Prior to Covid-19, students were able to have the day off from school when snow covered the ground and icy roads appeared. However, when the virus struck, Milford Public Schools made snow days into virtual learning days so there were no additional school days at the end of the year.     ...

     Madagascar’s citizens are making history as the country battles the world’s first climate-induced famine. Cyclones, locust invasions, and half a decade of consecutive droughts aggravated by sandstorms have plunged 1.3 million people into a state of severe hunger. This crisis has left Madagascans...

     The Giving Tree is a seasonal tradition in Milford’s elementary schools that aims to teach selflessness and generosity. The event was introduced to Milford in 2005 and has become a memorable fundraiser ever since.      The annual tradition assists families in the Milford school system...

     The Waukesha Christmas Parade has been a holiday tradition for over half a century, bringing together the community of Waukesha in Wisconsin. The 59th annual Christmas parade was held on Sunday, November 21, 2021, with the theme being comfort and joy.      This year’s parade was not so...

     Here comes the holiday season, but it is not so jolly for Christmas tree distributors.       There is an alarming tree shortage across the United States, affecting the holiday season. Climate change, deforestation, and wildfires are the cause of this shortage. With this, many are concerned...

     Over the course of recent months, local car dealerships have been struggling to receive the newest models of cars due to a severe microchip shortage. These shortages have left many people pursuing new cars frustrated and many dealerships concerned, as the demand for new cars have sharply increased.   ...

     Everyone has a go-to grocery store they shop at, a place to purchase the ingredients needed to make their favorite dishes. But how many are aware of what happens behind the scenes and the challenges these grocery stores face?       Currently, inflation, food shortages and labor shortages...

     The Salvation Army needs help creating change and providing hope throughout the community. Foran’s Key Club and Interact Club fundraise for the Milford Salvation Army so others have the ability to live a quality life. This money helps fund rehabilitation programs that heal addictions, change...

     In 1492, Columbus sailed the ocean blue, and it has been taught in history classes ever since. Year to year, humanities classes remain standard, concentrating on the history of Europe and North America. However, beginning next school year, students may diversify their understanding of the past...

     Foran High School hosts a variety of student clubs and activities, including Habitat for Humanity. Habitat for Humanity is a non-governmental, non-profit organization founded in 1976 by Millard and Linda Fuller. It was designed to help people in need by building, repairing, and improving their...

     The Foran school store has been closed for over two years due to Covid-19, but it will reopen in just a few short weeks under the direction of business teacher Mr. Jeff Blude, and will remain at the end of red hall.      The store will sell items including tee-shirts, sweat pants, bucket...

     Maternity leave is an employee benefit available for new mothers in most countries. Maternity leave can be up to about 12 weeks long if the family is eligible for it in the United States.      The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a law that guarantees 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected...