There have been many changes in Franklin through the years, including a new addition to the high school for third, fourth, & fifth graders, a new water tower, and the introduction of wind turbines. While we watch these exciting c...
Going to a school where students are comfortable to talk to the teachers and staff is important. Students often need someone when they are in a tough place in their lives. Going to a small school has its pros and cons. Some ben...
No matter the age, so many of us are ready to yell out “Aye aye, Captain!” The memories of Spongebob Squarepants can be so easy to recall. Our spongey friend who lives in a pineapple under the sea has been around since 1999....
According to The Guardian, only one in twenty kids in the United States meets guidelines on sleep, exercise, and screen time, and nearly one-third are outside recommendations for all three.
The amount of screen time that mo...
With Halloween done and past us now, it seems like a nice time to get into the spirit for another holiday. Thanksgiving is the next holiday we should be celebrating, of course. It’s far too early for Christmas now. While most of ...
According to Merriam-Webster, fear is defined as "a distressing emotion aroused by impending danger, evil, pain, and etc., whether the threat is real or imagined; it is the feeling or condition of being scared." There are many differe...
Hubert H. Humphrey once said, “The greatest gift of life is friendship and I have received it.” The meaning of friendship is when someone knows you better than yourself and takes a position in your best interest in the mo...
As we get back into the months known for the holidays, it’s time to start asking a few questions. What holidays are our favorites? Why do we love these holidays the most? Let’s dig deeper into what makes these people enjoy t...
Addiction is a problem with the brain, but it is not like cancer or Alzheimer's disease. Addiction is a "learning disorder...shaped by genetic and environmental influences over the course of development" (New York Times).
"Addictio...
They are something we all enjoy. Snacks. Despite this agreement, we can argue which over whether or not snacks should be salty or sweet, crunchy or soft.
We all prefer different things, given how many kinds of snacks there are....
