Iraq Study Group Offers Many Recommendations to President

Story by Kristin Sippel
An Iraq Study Group was created March 15, 2006 to come up with recommendations to give to President George Bush concerning a course of action the United States should take in Iraq. Their report, The Iraq Study Group Report: The Way Forward—A New Approach, was issued first to Bush and members of Congress, then to the public on December 6, 2006 during a morning press conference. read more

Bill Passes to Build Fence Along Mexican/United States Border

Story by Brittney Schultz
President George W. Bush passed a bill regarding building a fence along the Mexican border into a law on Oct. 26, 2006 due to illegal immigration into the United States. It is estimated that there are 20 million illegal immigrants currently residing in the United States. read more

Execution of Former Iraqi Leader Leads to Controversy

Story by Lauren Johnson
After a controversial trial and prosecution, former Iraqi leader, Saddam Hussein, 69, was put to death by hanging on December 30, 2006. According to msnbc.com and mediachannel.org, Hussein’s execution has raised a variety of opinions from leaders across the world. read more

US Requires Passports for More Destinations

Story by Richard Merz
In years past, United States citizens were allowed to travel back and forth between Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, Panama, the Caribbean, and the United States with merely a valid driver’s license or a birth certificate. read more

PHS Student Council Hosts Blood Drive

Story by Bridget Ceilley
For more than six years, the PHS student council has been hosting the blood drive to aid the blood center as well as the Red Cross, in providing blood to southeast Wisconsin. The Student Council had 80 donors this year, surpassing their goal of 75. Members of the council rounded up donors during lunch mods as well as just flat out asking the available juniors and seniors to donate. read more

Wisconsin Universities Consider New Tuition Proposals for College Students

Story by Bessie LeRose
A new proposal by a Wisconsin state commission, which started in small two-year colleges, is now being considered by the entire University of Wisconsin system. read more

New Technological Advances Threaten Computer Security

Story by Anthony Huibregtse
During the 90’s, a long time ago, people worried about stolen watches and wallets. Now in 2007, people worry about stolen identities. read more

Nintendo Wii Appeals to All Ages

Story by Britany Ochalek
Selling out in stores across America, Nintendo Wii is one of the hottest items this year. Wii’s success has much to do with their history. Nintendo has always been ahead in creating new games and consoles and appealing to a variety of customers. Wii is Nintendo’s newest generation. read more

Taco Bell Products Lead to E.Coli Outbreaks

Story by Kristin Sippel
On December 4, 2006 health investigators linked an E. Coli outbreak to Taco Bell. read more

FFA Participates in Local Activities

Story by Alexis Hardin
FFA is an organization of students, ages 12-21, who are interested in some aspect of agriculture. read more

Forensics Wishes to Send Members to State

Story by Courtney Cravillion
The PHS Forensics year started Jan. 27 and will continue through April 21. However, even before the official start date, the team practiced several hours on evenings, starting at 6:30. read more

PHS Prepares for This Year’s Presentation of The King and I

Story by Sarah Erdmann
The King and I is full of excitement, romance, and action, which is why it was chosen to be this year’s PHS musical. Mike Schulz, choral director, and Herb Stoltenberg, an English teacher, picked and will direct The King and I. read more

10 Years Later the Death of Princess Diana Remains a Mystery

Story by Richard Merz
The inquest, a court hearing to determine the cause of an unnatural death, for Princess Diana’s death is currently underway. read more