East Liverpool High School 2026 Fall Homecoming Court

October 1, 2026

East Liverpool High School has announced its 2026 Fall Homecoming Court. From left Izzy Buchheit, Paige Buchner, Aubrey Stevens, Adelyne McCready, Sierra Reed, Addison Buchheit, Paige Cowan and Hadley Dobbins. The Homecoming Crowing will be…

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Eugene Michael Bonifate

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