Fionnuala Quinn - Editor In Chief
Mixed Market Thrift: A community cornerstone
Among the various shops around Oswego, a small thrift shop holds true vintage treasures. Mixed Market Thrift holds racks and racks of antique goodies. From classic hand-painted pieces to unique outfits, Mixed Market has a plethora of options to choose from. The shop, located at 27 Stone Hill Rd., Suite A, Oswego, IL, is the perfect small-town business with a warm and welcoming ambiance. They offer unique and eclectic pieces for every taste.
Breaking News: OH Varsity Cheer takes the mat at state
On Feb. 2, 2024, OH Varsity Cheer took the mat at the IHSA state competition in Bloomington, IL, at Illinois State University, rounding out their successful competitive season. Following the end of their sideline season, OH varsity competitive cheer competed against some of the top schools in the area. After an impressive season and a second place finish at the sectional competition, the team advanced to state for the second year in a row. “I think people underestimate how small the chances are for us to get here, essentially you have three minutes, it’s not an hour-long baseball game, it’s not a two-and-a-half-hour long football game. We get three minutes, and you get one shot,” said Varsity Cheer Coach Margaret Hill. “It shows how dedicated these kids are because they only get so many [[limited]] opportunities.” Not only did the competing team have the support of their parents and coaches, but they also welcomed a group of JV cheerleaders who left school on a “fan bus” to watch their team compete.
Opinion: When is it too early to decorate for Christmas?
With Halloween and Thanksgiving behind us, the upcoming holiday season looms in the air. Christmas is one of the most well-known holidays in the world, causing a discourse on when, if ever, the celebration begins too soon. So it begs the question: when can we start decorating for the Christmas season? In this point/counterpoint opinion, Managing Editor Nola Quinn and Staff Reporter Mel Bright-Jackson debate this very question.
BIONIC gives presentation to BOE advocating for graduation cords
This fall, BIONIC turned a dream from members a decade ago into a reality. Not only did the student group BOINIC receive graduation cords after 10 years of effort, but they had overwhelming support from both the school board and the Oswego community.
[[TRAD]] Reconocen Día Nacional de la Salud Mental
El Día Nacional de la Salud Mental fue reconocido el 10 de octubre de 2023. Fue declarado el 10 de octubre de 1992, con la intención de difundir la defensa de la salud mental. Con el paso de los años se ha convertido en un movimiento mundial con un tema fijo cada año. El tema de este año es “Nuestras mentes, nuestros derechos”. El objetivo es amplificar que la atención de salud mental es un derecho humano al que todos deberían tener acceso.