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Student Council Starting off on the Right Foot
By: Allyssa Peterson
During the student council meeting on September 10, the club talked about a few different things, but the first thing they did was announce the new officers:
President: Abi Kayser
Vice President: Haylee Downing
Secretary: Autumn Hoftender
Treasure: Bella Nightingale
Publicity: Hayden Gehring
After they announced the new officers, they went straight into talking about Homecoming which is next Saturday, September 20, 2025.
Dress-up days:
Monday: Beach vs. Biker
Tuesday: Celebrity Day
Wednesday: Paparazzi Day
Thursday: Red & Black Day
Friday: Class Color Day
Seniors- Pink, Juniors- Green, Sophomore- brown, Freshman- blue
AS A REMINDER: When you participate, your class WILL get points 🎉
They covered everything for homecoming and then went to transfer to their busiest time of the year, THE HUNGER DRIVE.
The Hunger Drive is a large event for the student council, and the club brainstormed many ways they could raise money for the cause.
50/50 football
Hat day- $1
Youth Football Night
Soccer/Football/Court announcement
Cereal Box Challenge- CRH
Cell Phone use- $1
Bake Sale
They concluded the meeting by brainstorming organizations and causes they'd like to help this year, including the following:
Blood Drive
St. Jude Hospital Money donation
Raising money for Red Cross
Orion Christmas for Kids
Appreciation Gifts for Staff (teachers, bus drivers, cooks, and janitors)
T-shirt sales
Card making and candy grams for nursing homes
Toys for Tots
Money donations for Hillcrest home
Heart Association Donations
Extra pick me ups around the school
Homecoming Schedule Set
By: Haley Ruser
Next weekend on Saturday, September 20th, is one of the most exciting days of the school year: homecoming. From school dress-up days and class competitions to town parades and football games, the week before homecoming successfully builds up anticipation for the big night.
Here is a more detailed description of next week’s events:
Dress-Up Days: Based on the number of people that participate in these creative dress-up days, each grade has a chance to win points that contribute to the class competition.
Monday (9/15) - Beach vs. Biker Day
Tuesday (9/16) - Celebrity Day
Wednesday (9/17) - Paparazzi Day
Thursday (9/18) - Red and Black Day
Friday (9/19) - Class Color Day
Homecoming Parade: The homecoming parade begins at 5pm on Thursday, September 18th, and will showcase not only the homecoming court, but it will also display sports and clubs, such as football and student council.
Homecoming Dinner: Following the homecoming parade, students, staff, and the rest of the community will enjoy dinner together in the OHS commons.
Town Pep Assembly: After the dinner, everyone should file into the main gym at OHS to witness hilarious competitions between students and staff members.
School Pep Assembly: Taking place at the end of the school day on Friday, September 19th, grades compete against each other in challenges and games, testing school spirit and teamwork.
Friday Football Game: At 7pm on Friday, September 19th, varsity will be playing against Newman, and the student section theme will be camo.
The Homecoming Dance will be on Saturday and will take place from 7-10 pm in the OHS commons. Homecoming court will be announced at 7 pm, followed by the couple dance. Make sure to attend for a night of dancing, music, and lots of fun!
What to Look Forward to in Fall
By: Haylee Downing
The weather is finally hitting the 50s and 60s, and that warm, comforting feeling of fall is growing near. Arguably the best season is right around the corner, so what are some things that can get us in that spirit?
First off, football season has begun. While football may not be for everyone, it certainly is a staple in the autumn season. Whether it’s going to school games or watching the NFL, you can certainly make the most of spending time with your friends and family. Also consider making some great treats to go along with this. All of your favorite coffee places are releasing their fall menu items, so grab your favorite pumpkin drink, pumpkin bars, and other sweet items to enjoy when you’re watching a game. If you seriously can’t stand watching football, I suggest getting out and going to other games like soccer and volleyball to show your support.
The two biggest dress up events are also coming up: Homecoming and Halloween. Hoco is on September 20, and the week of will be full of dress-up, parades, football, and so much more fun. Next month, Halloween will make its way into our households. In Davenport, the old Party City building is being converted into a Spirit Halloween, so be sure to go get your costumes there soon. There have also been releases of new horror movies such as The Black Phone 2, The Strangers: Chapter 2, and Him.
Fall is definitely one of the best seasons. There are so many great things to look forward to that can put us in great spirits. I recommend cozying up on the couch, turning on the game, and testing out Dairy Queen’s returning Pumpkin Pie Blizzard to help you settle in to autumn.
Driving for Success
By: Kadence Hammer
The Girls Golf Team has had a very successful season. The team won their golf meet on September 11, and there were a lot of achievements made throughout the match. Orion had an overall score of 173, which was 23 points more that their opponent, St. Bede, and the last qualifying team, Bureau Valley, who had actually gained a 44-point average. Lilly Stone and Evelyn Wilbur were the highlights of this match, being able to uphold their overall score of 42 and 40.
This organization has grown so much as a team and also growing as better individuals, the Orion Girls Golf team is not done yet with many more meets ahead of them. These girls will dominate more of their competition in a conference match on Wednesday, September 17th. Come out to support your local golf team!
Protests in the Capital of Nepal Throw Nation into Chaos
By: Andan Nguyen
On Monday, September 8th, 2025 mass demonstrations began in the Nepali Capital of Kathmandu, and other major cities around the south Asian nation. Protests made a turn for the worst turning into mass riots.
What caused the protests?
The people protested against the nation's Social Media Ban. 26 social media platforms were officially banned on September 4th which include Twitter, Whatsapp, Snapchat, Youtube, Facebook, Instagram.
The ban was an attempt to censor the people and the public. In 2024 the Nepali Parliament and Prime Minister put a plan to control and regulate the nation's online space.
The timeline of events
Monday, September 8th:
The first day of the protests, police crackdowns ended with 19 people killed with dozens injured in the fighting. Security forces were ordered to fire rubber bullets but they shot real bullets. Curfews are put in place.
Tuesday, September 9th:
The military has been deployed to tame the unrest. 4 time Prime Minister KP Sharma Ali, former communist party leader, resigned his position as the nation's prime minister. The Nepali Parliament was stormed by rioters which then lit the building on fire. Hundreds of prisoners have been escaping or being released in droves amidst the chaos.
Wednesday, September 10th
The skies of the city turn black as the security headquarters, government offices, and homes of politicians burn. The Prime Minister's office and Supreme Court are set on fire. The streets are dangerous as people, police, military, and criminals fight all throughout the city. 13,000 prisoners have escaped since Monday making the streets more dangerous.
Thursday, September 11th
The death toll has reached 25, over 600 people have been injured. The nation's president meets with protest figures, and a temporary government has been pulled together. Out of 30,000 incarcerated people in the nation, 15,000 total prisoners have escaped and over 60,000 military personnel have been deployed to crackdown and capture the escapees. Nepal’s borders and the untouched prisons remain on lockdown to avoid any more escapees.
Latest updates
As of today, Friday, September 12th, the death toll has risen drastically, as officials have 51 confirmed deaths. Over 1300 people are injured and are currently being hospitalized, so far hundreds of the escaped convicts have been recaptured but 12500 prisoners remain active and on the loose.
The situation still remains volatile and the nation will be in this state of destruction for weeks or possible months to come. Worldwide Japan and France are in a state of political infighting as well. After all the chaos that has gone on this week, especially in Nepal, it is a time to pray and send wishes to the millions of people being affected by events worldwide.
Photo Courtesy of Al Jazeera
Seven Scarlet Days
This is the third episode in the Seven Scarlet Days series this year highlighting the week's events and some recent news.
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