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Friday, November 22, 2013 - Volume XL, Issue IV - South Salem High School - 1910 Church St. SE Salem, OR 97302
Julie McGowan Reporter
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yphoon Haiyan, the strongest storm to ever hit the Philippines, raged ashore on the island nation on Thursday, Nov. 7 at 4 a.m. local time, with winds recorded at up to 150 mph. As of Nov. 14, the United Nations reported more than 4,400 people have died as a result of Haiyan and over 600,000 people have been displaced. While aid is starting to come in, the government in the Philippines has experienced problems with its distribution. Though boxes of supplies are arriving at airports and military bases, damaged roads and limited transportation have left many regions waiting for food, water and medicine. NBC reported that, “In the worst-hit city, Tacloban, Mayor Alfred Romualdez said authorities lacked the necessary manpower and vehicles to both deliver supplies, and to clear
bodies off the streets.” The U.S. government has pledged $20 million in direct aid as well as an aircraft carrier, the U.S.S. George Washington, which is complete with medical facilities and food supplies. South’s daytime custodian, May Lundblade, has been significantly affected by Typhoon Haiyan as she has family in the Philippines that have been devastated by the storm. “They’re [Lundblade’s family] okay, they hid so they’re safe,” said Lundblade. Johanna Klarin, South’s Library Assistant, has organized a donation box intended to collect money to help Lundblade’s family. The donation box is located outside the bookkeepers window and both staff and students are encouraged to donate. “I figured that her being one of us Saxons, maybe we all should chip in to ease her load” Klarin said, “We are a big school, so if a lot of folks drop even just a quarter or two in the box, it will add up… so don’t be shy about donating just a little.”
TYPHOON HAIYAN: South Salem Community Raises Money
A mother and her young child seek refuge in a damaged school in a neighborhood in Tacloban city, Leyte province, central Philippines in search of help, Nov. 13, 2013. Photo courtesy LUI SIU WAI/XINHUA/ZUMA PRESS/MCT.
Winter Wear Drive
December to Remember Chloe Curtis Reporter
13-band show this December. This multi-band experience includes: The Neighborhood, Bastille, Grouplove, Young the Giant, Vampire Weekend n 2005, the first “December to and many more. Remember,” a multi-night music “The first show to sell out was festival, began just a year after Bastille, which sold out in an hour the radio station 94.7 KNRK became and a half. The second was Alt-J 94.7 FM. and comThe first show to sell out was Before 2005, ing in third KNRK had Bastille, which sold out in an hour was Vampire a one-night and a half. The second was Alt-J and weekend,” Christmas said Mark show every coming in third was Vampire week- Hamilton, end,” said Mark Hamilton. year with program ditwo or three rector for 94.7 in a phone interview. bands. However, once the radio staInterested in getting tickets for tion transitioned, 94.7 FM decided next year’s December to Rememto take an entirely different apber? Look into presale options. The proach to their holiday show. With presale is exclusive to members of the title “December to Remember,” the 94.7 nation. All it takes to bethey rebranded their holiday show come a member is to sign up on the into a larger, multi-band show. 94.7 website. Mark Hamilton and 94.7 FM’s event has increased in the radio station’s team sends out size during the last 8 years, growtexts and emails to members. ing from a five-band show to a
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I think it’s a really creative drive, and it’s helping a great cause,” said Mikela Rayburn.
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OKLAHOMA! south’s First Musical in four years Cassie Rambeau News Editor
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he South Salem High School drama department will be performing Oklahoma! The first musical South has performed since 2009, when “Little Shop of Horrors” was produced. Oklahoma! is set in the Oklahoma territory in 1906 and centers around two young men fighting over a young woman. “This musical is bigger and better than the last because it features a full pit orchestra mostly consisting of SSHS students (the last show was a 5-piece combo of hired musicians). This show rocks our award winning music and theater departments!” said technical director and theatre teacher, Julianna Gibbons, when asked, about the production. Leads in the production include Emily
Delia Rodriguez Reporter
Boring ‘14, William Curtis ‘14, Emily Walton ‘14, and Isaiah Nixon ‘14. The whole cast and crew consists of approximately 60 cast members, 20 musicians, and 35 crew members. Leading the production are tech director Julianna Gibbons, vocal director Carol Stenson, director Robert Salberg, music director Christopher Noel, and choreographer Dee MontgomerySmith. “I think we have some really good dance numbers. We have a lot of really cool lifts that the guys have to do with the girls,” said Lizz Baker ‘16, a dancer and chorus member. There is also an opportunity to see the production and enjoy food from the award winning South Culinary Arts program. They will be hosting a buffet on Dec. 6, which also includes admission into the musical.
the winter time, “ Barajas said. All types of warm, winter clothing are being accepted including, but not limited to, mittens, coats, socks, and sweaters. The collected clothing will be given to the Drop-In, a community center for homeless youth, a place where teens can get help and hang out in a safe and supportive environment. The Winter Wear Drive will come to a close at the beginning of Winter Break. “I’ve been talking about it in the [Key Club] meetings and suggesting to our members to bring donations,” said Mikela Rayburn ‘14, Key Club president, a supporter of the Wear Drive. “Really we’re just participating in the drive and helping get the word out. I think it’s a really creative drive, and it’s helping a great cause.”
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A Brief Survival Guide
Sam Firari checks women’s camouflage hoodies while shopping at Cabela’s, Photo courtesy of MARK HOFFMAN/MILWAUKEE JOURNAL SENTINEL/MCT.
Black Friday: A Perspective from Fred Meyer President, Lynn Gust
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eteran Black Friday shoppers know which stores offer the best sales, such as Walmart, Fred Meyer, Best Buy and Target. “A lot of our most sold products for children would have to be the lego merchandise,” said Lynn Gust, the President of Fred Meyer, “In the teenage range we sold a lot of clothes and video games. The top grossing video games, however, would be games from the Mario franchise. We also had a high selling profit in Grand Theft Auto games, along with Assassin’s Creed.” As the colder weather prompts people to stock up on heavier clothing, Gust went on to say, “Gift cards were another large seller last year, since people were saving so much during Black Friday that had more money to put on the gift cards, and we had to restock them many times, seeing as how they were completely out!”
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he most dangerous unofficial holiday of the year is Black Friday, a day of drastic sales. Because Black Friday takes place the day after Thanksgiving, shoppers must plan accordingly to get the special deals first. Black Friday can often turn into a ‘contact sport’ between die-hard shoppers, but the following tips will help ensure one’s safety. To decrease one’s chance of injury, always shop with a friend that can hold their own against other competitive shoppers. Wearing clothing that forms to one’s body is also helpful because the material will not get caught on someone else’s clothing. For extreme shoppers, wear a zentai suit to swiftly pass through crowds. Another tip includes wearing something tumescent, rather than tight fitting clothing, such as snowboarding pants or a large winter coat. This will help create a fluffy barrier between oneself and other people who may push or shove to get through a crowd.
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Turkey Alternatives Sara Togstad Graphic Design
room gravy and stuffing.” If the idea of an imitation meat product does not suit your taste, try a hearty pasta or seasoned fish. Pot pies are another easy dish to make that can have athering an entire family for the holiday season various contents, such as meat and vegetables, and vary in size, whether each family member gets their can be a tedious chore, let alone serving a dinner that they will enjoy. Turkey, gravy, cranber- own miniature pot pie or a large pie is dispersed among each person. ry sauce, rolls, and pumpkin pie are all classic ThanksThe holidays are notorious for sweets; if a sweetgiving dinner items, however, the turkey seems to tooth fever has swept take the fame in these through the family, try cold-winter holidays. an all-sweets ThanksgivThanksgiving is generally ing dinner. Rather than a province to carnivores. turkey, the main dish can In 2002, a study conbe a chocolate, fruit, or ducted by the National berry pie, with fruit salad Turkey Federation stated and vegan cupcakes with that 88% of Americans turkey or leaf designs as eat turkey during their sides to the main dish. Thanksgiving feast. If Given that fruit, berries, stuffing, turkey, or meat and the vegan ingredients in general are not your thing, or if family-made Photo courtesy of TOFURKY.COM AND DEBORAH DUNHAM. in the cupcakes are natural and healthy, the change food tastes odd, here are from the typical Thanksgivsome alternatives. ing dinner may overall be best for the whole family, Tofurky, a vegetarian meat-alternative company, not containing the grease and salty flavors that are has a line of different products for a large holiday usually found in dinner. dinner. One option is a large feast with bread crumbs No matter what is served on the table this season, and wild rice stuffing. Another is a roast beef-style Thanksgiving is a day to reminisce and bond with alternative, as well as a selection of meatless gravies. family. These products are made with a tofu-wheat protein “I like Thanksgiving because of family... but mostly blend that is combined with spices and herbs to crefood,” said Tackman. ate a realistic taste and texture. What could be better than putting a spin on the “My family is not all vegetarian, so we usually have traditional Thanksgiving dinner? a turkey,” Erica Tackman ‘16 said, “We make mush-
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No Shave November Lex Sosa
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ovember is almost over and the stubble is starting to become very apparent. The ever increasing amount of facial hair this month is of course due to No Shave November, a movement that is meant to help increase prostate cancer awareness through not shaving in the month of November, as the name No Shave November implies. “Is No Shave November just a thing a college guy made up for the fun of it?” asked Alex Wolf ‘15.
