It is a Mexican tradition celebrated around the world by millions of people,hold on this ritual goes back at least 3,000 years. It starts right on Halloween and November 1st and 2nd. The first is known as "Día de los Inocentes " Day of the Innocents and All Saints day . The second as "Día de los Muertos" and All Souls Day. They celebrate the lost of younger love ones who have past away (ex. babies, children, teens). The 2nd they celebrate the lost of the adults. The most interesting about this tradition they embrace death as a natural part of life (which it is) and return back to your love ones after death as spirits. Reminds me of the Egyptians, they believed in preserving the body and living in the after life once you die. They celebrate it through festivals and parade's. On Halloween they prep by setting up an alter surrounded by flowers such as marigolds which are commonly use because they're yellow like the sun and represents life and hope all in one. Also food and drinks candles and incense's are lighted. To make their deceased loved one welcomed back, if that's not done. They believe they will be angry and haunt them. Lets not forget the Calaveras! They come in all forms but the most popular form is the sugar skull. Which is made from sugar cane and decorated with icing's and many other things. Ahsha keys, SHS Junior
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So this past week Florida, Georgia, South Carolina and even North Carolina had a hurricane that was called Matthew. This hurricane impacted a lot of people in North Carolina had no power for about a week, they had to evacuate their homes,some are even stuck in their houses because of the floods. Sadly about 22 deaths was reported and more then 900 people were watered rescued. Hurricane Matthew formed near the Windward Islands on September 28, then it moved closer to the U.S. on the coast of Florida. This hurricane was a category 1. Luckily for us it wasn't as bad as it was in Haiti. Haiti was hit with a category 4 and they lost a lot. They lost their homes, their valuables and a lot of people passed away. We are hoping everyone is okay and that everyone who lost someone in their family during the hurricane is doing the best they can. On October 9th the hurricane finally left and was heading towards the Caribbeans. In Beaufort County, the power was still out for days but schools were back on track on Thursday. People were waiting for gas and Walmart was the only place that had power. Everyone went to Walmart and almost all the food was gone, it was like an apocalypse happened in Beaufort County. Everything is going back to the way it was, although some people still are trapped in their houses due to the floods everyone is safe.
Abigail Flores Sophomore The Devil's Tramping Ground is an absolute barren circle located in Chatham, North Carolina. No tree, flower, weed, or any other sign of vegetation grows here. Animals tuck their tails and run away in fear. Any item left in the circle will be mysteriously moved out in a violent manner. Many have tried to spend the night in the circle but no one that survived the night remained sane. The Tramping Ground has earned its name as it is said to be where the devil walks at night. At night his twisted mind thinks of new ways to torture more souls, his scorching hooves kill the vegetation, and he tosses anything in his path angrily. The reason why the men who spend the night go crazy is because the devil disguises himself as a beautiful fallen angel, tricking the poor lads and when he has them trapped he reveals his true self which drives them insane. It is said if you're driving through Chatham County late at night and you see the path leading to the Tramping Ground you can see the Devil rustling through the bushes and trees. As much fun as this may seem to some, my advice to you is if you see him, drive away as fast as possible. Miranda Crawford
Sophomore As many people from North Carolina know where and what Chowan University is, they may not know it is haunted by a mysterious lady. If you didn't know, the Brown Lady of Chowan, she was a former student who died over a 100 years ago. She is said to haunt her old dorm every year on Halloween night. So you may ask, how did she die? Her freshman year was successful, meeting a lover from New York, and still keeping her grades and studies in check. Beginning her sophomore year, she began to feel ill, and developed a fever. It was clear that her condition was serious and potentially fatal if not treated. As the last week of Halloween came around, her health declined, and she sent for her lover via telegram. He received the news, and immediately boarded the next train headed South, and arrived November 1st, but it was too late since she died the night before. The next Halloween, students heard strange noises in the halls. It was the sound of fabric rustling and moving throughout the corridor. Every year the noise returns, and some say it is the Brown Lady waiting for her lover and others say she is resuming her studies. Simone Henry Sophomore Halloween is a fun holiday that people of all ages can enjoy each year. While there are people having a good time dressed up as their favorite villains and monsters, we have to keep an eye out for the real monsters that may lurk around in your neighborhood. Here is a list of safety tips to keep you safe this Halloween.
Have a happy Halloween! Chyna Lopez, 11th grade There have been many recent sightings of clowns from South Carolina that have now made their way to North Carolina. At least a dozen police reports have been made. They’ve been attempting to lure children into the woods with money. These reports have been thought to be a hoax as to promote the Stephen King’s It in 2017.
The first sightings were made in Greenville, South Carolina. There have been over 10 police reports since August. One 50 year old woman made a report of four men dressed as clowns that followed her home. One waved at her before driving away. The latest sighting on Tuesday in Greensboro, a man with a machete chased a clown into the woods near an apartment complex. The person wearing a scary clown mask, red curly wig, yellow dotted shirt, blue clown pants, and clown shoes disappeared into the woods according to police. This year, Southside got a new principal named Mr. Johnson to replace Mr.Cole. Before coming to Southside, he originally grew up in Rock Ridge. Mr.Johnson graduated from Rock Ridge High School, NC State, and ECU. He's been a leadership coach with NC New Schools for the past 9 years and a principal for 25 years in Hertford, Nash Rocky Mount, Wilson, and Wake counties. He now currently lives in Pine Knoll Shores.
When he heard he was going to be Mr. Cole's replacement, he said he was excited, yet challenged. He knew he had to live up to Mr.Cole's legacy. Mr. Johnson says his stay at Southside has been great and the school has a wonderful family atmosphere. He thinks the staff is very student centered and fun and the students here should be lucky. His advice for the teachers is to keep up the good work for our students. Johnson's advice for students is to think about your goals in life now because if you don't know, it will be hard to get anywhere. What do you think about Mr.Johnson's stay here so far? Do you think he's lived up to Cole's legacy? Let us know in the comments below. Chyna Lopez, 11th grade |
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