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Schjeldahl strives for EMT at 17

Schjeldahl strives for EMT at 17

Becoming a certified EMT at 17 is something no one has ever accomplished in Wisconsin. However, senior Audra Schjeldahl is currently in the process of accomplishing that feat, and according to certified EMT Amy Appel, what Audra’s doing requires a lot of drive and dedication.“She’s a go-getter. She doesn’t give up, she doesn’t whine. You [...]

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FCCLA blood drive a success

FCCLA blood drive a success

Every year at the high school, FCCLA students and staff help out to organize a blood drive for those who are at loss without a donation. “We’ve held a blood drive here for eight years plus. We start a year in advance to give Red Cross time to get ready to come to our school,” [...]

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Channel 97 News December 19

Channel 97 News December 19

We find out why Project Christmas is a popular volunteering opportunity, plus see a review of Madrigal Dinner. If you’re wondering how to connect to the public wi-fi, we’ve got a quick tutorial on that. Plus, a team talks to a stand-out wrestler.

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Recall Walker debates heat up as Democrats collect signatures

Recall Walker debates heat up as Democrats collect signatures

After opening the 2011 regular session, the Wisconsin Senate and Assembly passed bills which have caused controversy and debate. Now Democrats have organized a recall drive against Gov. Scott Walker involving people of all ages from both sides. Recall supporters feel as though people were misled during the campaign process and that Walker’s actions have [...]

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Frustration runs high as Wi-Fi readied for use

Frustration runs high as Wi-Fi readied for use

Technical issues, not procedural, are behind the open Wi-Fi delay at the high school. A glitch in the system has made the Wi-Fi network unstable and the district tech team has been working to pin-point the main issue. For many in administration, this delay is very frustrating. “I’m frustrated we’ve had difficulty getting the Wi-Fi stable,” [...]

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Dig for a cure: Volleyball girls fundraise for breast cancer

Dig for a cure: Volleyball girls fundraise for breast cancer

A big win was accomplished for the Susan G. Komen for the Cure organization by community members, high school students and the volleyball team at a ‘Dig for a Cure’ event.

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Board Set to Decide Wi-Fi Policy

Board Set to Decide Wi-Fi Policy

Black River Falls High School could be in store for some drastic technology changes in the coming weeks. On Monday, September 19, the Black River Falls School Board will vote on a policy change which will allow students to have personal devices on their persons during the instructional day. The policy change push comes in [...]

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Markhardt recognized for excellence

Markhardt recognized for excellence

“My announcement today has something to do with excellence, a part of excellence found right here at Black River Falls High School,” said State Superintendent Tony Evers. The part of excellence that Evers was talking about was Agricultural Education teacher Brad Markhardt, who received the High School Teacher of the Year Award at a surprise [...]

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Markhardt Named Wisconsin’s Top HS Teacher

Markhardt Named Wisconsin’s Top HS Teacher

“Have you ever had to keep a secret?” asked Principal Tom Chambers at a surprise assembly Friday morning in the Sam Young Gym. For Chambers, the secret was a big one to keep. It’s not every day, every year or every decade that a teacher at Black River Falls High School is chosen as the [...]

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Runners or walkers: Students react to budget repair bill

Runners or walkers: Students react to budget repair bill

Thursday, February 17 presented BRFHS with a day of protest, debate and discussion. While staff members remained neutral in their statements, students buzzed with opinions of Governor Scott Walker’s proposed budget repair bill. “I feel as if our teachers and state employees are being attacked,” said junior Sydney Harkner. One of the main reasons for [...]

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