4500,000 Men, Women and Children are Dead in Darfur

Story by Kate Murray
February 2003 marks the start of the genocide in Darfur. Darfur is a country in the western region of Sudan, Africa roughly the size of Texas. In 2003, two rebel groups made up by Darfurians decided they had had enough neglect from their government and rebelled. Sudan’s capital is known as Khartoum, and its government sponsored the aid of the Janjaweed militia. read more

Democrats Dominate the House at Mid Term Elections

Story by Kristin Sippel
Midterm elections were held November 7, resulting in a Democratic House and Senate, and the first woman speaker of the House of Representatives. read more

Ban Ki-moon to be United Nation's Secretary General

Story by Kristin Sippel
After ten years as the United Nations’ Secretary-General, Kofi Annan of Ghana will be stepping down at the end of his term on December 31, 2006. Foreign Minister Ban Ki-moon will take his place as the eighth UN Secretary-General. read more

Presidential Candidates Still Undecided: Continue to Change

Story by Brittney Schultz
With the Presidential elections coming up in November 2008, there is much talk of who will run for candidacy. As time grows near this are the possible presidential candidates. read more

UW-Madison Band's Hazing Suspension

Story by Bessie LeRose
The Madison Marching Band gives just as much of a show as the football team; they have been playing in the fifth quarter since 1977. The post game show lasts about 45 minutes after the game. The band is known across the country for its marching style and crazy performances. However, on October 5, Chancellor John Wiley put the band on probation for hazing and rowdiness involving sexual and alcoholic acts, according to the Associated Press. read more

The Warm Fuzzy Tree Brings in Donations for Local Charities

Story by Emily Connor
The Hi-Light’s Staff would like to thank everyone who contributed to the 2006 Warm Fuzzy Tree Project. During the week of December 11-15, 18 people donated items to this year’s tree. read more

Weight Gain Over the Holidays Can Lead to Health Problems

Story by Lauren Johnson
Heaping piles of mashed potatoes, stuffing, buttery biscuits, Christmas cookies, pumpkin pie, eggnog—the list of delectable holiday treats goes on, but are there serious consequences to indulging your senses over the holiday season? read more

Fall Play Proves to be a Great Success

Story by Brittany Zimmermann
Successfully fulfilling all expectations, the fall play had four outstanding performances on November 9-12. read more

Mock Trial Looks Ahead to Another Successful Season

Story by Jessie Fields
The Plymouth Mock Trial Team may not be state champions yet, but they are coming closer to this goal. read more

World Language Club Grows this Year

Story by Kellie Colson
The Plymouth High School foreign language department prides itself in its students’ desire to learn another language. read more

Forensics Prepares for Season

Story by Bridget Ceilley
With an upcoming season on their hands, the forensics team plans to give it their all. The team is well guided by their advisers Mrs. Kathy Azzalino, Mrs. Mary Falk, and Ms. Meredith Gavin. Starting out the season with about 50 members, the team is looking strong. read more