Ethan Monahan - Co-Editor in Chief, Podcast Co-Editor
Wrestling the challenges of a new season: Boys’ wrestling starts up
As fall sports wind down and winter falls, boys' wrestling is now starting up its season. Open mats and after-school practices have been letting the boys get back in shape, but the real deal is now here. The team's first match took place on Nov. 26 at Wheaton Warrenville South. Their second match on Nov. 29 was cancelled due to the snowstorm that took place that weekend. But despite this rocky start, the boys are still determined and excited for the season, hoping their hard work pays off. “To prepare myself for the season, I took a lot of time to lift, and I watched a lot of film,” said OH senior and varsity wrestler Logan Nieves. “I am happy to say that I am very excited for the upcoming season.”
Keller’s Farmstand: Fall fun and community connection in Oswego
Kellers Farmstand in Oswego offers many fall festivities for OH students and Oswego residents. The farm stand is a staple among Oswego residents, and many beloved activities are open again for fall. “I see OH students and their families visiting the farm pretty often because there are a lot of people from Oswego who work here,” said OH senior and Keller’s employee Rebecca Dutton. “It’s very family-friendly, [[and]] there’s something for everyone—apples, apple cider donuts, a big play area, pumpkins, and a corn maze,” Dutton added. For Dutton, the best part of working at Keller’s is watching those simple moments of joy unfold.
Photo Essay: ‘She Kills Monsters’ slays on stage, opens tonight
The OH Standing O theater group performed their fall play, "She Kills Monsters," to student audiences today as a preview of this week's upcoming performances. A play written by Qui Nguyen, the plot centers on two sisters, Agnes and Tilly. After Tilly dies in a car crash, Agnes finds out more about her sister's life through her Dungeons & Dragons gaming module. OH actors move between the real world and the fantasy gaming world as Agnes processes the loss of her sister. With intricate costumes, special effects, sword play, and D&D gaming humor, the photo essay below showcases some of the scenes that slayed.
Breaking News: HoCo Pep Assembly moved due to heat
In an email sent to students and parents/guardians this morning, the OH community learned that "due to the expected heat on Friday afternoon, the Homecoming Pep Assembly at Oswego High School will take place in the morning during periods 2 and 3." The heat, which according to The Weather Channel, is expected to be 90 degrees and sunny skies during the previously-scheduled 1:30 p.m. assembly, was of concern to administration. "I do understand that it was because of the heat or whatever which is good because like then we don't have to be out there [[[in the heat]] and all," said senior Cameron Fichtel. "But I feel like it's going to affect everyone's day having it at the beginning instead of the end.”
Podcast: Summer ’25 Music Review
42Fifty Editor-in-Chief Ethan Monahan, Managing Editor Sammie Davis, and staff reporter Torian Duncombe review the notable music released over summer break while students were away. Listen in this episode of 42Fifty's entertainment podcast for their take on the tracks that made your summer memories.