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Being An Adult Isn’t That Great

Growing up is what every kid is eager to do–think of the freedom!–but is the dream all it’s made out to be? Continue reading Being An Adult Isn’t That Great

Unknown's avatarMr. SheehyFebruary 2, 2022February 2, 2022
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The Mystery of the Unsettling

In their own strange way, horror movies prepare a person for the challenges of real life. Continue reading The Mystery of the Unsettling

Unknown's avatarMr. SheehyJanuary 21, 2022
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Longing for the Guaranteed Good Old Days

To long for the Good Old Days is hardly unique–so what is the draw? Was Angry Birds really that good? Continue reading Longing for the Guaranteed Good Old Days

Unknown's avatarMr. SheehyDecember 1, 2021
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College Spam Mail: A Constant Struggle

Colleges are notorious for sending mail to drum up applications. These administrations claim to recognize your striking uniqueness and value in society. But how well do they really know you? Continue reading College Spam Mail: A Constant Struggle

Unknown's avataralimkirschMay 27, 2021May 27, 2021
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Swim Meets at the Pierre Pool: Tales From a Survivor

Swimming is hard, but the Pierre meet is worse. Junior Ali Kirsch recounts her story of pain, struggle, and disgusting locker rooms. Continue reading Swim Meets at the Pierre Pool: Tales From a Survivor

Unknown's avataralimkirschMay 27, 2021
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Finding the Fun in Video Games

Life is short, and finding hobbies that make time worthwhile is a constant struggle for average individual. Video games pose a valid answer for some people. Continue reading Finding the Fun in Video Games

Unknown's avataralimkirschMay 27, 2021
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Coffee and Unpleasant Customers: The Daily Struggles of Café Workers

Many of us have to deal with angry or unhappy customers as part of our roles, and it’s never easy. Continue reading Coffee and Unpleasant Customers: The Daily Struggles of Café Workers

Unknown's avataralimkirschMay 13, 2021
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The Battle Between Instagram and Your Mental Health

Recent neuroscience studies have discovered the adverse effects different social medias have on mental health- and Instagram may just be your worst enemy. Continue reading The Battle Between Instagram and Your Mental Health

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Tourism and the Craft of Dealing with Unruly Children

Working in the tourism industry has it’s ups and downs, but great coworkers make it all tolerable. Continue reading Tourism and the Craft of Dealing with Unruly Children

Unknown's avataralimkirschMay 5, 2021May 4, 2021
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Free Will: Who is Really in Control of Your Mind?

Do you control your brain? Or does your brain control you? Certain neurological studies have discovered the peculiar relationship between your brain and the actions you take. Continue reading Free Will: Who is Really in Control of Your Mind?

Unknown's avataralimkirschMay 4, 2021May 4, 2021
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Black Coffee Is Bitter, Like the People Who Drink It

Black Coffee Superiority Complex is a plague upon American culture; a bit of sweetener helps. Continue reading Black Coffee Is Bitter, Like the People Who Drink It

Unknown's avatarMr. SheehyApril 9, 2021April 9, 2021
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Comic: We’re Fostering Unity

A comic by Connor Clausen Continue reading Comic: We’re Fostering Unity

Unknown's avatarMr. SheehyApril 9, 2021April 9, 2021
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Music’s Many Benefits

Music is particularly loved by teenagers and is particularly beneficial to everyone. Continue reading Music’s Many Benefits

Unknown's avatarMr. SheehyFebruary 11, 2021
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Mental Illness Is Not a Joke

Lighthearted jokes about mental illnesses add up to problems for those who are truly suffering. Continue reading Mental Illness Is Not a Joke

Unknown's avatarMr. SheehyFebruary 5, 2021
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Studying the Past Remains Crucial to the Present

The popularity of STEM courses has not diminished the importance of studying history. Continue reading Studying the Past Remains Crucial to the Present

Unknown's avatarMr. SheehyDecember 16, 2020December 20, 2020
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South Dakota Needs to Get Its Weather Together

October may mean fall colors, but in South Dakota October could mean anything. Anything. Continue reading South Dakota Needs to Get Its Weather Together

Unknown's avatarMr. SheehyOctober 29, 2020October 29, 2020

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CHS HONORS VETERANS WITH A VETERANS DAY MARCH THROUGH THE SCHOOL! 🇺🇸🫡 Spirit weeks love them or leave them? 👀 Yearbook and The Pine Needle hit the halls for another round of ‘We Ask, They Answer’ to hear what Cobblers think about our spirit weeks! 🎤 The final word on the season! Listen to what varsity football team has to add about their season and game vs rivals stevens in part two of ‘Between the Pines’ by the Pine Needle! 🏈🎙️ Friday night lights, bus rides, and the mindset behind our biggest rivalry game. Tune into part one of ‘Between the Pines’ to hear the team break it all down! 🏈🎙️ All eyes on state! ‘Between The Pines’ sat down with members from the girls’ XC team to hear their take on the big race, listen to the new episode now! Pre-state jitters and big goals! Hear from members of the boys’ XC team on the ‘Between The Pines’ podcast  episode by the CHS Pine Needle before they race today! The Cobbler marching band: beautiful setting + beautiful performance = the win The CHS drum line lights up the pep rally for Homecoming 2026! Senior Eric Errea wins the Rapid City Cross Country Invitational Thursday at Hart Ranch, finishing 22 seconds ahead of the second place finisher.

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