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Wondering what to do to make memories this year? The Young Womens Christian Association (YWCA) has hosted a popular multi-school dance called the MidValley Teen YWCA Salem Fundraiser Dance, or SnoBall. This year, SnoBall will be held on Dec. 7 from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. at the Oregon State Fairgrounds Pavilion and is open to any Marion-Polk County high school student. This year’s theme is “Dazzling In Diamonds” in honor of the 60th anniversary of the event. For many students, this dance is a high school experience that cannot be missed. Presale tickets cost $30 for single tickets and couple’s tickets are $50. Tickets are expensive, especially because most students must also purchase attire, pay for transportation and dinner, and buy a boutonniere and corsage. For students who can not afford a ticket, the YWCA is offering sponsored tickets. Students must download and complete a form off ywcasalem.
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This is a common question asked in regards to the campaign, and the actual origin of the hairy tradition started on Facebook in 2009. In the last four years, No Shave November has grown from under fifty participants to thousands. No Shave November is a small online organization and more about them can be found on their website noshavenovember.com While first looking at it, it might not make sense, but the idea behind it is to grow out facial hair as a symbol against cancer, because cancer patients often lose their hair in treatment. According to No Shave November’s web-
org/ snoball and then return it to the YWCA by Wed., Nov. 27. Tickets can be bought at the door for $35 per person, and $55 per couple. However, tickets are limited. Though the tickets are expensive for a high school event, it is for a good cause. “Most of the money goes towards the dance. It is very expensive to put on. However, the leftover money goes toward the homeless shelter, the mammogram clinic, and Da Vinci Girls, which is an after school program for young girls to explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math,” said Susan Adkins, the SnoBall director. SnoBall is the only multi-school dance within the Marion-Polk area. The event is an opportunity to meet up with friends from other schools, dance the night away, and a way help support a local organization while having a good time. Madeleine Raley
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site the purpose is also to donate the money saved by not shaving to the American Cancer Society. While the amount of money spent on shaving utensils can range anywhere from $12 to $35 any amount donated to the American Cancer Society helps to make a huge difference. So if participating in No Shave November then consider donating that money saved. While donating to help cancer research and treatment is important, the primary goal of No Shave November has always been to increase awareness, much like pink ribbons, beards in November have become a symbol against cancer.
Eminem
MMLP2
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n Nov. 5, 2013 Marshall Mathers, better known as Eminem released his album The Marshall Mathers LP2. In 2000, Eminem released Marshall Mathers LP. The MMLP has been one of his best works since he started his career as a rapper. Eminem fans expect only the best from him and the MMLP2. Eminem has even brought back his signature blonde dyed hair look, which was first shown on the preview trailer for “Berzerk.” Eminem has not used this blonde look since “Relapse.” In 2010, four years after “Relapse” he made “Recovery.” Eminem’s album is not only about bringing back his look but bringing back his style and the spark that made him famous around the world. “Survival” was first revealed with the trailer for Call Of Duty Ghosts, and is featured on the game’s soundtrack. Shortly after when Eminem first announced the upcoming MMLP2, he revealed the trailer for “Berzerk.” The song is reminiscent of his old albums, but also includes a faster tempo. When “Berzerk” was released to the public everyone questioned its style which is very different from what he made 13 years ago. Eminem released his second single “Rap God” on Monday Oct., 14, by the second day of its release the song had gained over 2,000,000 views on his YouTube channel, EminemMusic. In “Rap God” Eminem stated that he is starting to feel like a ‘Rap God,’ and that he is one of the best in the rapping industry. The album did not disappoint when it was released, “I think the album met my expectations. Although it wasn’t a sequel I really liked MMLP2,” said Emanuel Vilchez, ‘14, “Everything Eminem has done best is here, from murder fantasies, humor, rude jokes, and anger. I think MMLP2 is a statement from the Rap God!”
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Girls’ Basketball
Hayley Emory Reporter
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irls’ varsity basketball will compete in their first game on Dec. 5 against Lynwood High School. With many returning players and fresh faces, the lady Saxons are expected to have an excellent season. “We have four players returning from last year that received all-league honors,” said coach Nick McWilliams. Katie McWilliams ‘15 was unanimous 1st team all-CVC for the second year in a
row and also received all-state honors. Katie Donovan ‘14, Jenessa Bodine ‘14, and Jordan Woodvine ‘16 received honorable mentions. Holly Martinez-Moorman ‘14 and Naomi Wasser ‘14 are also returning varsity lettermen, as is Erin McNally ‘15. “Incoming freshman Evina Westbrook,” said coach McWilliams, “will also see significant playing time with our varsity and will have a strong impact.”
