“When we hear his call, we hear no mere bird. We hear the trumpet in the orchestra of evolution.” -Aldo Leopold Sandhill Cranes have a strong cultural and spiritual connection for many in WI and...

Wisconsin has two subspecies of painted turtles throughout much of the state, according to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR). The western subspecies are typically found in extreme...

"Alchemy" has a deep and layered meaning when it comes to the name of a local company. The name is derived from an alchemy stone, which is taking common materials and making something exquisite out of...

Have you ever had an interest in farming? There are many different types of farming and each one has a different set of things that bring it together. Tony and Laura Whitefeather are two organic vegetable...

St. Patrick's Day is one of those holidays that many celebrate but few fully understand. With that in mind, consider these facts brought to you by National Geographic Kids. St. Patrick ...

After giving it some thought, and playing with various words and phrases, I've settled on "got game, bruh?" as my preferred slogan for the Amherst High School Intramural Basketball Association (IBA). It...

Is the new bell schedule featuring an earlier start and a longer day proving to be a blessing or a curse? Reviews are mixed. In 2022, plans for construction on Amherst High school were finalizd. The...

As winter's chill begins to fade, many are on the lookout for exciting activities to dive into. One often overlooked option? Caring for horses! While it may seem daunting with various considerations like...

What are the Amherst High School’s staff up to for spring break this year? Well, one of our Spanish teachers, Profe Van Sluys is planning on traveling around Wisconsin and visiting the state parks....

Money, height, presents, drinks, food, the theme is always the same, the bigger the better. This carries on to almost everything including schools. Bigger schools provide more class opportunities to students,...