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The Tom Tom
The Student News Site of Bellevue East High School

The Tom Tom
The Student News Site of Bellevue East High School

The Tom Tom

Savannah Stultz, Newspaper Co-Entertainment Editor

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Hue go girl! Senior Carson Rollings focuses on blending colors for her painting. During springtime, she feels more inspired in her artistic endeavors and even anticipates creating more pieces soon. “I plan on spending a lot of my time outside while also drawing and painting what I see in my backyard,” Rollings said.

Students share spring hobbies

Savannah Stultz
May 19, 2025

For students facing mental health struggles, resources are available

Savannah Stultz
May 19, 2025
An era to Remember. A group of gender equality activists of the 1970’s are shown coming together to show support for the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA). This photo was featured in the Women’s Foundation of Lincoln & Lancaster County (WFLLC) documentary, “Miles to Go: Women Activists Reflect on the Road Traveled,” which brings attention to those who fought for gender equality in Lincoln and helped make progress to remedy other issues that affected women. “It’s so important for us to remember what happened in the past and to have these women’s voices telling their truths,” WFLLC President Kathy Uhrmacher said.

Groups across Omaha celebrate Women’s History Month

Savannah Stultz, Newspaper Co-Entertainment Editor
April 7, 2025
Illustration by Lisa Connell

Take accountability for your phone usage

Savannah Stultz
April 7, 2025

Best Rom-Coms to rewatch for this Valentines Day

Savannah Stultz, Co-Entertainment Editor
February 24, 2025

Teachers support student artists within the classroom

Savannah Stultz, Co-Entertainment Editor
February 11, 2025
Illustration by Lisa Connell

Seasonal depression affects students

Savannah Stultz, Newspaper Co-Entertainment Editor
December 13, 2024
Greatness in the making. Members of the inaugural Mayor’s Youth Council from left to right are Bellevue Mayor Rusty Hike, Merrick Hobbs, BenJamin Nicola, Victoria Bogatz, Timothy Bogatz, Henry Gregor, Gabrielle Shuster, Tessa Pointer, Councilwoman Kathy Welch, and Police Chief Kenneth Cleary. Meetings are held at the Bellevue City Council Chambers. “Our goal as the Mayor’s Youth Council is to bring another generation of voices and ideas to our community,” freshman Tim Bogatz said.

East students join new Mayor’s Youth Council

Savannah Stultz, Newspaper Co-Entertainment Editor
December 13, 2024
Ka-ching. (Left) Senior Ty Yoon carefully counts the amount of cash he needs to give back to a customer at the Beast Brew located in the Bellevue East library on October 16. Money that is earned by the Beast Brew goes towards buying more supplies for the store and to the FBLA organization. “I’d say that at times it [working at the Beast Brew] can be stressful,” said Yoon. “But it helps grow that experience, like in the real world.”

Behind the scenes of student-run cafe Beast Brew

Savannah Stultz, Newspaper Co-Entertainment Editor
November 1, 2024

Candy corn is actually terribly bad

Savannah Stultz, Newspaper Co-Entertainment Editor
November 1, 2024
Refreshing. Made up of creamy milk and flavorful espresso, Scooter’s Coffee Iced Vanilla Latte is the perfect drink to quench any thirst. This beverage has been a timeless classic on the Scooter’s Coffee menu.

Beast Brew vs. Scooters Coffee: which one is REALLY better?

Savannah Stultz, Newspaper Reporter
September 30, 2024
Green for the win. Green Bellevue Co-Founder Don Preister and OPPD Sustainability Manager Bridgette Slavin take a commemorative photo to celebrate the grand opening of the farmer’s market where Green Bellevue now hosts their Environment Champion Awards. The event, held on June 1, 2024, was sponsored by the OPPD, who frequently partners with Green Bellevue for projects related to the environment. “I think the more collaboration, the more partnerships, the more our voices unite, and we work together,” Preister said, “the more we can do.” Photo courtesy of Ruth Richter

Local groups act on climate crisis

Savannah Stultz, Newspaper Reporter
September 30, 2024
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