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n Nov. 18, the Saxon swim season officially started. The team’s first match will be held in early December. For the past two years, South’s swim team has been the defending district champions. This year the team is looking to go for their third straight win. “I would love to see this team have fun. Records and championships are great but what I enjoy the most is having a team that has a great time while competing and working hard towards improving each week,” said the varsity swim coach Eric Richey.
According to Richey, the boys’ team’s biggest competitors are McNary and the girl’s team’s biggest competitors are Sprague. West will be a formidable opponent for both. “I hope I get to swim at districts this year, because last year I was an alternate,” said Brian Prodzinski ‘16, when asked about how he hopes the season goes. Last year, South went in to the season with close to 90 swimmers, this year the team is expected to meet or exceed those numbers this season.
Sparks Pool at Willamette University. Photo by JULIA SALGADO.
Wrestling
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inter is just around the corner, and that means basketball season is almost here. This season the boys’ team returns with most of the squad from last year as well as some new key players. “We are also returning a firstteam all-league player for ourselves and two honorable mention players. So we have a lot of experience, a lot of confidence to build upon, and a lot of great offensive ability to score,” said varsity head coach Tyler Allen. Allen was hopeful for the season. He was especially excited about Seth Erickson ‘15, a recent transfer from West Salem, as well as a number of star players returning from last year. “We have a lot of experience, a lot of confidence to build upon, and a lot of great offensive ability to score,” he said. According to Allen, the team’s biggest competition this season will be McKay. “[Our biggest competition] would definitely be McKay. We played them tight last year. They’re a team much like us who returned almost everybody on their roster. They lost their starting point guard who may have averaged 1 or 2 points a game, very similar to us as far as experience returning for a new season,” said Allen. The boys’ first home game of the season will be Dec. 6 at 7 p.m. against Reynolds High School.
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he wrestling season has begun and head coach Eric Zehner has set great expectations “Last year we took some lumps due to the lack of participation. Our numbers were down,” said Zehner. According to Zehner, Sprague will be one of the teams biggest competitors. “I feel that we have potential in numbers, and if we listen to the coach we will have a great team,”said varsity wrestler and district champion Raul Villareal ‘14. Zehner mentioned some of this year’s returning talent, while also
Katie McWilliams ‘15. Photo by NICHELE HERNDON.
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expressing hopes for new talent. “We have a returning District Champion in Raul Villareal ‘14, a returning district placer in Tanner Stones ‘16, and a freestyle state placer in Vincent Villareal ‘16,” said Zehner, “We have a bunch of kids who are flying under the radar. I think by the end of the season people will know who they are. My expectations are very simple: to keep building this program into a championship team.” The team’s first match will be against West Salem High School on Dec. 12 at 7 p.m.
Raul Villareal ‘14 faces an opponent during a wrestling open gym. Photo by SHELBY MARTIN.
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Heath Ferry ‘14 and Gabe Matthews ‘16 fight for the rebound ball during a basketball open gym. Photo by SHELBY MARTIN.
State Wrap-Up Julia Salgado Reporter Volleyball - The volleyball team lost a close match to Sprague and made in to the second round of playoffs losing to Lakeridge. Their overall record was 6-4. “We really came together as a team and played not for ourselves, but for our teammates,” said Amy Miller ‘14. Football - The varsity team lost in a close game against Century in the first round of playoffs with a score of 40-43. Overall record was 4-6; CVC record was 2-3 “Our team as a whole did a great job buying into the program with such young players,” said Justin Campbell ‘14 Cross Country - The boys’ varsity team came in first in districts for the first time in many years. The girls’ team came in second by only a couple of points. Both teams made it to state this year. “Our team had a continuous
improvement from meet to meet all the way until the very last meet,” said Vivian Hawkinson ‘14. Boys’ Soccer - The boys’ varsity team was ranked number 3 in the CVC and made it through the first round of playoffs and lost against North Medford. There overall record was 7-5-2. “We had a tough end to the season when we lost badly to North Medford, but we all learned a lot going through the experience of traveling for playoff games,” Joe Corner ‘16 Girls’ Soccer - The girls’ varsity team made it into the first round of playoffs winning against Glencoe 2-1 then lost to Tualatin in the second round of playoffs with a score of 4-0. There overall record was 8-1-1. “We played to our potential and deserved every goal we got. We matched, knew ours and each others style of play,” said Eve Ponce ‘15.