OM’s Favorite Candy

What’s your favorite candy? The Oakland Mills Journalists decided to hold a short survey to determine the OM community’s favorite and least-favorite candy in honor of our favorite spooky holiday. The survey results revealed that OM’s most-liked Halloween candy is Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups. 16.2% of those surveyed voted for Reese’s, with Sour Patch Kids coming in a close second at 13.1% of the surveyors.  … Continue reading OM’s Favorite Candy

The Process of Deftones’ Newest Album and Their Future Projects

On the 25th of September, the alternative metal band, Deftones, released their newest album “Ohms.” Named after the measurement of electrical resistance between two points, this record shows a far more collaborative and free flowing environment between the band members than their previous album, 2016’s “Gore.” One of the goals of this record, according to lead singer Chino Moreno, was to “make sure that balance … Continue reading The Process of Deftones’ Newest Album and Their Future Projects

A Virtual Graduation by Maya Vereen

Graduation: four years of hard work for the opportunity to walk across the stage in front of family and friends to receive your diploma. The class of 2020 might not have had the graduation they had dreamed of, but nevertheless, it was a great ceremony that showcased OM pride and student accomplishments. This year’s graduation was full of powerful messages and great performances by everyone … Continue reading A Virtual Graduation by Maya Vereen

Everything You Need to Know About Safe Handwashing by: David Afforo

From the person who brings you Oakland Mills’ favorite cartoons comes: a guide to safe handwashing. With this pandemic going on, I felt it was important to go over handwashing again so we can work on ending the pandemic as soon as possible. In this article, you’ll find some facts about why handwashing is so paramount, some myths about handwashing, and even a step by … Continue reading Everything You Need to Know About Safe Handwashing by: David Afforo

Help Save the World from Extinction Starting with the African Wild Dog! by: Jada Coley

An endangered species is a species plausible to be extinct in the future. According to NPR (National Public Radio), “1 million of the 8 million (8.7 million to be exact) species are endangered.” Additionally, 1 million animals are abused each year. According to the Humane Society, “the most common victims are dogs with Pitbulls at the top of the list.” Dogs and other household animals … Continue reading Help Save the World from Extinction Starting with the African Wild Dog! by: Jada Coley