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Talon Launches Advertising Display Ads

Talon Launches Advertising Display Ads

William Van Lannen February 12, 2025

The concept of advertising is nearly as old as mankind itself, and despite the advent of the computer age and even artificial intelligence, there's no reason to believe that advertising will disappear...

FFA Week Plans Announced

FFA Week Plans Announced

February 12, 2025

The week of Feb. 17-Feb. 24 is FFA week with a host of special days planned to mark this long-standing and iconic American institution. Students are encouraged to dress the part in a show of support.  Monday...

Fishing Team Second at Waupaca Chain O' Lakes Invitational

Fishing Team Second at Waupaca Chain O’ Lakes Invitational

February 11, 2025

The Amherst Fishing Team just missed top honors, finishing second overall at the annual Waupaca Chain O' Lake Invite held Jan. 18 on a wonderfully chilly but sunny day typical of...

Wis. Newspaper Association seeking student entries; deadline for photos and stories is Jan. 13

Wis. Newspaper Association seeking student entries; deadline for photos and stories is Jan. 13

December 17, 2024

The Wisconsin Newspaper Association Foundation is seeking entries for the WNAF High School Better Newspaper Contest. The WNAF strives to recognize journalism excellence throughout Wisconsin and this...

Judge Dutcher Discusses the Law, Sports, & Hunting

Judge Dutcher Discusses the Law, Sports, & Hunting

December 16, 2024

Waushara Circuit Court Judge Guy Dutcher discussed the intricacies of the law, the joys of college football, and the peace he finds in the woods when deer hunting during a special guest visit to Amherst...

Holiday Week Filled With Fun Activities for Students, Staff

Holiday Week Filled With Fun Activities for Students, Staff

Izzy Dambroski December 14, 2024

Student Council's Holiday Week is always one of the best times of the school year. It’s a week full of fun dress-up days, holiday vibes, and a super exciting pep rally to kick off winter break. This...

Christmas Concert Brings Together All Ages

Christmas Concert Brings Together All Ages

Ellie Laws December 14, 2024

Do you like Christmas? Well, here at the local Amherst Opera House, the Christmas in the Village Concert took place on December 14 with the support of the local community and our very own Amherst students....

FFA fruit sale underway

November 11, 2024

11-11-24 FFA Fruit Order Form (1) It's time for the annual FFA/FFA Alumni fruit sale fundraiser! If you haven't been asked by any FFA members yet and would still like to order something, please...

This Waupaca buck was "shot" by Mr. Van Lannen during twilight last October.

Hunters prep for gun deer season

Tyler Baltus-Polster November 11, 2024

As temperatures begin to drop below freezing, the countdown to the end of turkey season is underway. Many hunters are gearing up to participate in the latest nine-day gun deer seasons, donning their blaze...

Jacob Kirsling, Sam Stuczynski, Porter Stuczynski, and Marcus Kennedy represented the state of Wisconsin in a National Competition.

Amherst state agronomy champs honored at 97th Annual FFA National Convention

Faith Sopa November 8, 2024

This year, Amherst FFA sent 20 students to the 97th Annual National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis, Indiana. The adventure launched on Tuesday, October 22, and upon their return, several ...

Secret Service agent speaks to AHS students

Secret Service agent speaks to AHS students

November 8, 2024

Former Secret Service Agent Robert Jones spoke to high school students from Mr. Dummer's US History I class and Mr. Van Lannen's Media class via Google Meet on Thu., Nov. 7. Former Agent Jones served...

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