Summer jobs abundant for Fort teens
April 21, 2011 • written by Taylor Brown
Filed under Around Town
As spring arrives in Wisconsin, the return of the color green to the grass and plant life often boosts the general mood and makes the last months of school a little more bearable. However, the warmer weather gets many high schoolers thinking of a completely different kind of green: money. Though... Read more »
FAHS target for vandalism
November 19, 2010 • written by Courtney Hammer
Filed under Around Town, Local, News
On the morning of Friday, October 22, graffiti was found on the east side of the building. “The graffiti was noticed and reported to us at approximately 7 a.m. on Friday, October 22,” Associate Principal Brent Torrenga said. After the vandalism was reported, Torrenga and others called the Fort Atkinson... Read more »
Blodgett’s fire affects city
November 19, 2010 • written by Thomas Shockman
Filed under Around Town, Local, News
On Wednesday, October 20, Blodgett Garden Center burned to the ground. It was the second time in less than 50 years that the garden center has succumbed to fire, although it was in a different location for the previous fire. Blodgett Garden Center sold garden supplies, pet food, animal feed and... Read more »
Tastin’ with Thomas: The Feed Mill
November 19, 2010 • written by Thomas Shockman
Filed under Around Town, Feature, Restaurant Review
While thinking about the Feed Mill, a restaurant in Cambridge, one word one word comes to mind: “mediocrity”. The Feed Mill, which occupies the same building that previously held two now-closed restaurants, appears bland from the outside and nearly unchanged from the two restaurants that preceded... 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 »
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 »
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 »
Tastin’ with Thomas: Fuji Japanese Steakhouse
October 30, 2010 • written by Thomas Shockman
Filed under Around Town, Restaurant Review
Fuji Japanese Steakhouse recently opened, hoping to serve the Janesville area delectable Japanese food. Fuji served delicious food, provided an inviting atmosphere and was truly entertaining. Fuji features a sushi bar and hibachi grills. The restaurant looks a little drab on the outside, but as... Read more »
Homecoming 2010
October 4, 2010 • written by Rebecca Brown
Filed under Around Town, Feature, Local, News, People and Clubs
On October 3-9, students, staff and alumni will celebrate the 79th annual Homecoming. As one of Fort Atkinson High School’s traditions, students are encouraged to attend and support the varsity football team against Oregon at 7:00 p.m, Friday, October 8. “I’m very excited; it is fun to represent... Read more »
FAHS Band Rummage Sale
October 4, 2010 • written by Sam LeRoy
Filed under Around Town, Feature, 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 donate... Read more »