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David Ballines - Entertainment Editor

David Ballines - Entertainment Editor
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I am a 1st year Staff editor for 42Fifty, a senior at Oswego High School. I know plenty that I wish to share with all, but most will remain as is for the meanwhile. You can contact me by emailing 42Fifty@sd308.org and putting my name in the subject line. We welcome comments on our articles and feedback on our publication!

Crosstown: Looking forward to a memorable clash between Panthers and Wolves

Pictured is the 2023 Crosstown game between OH and OE, where OH won 16-0. Credit: Nicole Gartner, 42Fifty

Crosstown, the game between both football teams of OH and OE, is coming up soon on Oct. 25. Taking place at the OE football stadium, students will have time to partake in the theme for the game and school spirit together for this exciting rival match-up. ”Everyone is going to be together, there's a lot more spirit for our school because we're all chanting together hoping to win against the other school,” said OH sophomore Ava Stellmach.

Opinion: Popular sweets and treats at OH

Halloween candy and decoration supplies are on display at the Oswego Target, ready for the sugar-filled holiday. Credit: David Ballines, 42Fifty

Halloween comes around every Oct. 31, and with that comes gobs of candy. There are several kinds of sweets and snacks to collect and consume, which many do here in Oswego. According to a 42Fifty Insta poll, OH students look forward to a small, spooky treat. However, the variety of responses sparked a sticky question: What candies do students like and expect to see this year for Halloween?

Student music preferences: What’s popular with Panthers?

During passing periods, music is often heard from the PA system and from students themselves. What genres are popular? Credit: David Ballines, 42Fifty

Not always is it common to have the same taste in music as someone else, raising a major question: How common is my music taste? “I guess everybody does have their own music preference, and I feel like it's based off ] I don't know what, like, some people grow up with or like, what they've heard and they liked,”...

Driver’s Education: An OH learning opportunity for students

Pictured are several of the Driver’s Education cars in their designated parking spots at OH. Credit: David Ballines, 42Fifty

Driver’s Education is no new class, but driving is essential to know nowadays as everyday tasks deem cars as the most reliable form of transport. Although some students take driver's training through external sources, OH offers a comprehensive driver's education program. “The main goal is to teach ] how to drive safely, be a defensive driver, be aware of ]...

Opinion: Neon looks to compliment dates

Pictured is a 2023 Homecoming group of students wearing matching pink suits Credit: Joshua Kautz, OH

The 2024 OH Homecoming is an exciting day for many students, with the majority of students following the designated theme, creating an event with awesome attire. The theme of the 2024 Oswego homecoming was finally released: “Neon Nights”. However, this left many students frustrated and lost, many asking themselves “What should I wear to match?” “When I first heard the neon theme was picked for Homecoming, I was highly disappointed. I was like, ‘What am I gonna wear? What's this gonna look like?’” said senior Tennille Johnson.