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
People say things will be different in college than in high school, and as Cobbler grad Calvin Moehlman has confirmed, they are right. Continue reading Cobbler Grad Confirms: College Is Different
Since his visit to Rapid City, Aaron Belz has published his next book of poetry, Soft Launch. The Pine Needle chatted with Belz about his poetry and the poetic process. Continue reading Daring Language: An Interview with Aaron Belz
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
By Nick Edwards What do you plan to do with the rest of your life? That question troubles a new generation of young adults with each passing year. The idea of knowing exactly what you want to do with the rest of your time as a teen is a fruitless endeavor. It takes years of experience and knowing the difference between money and happiness. I … Continue reading In Their Own Words: Carter Wickham
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