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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?

Mr. 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

Mr. 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

Mr. 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

Mr. 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

Mr. SheehyMarch 21, 2018March 21, 2018
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We hope you’re having a good week despite finals! Keep up the hard work! We’re in the home stretch! Saying goodbye to our seniors! (2/2) Saying goodbye to our seniors! (1/2) Winter seems to last forever in South Dakota. What if there was a way to still enjoy a nice day at the park, even in the cold months? “If prom themes don’t affect its students much, then are prom themes worth it?” Read all about what students think of the prom themes importance on The Pine Needle! We're back and we're swatting away the false news, and plunging into the stories! Congratulations to Central high schools theatre department on your 18th superior state award!  Photo credit: https://www.sagestudiosllc.com/proofing/sdhsaa-state-oneact-festival/gallery/9721  #theatre #chstheatre #oneacts #newspaper #chspineneedle #shootlikeagirl Senior and Pine Needle contributor James Parr enjoys a recent warm January day. https://www.instagram.com/p/CZcZj32uM5X/

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