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The Pony Express

The student news site of Stillwater Area High School

The Pony Express

The student news site of Stillwater Area High School

The Pony Express

Cannabis plants being grown naturally in greenhouses. Cannabis plants are ready to harvest after 10 weeks.

Legalization of marijuana is questioned

Ella Belland, Online Editor-Photographer May 31, 2023

The legislative passed the legalization of recreational use of marijuana by a vote of 34-33 on April 28. The final bill has now made its way to Governor Tim Walz’s desk to be signed  before becoming...

Cars like these, a Toyota Supra mark 4 1997, are valued by many, especially those who are interested in cars and design.

How people spend money reflects their values

Sienna Xiong, Graphics Editor and Online Editor June 5, 2022

"I know when I was in high school, I spent more money on wants than needs. In college, that shifted a bit as I was forced to be more reliant on my own income to cover my expenses," personal finance teacher...

Singer Lorde performs to the crowd, at the Armory on April 25. She and her band perform Buzzcut Season, a song from her second album Melodrama.

Lorde’s Solar Power tour is a celebration of youth

Sophia Arndt, Photography Editor-in-Chief and Copy Editor June 2, 2022

Lights dimmed at the Armory on April 25, as thousands of fans screamed their praise; Lorde had taken the stage. After four years of hiatus Ella Marija Lani Yelich-O’Connor, more formerly known as singer-songwriter...

Hudson senior Carter Hinzman signed with The Ohio State to play football  next year.   He has a nil deal that comes with it. Athletes work hard for their sports and should have the chance to benefit from their hard work.

Athletes take advantage of new NCAA rules

Shannon Pothen, Layout Editor April 21, 2022

For years, college athletes have vied for the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), which regulates student athletes in North America, to allow athletes to be paid for the use of their name,...

Protestors in New York show their support for Ukraine after recent Russian invasion. The protestors dress in shades of blue and yellow to honor the colors of the Ukrainian flag.

Ukraine’s history with Russia leads to conflict

Sophia Arndt, Photography Editor-in-chief and Copy Editor April 15, 2022

Ukraine, though a relatively new country, has had a turbulent history. Ukraine established their independence in 1991, after the fall of the Soviet Union. Unlike other states, Ukraine was not a country...

Junior Addie Demars gets her second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at Allina Health pop up clinic. Demars is an essential worker at Boutwells Landing, a senior home, and getting this vaccine is more than just for herself.

Americans step towards normalcy

Lucille Miller, Business Editor May 25, 2021

With COVID-19 vaccines getting more and more accessible in America, Americans are finally getting their hands on them. Trying to slow the spread of COVID-19, average people are getting their vaccinations...

The Minnesota State Capitol building in St. Paul, Minnesota houses the Minnesota Senate, Minnesota House of Representatives, the office of the Attorney General, the office of the Governor and also includes a chamber for the Minnesota Supreme Court.

Minnesota rape law outdated, harmful

Adelee Wrightsman, Copy Editor May 21, 2021

In May of 2017, a 20-year-old woman took five shots of vodka and prescription pills outside a bar in Minneapolis, Minn. As the young woman stood outside with her friend, a man with the last name of Khalil...


Oprah, Prince Harry, and Meghan Markle during their controversial interview. In which, a lot of unknown facts were brought to light.

Harry and Meghan’s controversial interview struck a cord with viewers

Annika Citsay, Distribution Reporter April 20, 2021

On March 7, an interview grasped the public's attention. The Royals were put on blast. During the interview between Meghan, Harry and Oprah, the couple revealed some unknown information. This interview...

Molly O’shea and her neighbors are seen following the guidelines and wearing a mask when 6 feet is not accessible. She is still able to be social while maintaining the guidelines.

Mask mandates continue to spark different views

Calli Dierkhising, Food Blog Reporter March 14, 2021

As more people educate themselves on the virus of COVID - 19, different beliefs arise on whether the government should enforce a mask mandate, or give people the freedom of choice. With many states such...

Teachers return to school weeks before students

Annika Citsay, Distribution Reporter March 13, 2021

Stillwater board members declared all grade level teachers will be back in the building starting Feb. 16. Elementary students started returning during February, and by March 8, all students will be back...

Cars line up down the street for Raising Canes despite being encouraged to stay home. The restaurant has experienced a shortage of employees due to exposure to COVID-19.

Non essential businesses remain open despite public opposition

Elle Guggenberger, Graphics Editor May 5, 2020

COVID-19 has unfortunately impacted thousands of Minnesota families in just a few short weeks. Immediately following Governor Tim Walz’s state-wide stay-at-home order, non-essential businesses were temporarily...

Animal Crossing New Horizons has given players all over the world the opportunity to bond and create a new virtual life for themselves amidst a time of social distancing. Junior Emma Wagner and I enjoyed a sweet sunny day at the beach during gameplay.

‘Animal Crossing New Horizons’; a stay at home vacation

Olivia Bystrom, Field Reporter April 3, 2020

Social distancing has proven to be a tough challenge for people all over the world. Between working from home, distance learning and other changes people have had to make in the last month, the excess...

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