled Gaza City as of Monday, effectively splitting the Gaza Strip in half. Over 10,000 people have been killed in Gaza and more than 25,000 injured...

The Oberlin Enrichment and Activity Center is one of numerous polling places in Oberlin where citizens will cast their votes for Issues 1, 2, and 20, as well as for City Council on Tuesday.

Issue 20 Proposes Changes to County Government, Generating Controversy

Yasu Shinozaki, News Editor November 3, 2023

PSA: In-person voting will occur Nov. 7. A valid Ohio I.D., U.S. Military or Department of Veterans Affairs I.D., or U.S. passport is necessary to cast your ballot. Make sure to plan when you are going...

If Issue 1 passes, it will amend the state constitution, establishing an individual’s right to reproductive medical treatment.

Abortion Rights, Cannabis Legalization on Ballot in Ohio General Election

Ava Miller, The Bulletin Editor November 3, 2023

On Nov. 7, Ohio voters will participate in the state’s general election on Issues 1 and 2.  Issue 1 allows voters to decide upon a constitutional amendment change, establishing an individual’s right...

10 out of the 11 candidates for City Council were present at a forum organized by Oberlin Sunrise.

Oberlin Sunrise Hub Hosts City Council Candidates Climate Forum

JP Liddy and Belle Robles November 3, 2023

On Monday, Oct. 30, members of Oberlin Sunrise organized a forum to discuss the City’s plans for climate action and environmental sustainability.  The panel consisted of 10 of the 11 candidates currently...

Oberlin High School

Ms. Ruby N. Jones Community Scholarship Fund Celebrates its 25th Anniversary

Maja Saveva, Micah Rodriguez November 3, 2023

The Oberlin Community Youth Scholarship Fund was founded in 1998 to provide need-based financial aid in support of higher education to capable, college-aged students who demonstrate positive character...

Hal Sundt

Hal Sundt: Visiting Assistant Professor of Writing and Communication

Karthik Ranganadhan, Contributing News Editor November 3, 2023

Hal Sundt, OC ’12, is a visiting assistant professor of Writing and Communication. He received his MFA from Columbia University. His work has appeared in The New York Times Magazine, The Ringer, The...

Oberlin Alumni Reflect on Graduating During Economic Recessions

Carlota Lorán López November 3, 2023

On Thursday, Career Exploration and Development held “Graduating from Oberlin College into the Financial Crisis of 2007–2008,” a career panel of graduates from the classes of 2007 and 2008.  Yoshiko...

World Headlines

Zachary Stout November 3, 2023

Israel Launches Ground Attack in Gaza Against Hamas Israel has launched a ground attack against Hamas. This comes after being attacked by the militant organization Oct. 7 and declaring war in response....

Students particpate in national walkout in support of Palestinians.

Students Respond to Ongoing Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

Eloise Rich, Arts & Culture Editor October 27, 2023

Editors’ Note: This article contains references to grief, death, and topics that may be upsetting or triggering for some readers. At 1:45 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25, Oberlin students left classes, rehearsals,...

The Oberlin Gasholder Building was listed on the national register of historic places in 1998.

Oberlin Underground Railroad Center Opens in Gasholder Building After Years of Effort

Yasu Shinozaki, News Editor October 27, 2023

On Saturday, Oct. 7, the Oberlin Underground Railroad Center held its grand opening in the historic Oberlin Gasholder building on South Main Street. The Gasholder building has been renovated to serve as...

City Council Voter’s Guide

Ava Miller, The Bulletin Editor October 27, 2023

Incumbent Candidates:  Bryan Burgess, 44, is the current president of Oberlin City Council and has served six terms on the Council. Burgess is an Oberlin High School graduate, received a bachelor’s...

City Council Adopts Lorain County Solid Waste Proposal

Karthik Ranganadhan, Contributing News Editor October 27, 2023

On Oct. 16, the Oberlin City Council resolved to adopt the Lorain County 2024–33 Solid Waste Management Plan. The plan is the result of Ohio House Bill 592, which stipulated that all 88 Ohio counties...

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