indepth november 2015volume 2 issue 2

As the weather starts to change and the days grow colder bringing crisp and biting breezes, the fashion trends at Gretna High have begun to shift as well. The excitement of the new season has brought out styles that could be easily defined as comfy and warm, contributing to oversized sweaters and shirts, boots, and flannels. Darker colors such as maroon, black and army green can be seen splashed throughout the halls and in classrooms. Switching textures from thin and breezy to thicker and more substantial fabrics is also common. The fall season offers versatile styles that will have wearers prepared for a day at the pumpkin patch or a night around the fire.

sweater weather

by: lauren foss

There are many different aspects to the season of fall. The students of GHS find enjoyment in a wide array of activities. Whether it is the leaves changing colors or football, all are important parts of the season.

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footballclothes

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fall favsby: katie stukenholtz

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Taylor Dostal, junior, wearing the popular fall shade, maroon.

Miranda Hanson, sophomore, sporting a t-shirt dress with a sweater wrapped around the waist.

Brendan Peterson, sophomore, wearing khaki pants, a popular trend for guys this fall.

Jayden Lindley, junior, wearing a stylish chambray button-up.

Austin Hillman, senior, seen well-suited to the fall with a flannel.

Photo by Katie Stukenholtz

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Photos by Lauren Foss

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indepthnovember 2015 volume 2 issue 2

The pleasant aroma of this decadent dessert cannot be escaped, and the mere sight of it is mouth watering. Pies have made their popular appearance this fall, but with so many flavors to choose from, it is often difficult to pick just one. Whether it is apple, pecan, pumpkin, blueberry, or cherry, one thing is for sure, every slice will leave you reaching for another.

The arrival of autumn marks the beginning of the pumpkin spice season. The traditional pumpkin pie has evolved into a variety of products as companies try to be more innovative each year. From the pumpkin spice latte to pumpkin spice tortilla chips, the flavor has made its way into many areas of the food industry.

pumpkin spice Feverby: kayla calvert

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apple

pecan

cherry

blueberry

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a slice of heavenby: jamison karas

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collected from 54 students ghs

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Photos by Kayla Calvert

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10 november 2015 volume 2 issue 2indepth

the season of sniffles

daylight savings time factsby: amanda minckler

Daylight savings time ends on November 1st

this time we “fall back” so we lose an hour

dls was extended to save energy

arizona and hawaii do not observe dls

benjamin frankilin started the idea of dls

only seventy countries observe dls

It is that time of year where the leaves change, the clothes get cozier, and we get an extra hour of sleep. Here are a few quick facts about the reason for that hour of sleep.

by: Olivia kahler

80% are faced with fall allergies

#1 trigger for allergies is ragweed

Breezy weather causes: watery eyes and stuffy noses

We all look forward to fall. It brings cool weather and colorful skies, but also unwanted

allergies. They can be a problem for people throughout the whole year; however, allergies have a more powerful affect in the fall due to some aspects of nature that are brought along with the season.

Taylor Hamilton, junior, is a long time victim of year round allergies. She says they do not improve much in the fall.

“I get a stuffy nose and horrible cough,” said Hamilton. “I can pretty much never breathe out of my nose.”

The most common allergy trigger this time of year is ragweed. Its pollen is what causes the sneezing, itchy eyes and other symptoms. One plant can release about a billion grains of pollen.

Different kinds of mold also thrive in the fall, which can make people sick as well. They begin to grow in the spring but can last until the temperatures begin to freeze. According to Everyday Health, eighty percent of people suffer from fall allergies.

Many weeds also begin to grow around September and October. These plants have pollen that is either carried by the wind or insects. The breezy weather that comes with fall is a major contributor to the watery eyes and stuffy noses experienced at about this time.

“Allergies are our own bodies ‘overreaction’ to typically harmless substances,” said Mr. Burgett, science teacher. “Your body will release a chemical called ‘histamines’ to respond to these allergens.”

Allergies can be treated with over the counter medicines, containing antihistamines. Something as simple as washing your hands can also help prevent the effects of allergies.

fall weather spells trouble for allergy victimsAlthough the fall is a wonderful time

of year, allergies are not something people look forward to. There are various ways to prevent them in order to enjoy the wonderful fall weather that many look forward to all year.

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Halloween, a time for spooks, scares, ghouls and freaks to shine. Halloween is the time of year when children and teenagers alike prowl the night in search of sugary sweets. There are many stories to be shared between friends and family including getting spooked by a scary monster to tripping over a costume while on the hunt for candy.

remembering the 31stby: mike dart

“My best memory was walking up to a house thinking nobody was there and some guy popping out and scaring me.”-Cannon ahrens, junior

“A couple of years ago, I thought I lost my phone and looked for it the whole night.” -Sarah Harder, junior

“My worst memory is not being able to go trick or treating one year.” -Carter West, sophomore

“Getting dressed is the best part of Halloween.”-Savanna Snyder, junior

“When I was in a lion costume, I put my foot under my couch and a mouse trap clamped on my foot.”-Logan Davidson, freshman

“My friends, Hunter and Justin, were trick or treating when we saw teens that looked like they had BB guns so we ran away because they started chasing us.”-Brady Netzel, sophomore

“Going to the Chargers Chief game with my dad.” -Brendan Peterson, sophomore

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