Zika Virus Effecting the 2016 Rio Olympics

Brazilian authorities have released a statement about the growing threat of the Zika virus at the Rio de Janeiro Olympic Games scheduled for August 2016. Daily inspections will be made during the Games, paying close attention to mosquito-breeding fields. The Zika virus is transmitted through the bite of an Aedes aegypti mosquito, usually only found… Read More Zika Virus Effecting the 2016 Rio Olympics

Ledyard Girls Basketball Team Qualifies for States

On Jan. 25, the girls’ basketball team won their eighth game against Killingly High School, qualifying them for States. This qualification came after a string of wins, from Windham to East Lyme. “Seeing our hard work pay off is a great feeling,” senior captain Rebecca Ahlborn said. Winning eight games was no small feat for… Read More Ledyard Girls Basketball Team Qualifies for States

Athletes of the Week: Seniors Mitchell Hempstead and Imani Williams

The Colonel: Why did you choose to compete in throwing? Mitchell:  My event is shotput which is basically throwing a 12-pound ball the farthest you can and I chose this event because like in any sport, you do your strengths. I am just simply strong, that is why I chose this event. It requires strength… Read More Athletes of the Week: Seniors Mitchell Hempstead and Imani Williams