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Events in Columbus this Summer
April 30, 2025
About the Contributors

Ronnie Eizenberg, Staff Writer
Ronnie Eizenberg is a Sophomore at Olentangy Liberty High School. This is her first year on the Cannon and Patriot Press Staff. She plays lacrosse and field hockey for the school team and is involved in clubs like the Environmental Club, Minds Matter, and the Red Cross. Outside of school, she enjoys skiing, watching The Big Bang Theory, and reading. This year, Ronnie is excited to share her writing with the school through the Patriot Press.
Max Downhower, Staff Writer
Max Downhower is a Sophomore at Liberty. This is their first year as a member of staff for The Patriot Press. They are also a member of staff for The Cannon. Passionate about what they believe in, journalism provides an outlet for Max to share their many opinions with the world. Their favorite book is Radio Silence by Alice Oseman, and their favorite movie is The Perks of Being a Wallflower. Their secret superpower is being able to recognize the first note of any song. Outside of writing, Max plays guitar, reads novels, and loves Disney.

Diya Kandula, Staff Writer & Photographer
Hi, I’m Diya Kandula, a junior and both a staff writer and photographer for the school news team. I’m passionate about capturing moments through photography and enjoy sharing stories that I hope my community finds both informational and engaging. When I’m not working on stories, I love exploring the world of culinary arts and taking long drives at night to clear my mind.