The Pony Express

The band Saguaro plays their original song, Puzzle Pieces, a song about breakup and not getting what you are giving in a relationship. They practice in senior Isaac Reiner’s living room, their regular practice spot.

Student band prepares to send out an EP

Stella Bertsch, Broadcast Editor-in-Chief April 17, 2021

The band Saguaro formed in the fall of 2018. Band members include seniors Levi Hutton on drums, Hannah Doyle on vocals, Isaac Reiner on bass and Leah Cosgrove on guitar. Throughout the past few years,...

Senior Alex Steil works on his homework during class. He also practices cello before Con Amici rehersal.

From journalist of the year finalist to cello prodigy; Alex Steil gets it done

Mairin Torgerson, Photography Editor-in-chief April 17, 2021

"An incredibly dedicated and passionate student," and, "destined to be a great journalist," is how journalism teacher Laurie Hansen describes senior Alex Steil. But for others, they may bring up his...

The storefront of Hannahs Homemade Heavens is decorated for Valentines on a chilly day in Stillwater. The bakery shares a corner with Jims Barber Shop and Meisters.

Local bakery manages to stays open despite pandemic

Sophie MacDonald, Digital Graphics Editor March 24, 2021

Hannah’s Homemade Heavens, located near the corner of Churchill and Fourth St S., has continued to please customers with delicious baked goods amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.  Owner Hannah Fazendin...

Zack Quaderer, Adult Boot Camp Coach, goes through his warm-up in preparation for their sessions workout on Feb. 17. Quaderer leads this workout every Wednesday and Friday evening at the PAC.

Coach Zack Quaderer’s class brings challenges, positives amidst pandemic

Austin Buck, Broadcast Editor March 12, 2021

Zack Quaderer has been coaching the Community Ed Class called “Adult Boot Camp” since late spring 2020. As a part-time job, Quaderer has put much of his free time towards improving and improvising...

The Herbert sisters sit in their kitchen recording their newest episode. Hannah (left) has the script outline in front of her, and Paige (right) has the computer monitoring the audio and time theyve been recording.

QuaranTeens podcast starts during COVID quarantine

Stella Bertsch March 12, 2021

Early in the pandemic, sitting around the dinner table with their family, freshman Paige Hebert and sophomore Hannah Hebert talk about the struggles of being in quarantine as a teen. They discussed things...

Andrew Weaver outside with one of his raptors.

Weaver hatches, raises falcons to instruct his classes

Harrison Walz, Copy Editor March 12, 2021

Andrew Weaver, biology and environmental science teacher, is most widely known for his long-time dedication to raising Peregrine Falcons.   Weaver's hobby started in his youth when he used an incubator...

Afton-Lakeland Elementary secretary, Foua Fitzpatrick, stands at her desk, in the front office, of Afton-Lakeland Elementary on the morning of Feb. 24. She is the first person that people see when they enter the building, which is why it’s so impactful that she represents diversity and a welcoming atmosphere.

Afton-Lakeland Elementary’s secretary provides students with new perspectives

Mason Buck, Broadcast Editor March 12, 2021

There are few minority staff members in the Stillwater school district, and the Afton-Lakeland Elementary secretary, Foua Fitzpatrick, is one of few Asian-American staff members. After a few years of working...

Senior Jack Wells played hockey during the 2019-2020 season. He has a lot of passion for the sport and looks forward to coming back after the recovery.

Jack Wells Bounces Back From Major Leg Injury

Grant Miller, Food Blog Reporter March 9, 2021

Anything can be dangerous. Junior Jack Wells realized this after breaking his leg playing a pickup game of football at Woodbury High School. Wells fractured his fibula, tibia, tore his PCL, tore his medial...

Students in Mrs. Harrisons P.E. class do fun activities with friends.

Unified PE offers an inclusive experience for all

Tucker Wyland, Podcast Reporter March 7, 2021

While the COVID-19 pandemic rages across the globe, people are finding new ways to bring back normalcy and adapt to the ever changing world. The Unified PE class, under the direction of Unified PE teacher...

Junior Jackson Duin shows off one of his favorite paintings titled Light Up The Day. Duin recently curated an exhibition at Art Reach St. Croix, the youngest to do so at the gallery.

Edina junior Jackson Duin paints his way into Stillwater

Mairin Torgerson and Alex Steil February 22, 2021

For most toddlers, the first word is "mom," "dad," or something along those lines, but for Edina High School junior Jackson Duin, when he was three he pulled out his pacifier after seeing a painting on...

Senior Isaac Bursch changes a gear in his RC car. He spent nearly five hours practicing, and modifying for his Jan. 15 race.

A unique hobby of remote control car racing

Alex Steil, Online Editor-in-Chief January 25, 2021

On Friday night, even in a year marked by COVID-19, one can still expect teens to be hanging out their friends. However, if one were to look for senior Isaac Bursch on a Friday night, he’ll be at work....

These are three different drawings done by Bennett Schoenborn.

Bennett Schoenborn’s passion for art keeps positive during Covid-19

Leigha Kraft, Photographer January 22, 2021

There has been a study on how passion relates to psychological well being, and how that boosts mental health. Senior Bennett Schoenborn had found his passion long before the pandemic, and he continued...

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