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Enter the Dragon(s)

The legend of Bruce Lee was so significant that movie makers couldn’t resist exploiting it. Continue reading Enter the Dragon(s)

Unknown's avatarMr. SheehyDecember 16, 2025December 16, 2025Leave a comment
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Remembering Two Dark Moments in Central’s History

Two moments of difficulty stand out in Central High School’s history–the Spirit of Six tragedy and a case of arson. Continue reading Remembering Two Dark Moments in Central’s History

Unknown's avatarMr. SheehyMay 16, 2024
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Central: Styl-ish or Styl-ick?

The interior décor of Central High School is a mishmash of styles, some with stranger origins than you might guess. Continue reading Central: Styl-ish or Styl-ick?

Unknown's avatarMr. SheehyMarch 14, 2024
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The Apache Death Cave:  Legend or Elaborate Hoax?

The West is home to legends larger than life, and a close look at one of the largest reveals that their tie to history is often tenuous. Continue reading The Apache Death Cave:  Legend or Elaborate Hoax?

Unknown's avatarMr. SheehyNovember 2, 2022
Lifestyle

The Cafe Vibe Continues to Be Important

The history of cafes is long, but it makes it clear that cafes have always been about more than the food and drinks they serve. Continue reading The Cafe Vibe Continues to Be Important

Unknown's avatarMr. SheehyMay 18, 2022May 18, 2022
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The Flood of ’72: Mr. Palmer’s Memories

Senior Connor Clausen interviews retired teacher Nick Palmer about the Rapid City Flood of 1972. Mr. Palmer was 11 at the time and recalls many aspects of that night and the next day vividly. Learn what used to stand where Central High School is today and how to find evidence of life before the flood. Continue reading The Flood of ’72: Mr. Palmer’s Memories

Unknown's avatarMr. SheehyMay 26, 2021
Commentary

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
Lifestyle

Building the Cobbler Mascot: The ‘M’ Project

On two separate occasions, the Cobbler art club thought to build 3D models of the Cobbler mascot. The second version guards the main entrance to this day. Continue reading Building the Cobbler Mascot: The ‘M’ Project

Unknown's avatarMr. SheehyMarch 21, 2018March 21, 2018
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