Kickin’ the shoe addiction
October 30, 2010 • written by Erin Erickson
Filed under Feature
When that paycheck’s burning a hole in your pocket, what’s the first thing you want to spend it on? New clothes? Maybe you just want save it in the bank. Or possibly spend it on a new pair of shoes. Some call it an addiction, others an obsession. The students involved in this affair... Read more »
FAHS band booster holds rummage sale
October 30, 2010 • written by Sam LeRoy
Filed under Around Town, Local, News
On September 11 the Band Boosters held their third annual Band Rummage Sale from 8 a.m.until 3 p.m. in the front parking lot. The rummage sale raised money for the district band which consists of bands from fifth to twelfth grades. The now annual event sells a wide range of items. “Families... Read more »
Girls Volleyball sets up for playoffs
October 30, 2010 • written by Alexiyah Kohler
Filed under High School, Sports
The three month season has begun for the varsity, lady Blackhawk, volleyball team. While former senior athletes are off to new places, the team is working hard to enhance their game and competition. Janelle Gerds, Madeline Podmolik and Alison Kozulla are the starters in the front row. Back row... Read more »
Rewards of high school clubs
October 30, 2010 • written by Breana McDonough
Filed under Individual Commentary, Opinion
According to the website dosomething.org, 62 percent of high school students make at least two friends by joining a club. With a statistic like this, it is no wonder why FAHS has plenty of clubs to choose from. Besides making new friends, what is it that makes a person join a club? “I have made... Read more »
Betty White gets hot, stays golden
October 30, 2010 • written by Megan Kemmett
Filed under Feature
The woman who found fame as a golden girl is enjoying new found success in her golden years. Betty White has recently revived her career by appearing in numerous TV shows, movies and commercials. As a result, her younger fan base has increased drastically. White, 88, has been a comedy queen all... Read more »
FFA Food Drive
October 30, 2010
Filed under Local, News
What better way to help the community than collecting food for the food pantry? Jeff Agnew and Shannon Farrell’s Agriculture classes recently collected non-perishable food items for the Fort Atkinson food pantry. “It’s a good idea to collect food for the food pantry because with the economy,... Read more »
PDA and Facebook hooking up
October 30, 2010 • written by Jessica Cravens
Filed under Individual Commentary, Opinion
Everyone knows how uncomfortable it is to see a couple make out or to see parents sneak a smooch, so when it comes to pictures of the same on Facebook, it’s not really different. “I think that couples showing affection is fine but NOT on Facebook. It’s just tacky! We’re supposed... Read more »
AFS student profile: Lourenco Fernandes
October 30, 2010 • written by Jessica Cravens
Filed under Around Town, Feature, People and Clubs
Going to a different country is never easy, and living there always proves even harder. But not for 18 year-old AFS Student Lourenco Fernandes, who is enjoying his time so far in the United States and jumped at the opportunity to learn about a different culture and live the “American dream.” The... Read more »
Ipod in one ear, Leah Weston’s opinion in the other
October 30, 2010 • written by Leah Weston
Filed under Individual Commentary, Opinion
Passing time between classes is a time to socialize and take a mental break from learning and school work. After many students ignored the no MP3 player rule during these passing periods, the faculty has given up and has now decided to allow MP3’s in the hallways, as long as only one ear bud... Read more »
Fall festivals continue as WI tradition
October 30, 2010 • written by Leah Weston
Filed under Around Town, Feature
From the hot days of summer to the crisp breeze of fall, many autumn activities are in full swing. Harvest Season There is a long tradition in autumn in Wisconsin of harvesting the fields and enjoying the fresh produce. Pumpkin farms and farmers markets are good places to embrace this tradition.... Read more »