Good morning, Preble County. The curtain rises this week on a tale of man-eating plants at Talawanda High School, where "Little Shop of Horrors" brings botanical mayhem to the stage March 14-16. Seniors Bryce Wortman and Ysabella Anders are channeling their real-life friendship into the lead roles, while the production team has secured professional-quality props from Cincinnati Conservatory of Music—creating a theatrical home for students who sometimes struggle to find their place elsewhere.
Meanwhile, fitness enthusiasts have a new destination as "Fitness on High" opens Friday, bringing women-focused wellness to Oxford's East High Street. The studio arrives during ongoing discussions about campus diversity programs at Miami University, where administrators are "reviewing" Ohio Senate legislation that would reshape DEI initiatives statewide. As other Ohio universities begin dismantling similar programs, Miami faculty like Professor Rodney Coates maintain that diversity remains inseparable from academic excellence.
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🎓 Ohio's senate bill threatens diversity programs at Miami University. The bill, which passed the Ohio Senate but awaits House approval, would ban DEI programs, restrict classroom discussions on controversial topics, and prohibit faculty strikes. Miami University has not yet altered its diversity initiatives, stating they are "reviewing the proposed legislation" while committing to follow the law. Other Ohio universities like Cincinnati and Ohio State have already begun eliminating DEI programs to protect their state funding. Faculty members have expressed strong opposition, with Professor Rodney Coates arguing that diversity is inseparable from academics and student protests are likely if changes are implemented.
💪 Oxford's new women-focused fitness studio opens Friday at 13B E. High St. "Fitness on High" offers hot yoga and reformer pilates classes in a space designed specifically for women's wellness needs. Co-owner Kerri Cissna, a Miami University professor, partnered with entrepreneurs Tyler Storer and Jackson Trester to bring trending workouts like yoga sculpt and barre to the community. The studio features eight different workout types across two studios with multiple instructors committed to creating a supportive environment for women of all ages. First-time visitors can use code FREECLASS on the website to try a session for free.
🎭 Talawanda students bring man-eating plant to high school stage. The Drama Club at Talawanda High School is performing "Little Shop of Horrors," featuring a sentient plant that devours humans, with shows running March 14-16. Seniors Bryce Wortman and Ysabella Anders play the lead roles of Seymour and Audrey, bringing their real-life friendship to their on-stage romance. The production rented props from Cincinnati Conservatory of Music, relying on donations and ticket sales since the club receives no district funding. Director Melanie Mortimore describes theater as "a home for kids that don't feel like they have a home anywhere else."
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