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On Feb. 28, the United States and Israel launched a surprise attack on Iran, starting a full-scale war between the nations that has engulfed the Middle East, with consequences that affect residents of Oswego, and OH students are feeling the impact at the gas pump. The war has sent shockwaves through oil prices because Iran is a major exporter of oil and is estimated to have 10% of the world's oil reserves. Since the war started, global oil prices have risen 40%.  “I think [there was] close to 50 or 60 cents per gallon price increase. I think it’s... leveled out a bit, but there was a time right when the conflict started where prices went up close to 40 cents in an hour,” said OH Consumer Ed teacher Lucas Frauenhoff.

State-wide testing has never failed to stress out students. Even with in-class preparation and support, some feel unprepared, may not care about it, or feel unmotivated to do well. It’s a tale as old as time, being confused about what’s going to occur on the day-of. OH ACT Prep teacher Thomas Hart is determined for all of his students to feel well prepared, motivated, and capable of their abilities to thrive during the test. “We start the semester with a base line of practice tests. We also have a textbook where we’ve done a lot of practice sets because that’s really what we’re trying to focus on” said Hart.

Earthmover Credit Union recently named lifelong Oswego resident and OH alum Janel Cabadas as their new CEO, after 20 years building her career at the credit union. She served as Vice President of Marketing & Business Development for over seven years before becoming Executive Vice President in 2024. “I don’t think there was a single role that prepared me for this position," Cabadas said. "Instead, it was a cumulative set of experiences that ultimately made me feel ready.” “Some impactful moments that pushed me outside my comfort zone and still stand out in my memory include hiring my first employee, managing someone I didn’t hire, holding my first strategic session, getting a new boss, and leading my first company‑wide initiative. Each of these moments required me to lead, communicate clearly, and follow through. It truly takes time and experience.”