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Black Friday

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:00:00 GMT

It is the day made famous by door-busters, deals and downright chaos.

Black Friday, whether looked at as a joyous day of deals and steals, or a headache wrapped in a bow, has been a part of the American lifestyle since the late 1960s.

The famous day-after-Thanksgiving starts the holiday shopping season with a bang, and on occasion, an injury or two.

Thanksgiving, a day to indulge

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:00:00 GMT

Thanksgiving is synonymous with family, football and a delicious meal of various foods. It is also the holiday where many people put their diets on the backburner in favor of calorie-laden foods like mashed potatoes, stuffing, cream corn and pumpkin pie.

"There's only a couple day in the year you get to go all out," freshmen Jack Rivera said.

America Reads offers hands-on experience for future educators

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:00:00 GMT

Students preparing to become educators after college are finding valuable hands-on experience in elementary and middle school classrooms thanks, in part, to America Reads.

The Student Entertainment Awareness League has promoted reading and comprehension in the Whitewater School District.

Eat this!

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:00:00 GMT

Looking to impress your parents with the cooking skills you've gained this semester in college? Bring this salad home over fall break for a whirlwind of applause!

Start by coring and dicing your apples. Put them in a large bowl. Rough chop your trail mix of choice and place with the apples.