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The Everlasting Dream: A Memoir

As she reflects on her past years as a ballerina, Senior Matte Bulman gazes towards the future and wrestles with the fact that she may be facing her final show. Continue reading The Everlasting Dream: A Memoir

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Cobblers Give with an Angel Tree

Students and staff are giving gifts through the Salvation Army Angel Tree program. Continue reading Cobblers Give with an Angel Tree

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News

Students Prefer Pencil and Paper over Online Homework

While online assignments increase with the development of new digital technology, a majority of students still prefer physical, paper assignments. Continue reading Students Prefer Pencil and Paper over Online Homework

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Commentary

Search for Cause of Power Outage Continues

While the pursuit of education is enlightenment, Central High School found itself in the dark Thursday. What happened? Why? Continue reading Search for Cause of Power Outage Continues

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Central High School Loses Power

A power outage left most of Central High School in the dark for 39 minutes Thursday morning. Continue reading Central High School Loses Power

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Cobblers Up Close: Ali Weber

Senior Ali Weber is known for her art, and rightfully so, as she is already selling her work. But as always with people, there is more to her than her talent.  Continue reading Cobblers Up Close: Ali Weber

Unknown's avatarMr. SheehyDecember 4, 2018
News

Former Cobbler Provides Insight into California Fires

California’s wildfire situation is a pressing concern; former Cobbler and Black Hat crew member Jacob Knutson can offer insight to those forming a perspective.  Continue reading Former Cobbler Provides Insight into California Fires

Unknown's avatarMr. SheehyNovember 28, 2018November 28, 2018
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Behind the Curtain: Assistant Technical Director

To the audience, Central High Theatre looks nothing shy of perfection. But once the curtain closes what goes on behind the red velvet? Senior theatre student Caden Lefler gives a glimpse at what Central High Theatre looks like behind the curtain. Continue reading Behind the Curtain: Assistant Technical Director

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Mock Election Mirrors State’s Midterm Results

Students’ selections in Central’s mock election predicted the outcome of most statewide midterm elections. Continue reading Mock Election Mirrors State’s Midterm Results

Unknown's avatarMr. SheehyNovember 26, 2018
News

Yoga Club Lowering Cobblers’ Stress

School is stressful, but a biology teacher is helping Cobblers relieve their stress with yoga.  Continue reading Yoga Club Lowering Cobblers’ Stress

Unknown's avatarMr. SheehyNovember 26, 2018
Lifestyle

Cobblers Up Close: Jolo Robles

Ever seen that senior who trips on someone walking nearby, scattering his books and pencils throughout the hallway while his friends roll their eyes? If so, you’ve probably already met Jolo Robles.  Continue reading Cobblers Up Close: Jolo Robles

Unknown's avatarMr. SheehyNovember 14, 2018
Commentary

To Support BORNS Is to Ignore His Victims

Supporting women who have been assaulted may mean disavowing things we love–like BORNS. Continue reading To Support BORNS Is to Ignore His Victims

Unknown's avatarMr. SheehyNovember 14, 2018November 15, 2018
Lifestyle

Students’ Approaches to Studying Vary

Studying is what students do, but how do they do it? Their strategies vary widely. Continue reading Students’ Approaches to Studying Vary

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Commentary, Sports

A Message to the Underdogs

In today’s sports, winning is the only thing on everyone’s mind, and the inclusion of all team members has slipped the mind of players and coaches alike. Do the underdogs still have a chance in today’s athletics? Continue reading A Message to the Underdogs

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Freshmen, the Inferior Class of High School

The common theme that runs among upperclassmen is their hatred for freshmen. Why are they so annoying? From their awkward relationships to their endless talk of Fortnite, freshman are made out to be the scum of Central. But are they? Continue reading Freshmen, the Inferior Class of High School

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Everything Vegetarians/Vegans are Tired of Hearing

In recent years vegetarianism and veganism have been on a steady rise, particularly as several horrible slaughterhouse videos have surfaced. Two-year vegetarian Sarah Thormahlen responds to the comments vegetarians and vegans hear on the daily. Continue reading Everything Vegetarians/Vegans are Tired of Hearing

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