Cristina Murillo - Socials Editor
Christmas walk: The holiday season kick-off
As the festive lights twinkle around us, and we enter the prime of the holiday season, the Christmas Walk gets Oswegoians into the holiday spirit. The annual Christmas Walk was back in downtown Oswego on Dec. 5, a tradition many look forward to in anticipation of the holidays. OH senior Thomas Martinez said, “I've attended the Christmas Walk about two times, and every time I went it was a blast. And I've enjoyed the scenery and the decorations.”
‘Wicked Pt. 2’: Oz changed ‘for good’
Wicked is a magical Broadway musical that was later adapted for the big screen. This production is both exhilarating and heartbreaking simultaneously, with different elements used for the visuals, dance production, and music. Part Two of the film was released Nov. 21, and according to OH junior Delaney Segarra, “If you haven't seen the first one, go see the first one and get caught up.”
Podcast: Oswego kicks-off the season with annual Christmas Walk this Fri.
Podcast hosts Jessica Bellah, Ainslee Gerardot, and Cristina Murillo look ahead to the Fri., Dec. 5 Christmas Walk in downtown Oswego. Get holiday-hyped as they preview the pop-ups, holiday drinks, events, and favorite traditions at this annual community event. Oswego's Christmas Walk takes place Fri., Dec. 5 from 4:30 - 8:30 p.m. For full details, the Village of Oswego published a Christmas Walk guide to help residents plan their wintry fun.
Opinion: Can Crosstown’s updated theme ‘Blackout’ unify the student body?
Tonight arguably the biggest football game of the season: Crosstown, a game against our rival school, OE. Every year, Crosstown ends up having the biggest crowd turnout. OH junior and varsity cheerleader Riley Balhan said Crosstown is such a big deal because, “it's more fun and there are more people in the stands, [[plus]] the Orange Crew is crazy every year.”
Panther Marching Band places second at NIU Red & Black competition
OH’s Panther Marching Band earned second place at the Northern Illilnois University (NIU) Red & Black competition even as they fought against rain, nerves, and eight other bands in their 3A class on Sept. 20. OH Senior Liam Cooley, a percussionist and drum line member in the band, said the competition is “super important. I'm always enjoying going to our competitions.” The Northern Illinois Red & Black competition, held at NIU's Huskie Stadium, provided students with the opportunity to showcase their talents and skills in marching band.