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I hope you guy’s are ready for spooky season because I am

Halloween

Anyhla Hammond, Staff Writer

Oct 23, 2025

Created by Anyhla Hammond on Canva

Are you guys ready for the spooky season? The season for fall, horror movies and Halloween? Well, get excited because the season is finally here.

Halloween is the most enjoyable holiday because of how creative and fun it can be. There are so many elements: costumes, decorations, sweet treats, scary activities, family traditions, movies and more. Let’s dive in and see what is creeping up on us this season.

Dressing Up

Many people love dressing up in costumes inspired by their favorite video game, movie or tv show. This year, many people will likely dress up as characters from new movies and TV shows. Wednesday, Strangers and Megan are some examples. People also love doing group costumes with friends and family. Scooby-Doo, Ghostbusters and Power Puff girls are some fun group costumes.

“I am dressing up as the Joker this year for Halloween because my boyfriend is dressing up as Batman.” said sophomore Bella Bullock.

Sweet Treats

Not only is Halloween just for dressing up, it’s also for all the candy and sweet treats you can get by going door to door and saying “trick or treat!” Lots of people love the sugary goodness, and chocolate. People’s favorite and most popular Halloween candy across the globe is M&M’s, Reese’s Snicker’s, Kit Kat’s, Haribo gummies and Toblerone.

“My favorite candy is Starburst because of all the fruity flavors they come in.” said sophomore Jazell Stanley.

What to Watch

Halloween is also most popular for the spookiness and scariness it brings. For example, many new horror movies are coming out this season. The most popular horror movie that came out so far is the new Conjuring movie, The Conjuring: Last Rites. Many people think this movie is the scariest movie they’ve ever seen.

“One of my favorite horror movies is Scream,” said sophomore Jamiya Homes. “I just like it because it’s spooky.”

What to Do

Other than going trick or treating and dressing up, there are lots of other activities and festive things people do on Halloween. Going to haunted trails is one of the most popular activities. You go with whoever you’d like and go through a mini maze while getting jump-scared by different props and people in costumes. Other activities include visiting a pumpkin patch, haunted hayrides and throwing parties.

“Out of all the Halloween activities, going to the haunted trail is my favorite,” said sophomore Emani Grissett. “You can go with friends and have fun.”

Whether it’s enjoyed for the thrill or for all of the sweet treats and candy you can get, Halloween still remains a celebration for many people to have fun and get together.

“just know, as soon as the clock strikes 12am on October 31’st be ready for all the goblins and monsters”!

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Anyhla Hammond, Staff Writer

Anyhla Hammond is a 16-year-old starting her sophomore year off with the West Wind. Hammond decided to join the program because she has a little experience from her previous school and wants to get more into interviewing people. Even though she’s still trying to get used to the class, she’s having a great time with all the new people she’s getting to know. Hammond is the middle child out of her siblings. She has two brothers and one sister. Hammond was born and raised in Shallotte, North Carolina. She enjoys being by herself, making money, and staying home in bed all day. Usually during her free time or for fun, you can find her sleeping or binge-watching Netflix shows. Fun fact about her, she was born in the back of an ambulance truck at the Grissettown McDonald’s. “I’ve been fast since birth, and I think that’s why I picked up running,” said Hammond. “I’ve been running track since the 5th grade, and I would like to continue my running career in college.” Hammond is very passionate about track and field. In fact, she says her whole world revolves around the sport. Her favorite events in track and field are the 100, 4×100, and 200 meter. Other than track, her world also revolves around her family. “I’m basically the second mom of the family,” said Hammond. “I’m always home taking care of my other siblings.” Even though Hammond has her life to live, she’s always gonna be around to help out her mom whenever she needs it. She cares deeply about her family, especially her sister. “After high school I want to go to college for track and field and maybe even try and make it to the Olympics, and if that doesn’t end up working out, I would want to go to school to learn to become a chiropractor and maybe even own my own business,” said Hammond. “I’m not sure what college I would like to go to yet, but sooner or later you will see me on TV breaking track world records.”