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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

Senior Katie Kangas poses for her senior photo. It is a portrait of her from the shoulders up.

Social media fuels uncivil discourse

Katie Kangas, Layout Editor-In-Chief February 27, 2022

While certain aspects of discourse have stayed the same over time, during the last few years, the way people talk to each other has become more hostile because of the use of social media, the polarization...

Senior captain Kyra Kellogg, senior Tommy White, and junior Ava Roots are in a debate team meeting. They are listening to coach Corey Quick discuss the topic for the first three tournaments.

Debate team prepares for upcoming season

Ava Stein, Graphics and Online Editor October 20, 2021

"We're outside of the virtual environment. We had a ton of new novice debaters show up," debate coach Corey Quick said. While helping the novices get into the swing of things, returning members of the...

Green New Deal is vital to the country's reputation as a respectable nation

Green New Deal is vital to the country’s reputation as a respectable nation

Grace Wirkkala, Online Editor February 11, 2019

Something must be done about climate change. It is understandable to hear of worry among younger generations when reputable sources like the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) report...

Young Republicans visit State Capitol

Young Republicans visit State Capitol

Emma Lowey, Editor-in-Chief February 13, 2018

The Young Republicans were recently invited on a trip to the Minnesota State capitol on Jan. 24. They were guided by Senator Karen Housley, whom the club has sponsored in the past. Housley is a...

Last year's Young Democrats are seen with former candidate Alan Kantrud, a favorite among the club.

Only one political club remains this fall

Hannah Sween, Layout Editor October 6, 2017

This fall only one of the two political clubs remains at large within the school, the Young Democrats. Many of the Young Republicans' main characters graduated last year, leaving their fellow conservative...

Cat Clements supporting Alan Kantrud as she goes door knocking in Stillwater on a Sunday afternoon. "She's friendly to the people we are on the phone with and at the doors," Yokanovich says.

Cat Clements influences comment with political involvement

Allison Heintz, Layout Editor November 10, 2016

As the final election debate comes to an end, many individual's political views and thoughts increase greatly. When thinking of a politically involved person, the image of a high school student doesn't...

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Clinton emerges as possible president

Craig Sanislo, Layout Editor November 5, 2016

Everyone knows a thing or two about the presidential candidates running in 2016. In one of the most interesting and worst presidential races of all time, Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump have been...

"My parents are big democrats so just being around them and watching debates is how I formed me political views," said Maya Yokanovich.

Young Democrats reignite passion in politics

Craig Sanislo, Layout Editor May 5, 2016

As the presidential election approaches and many students become of legal voting age, students have become more engaged and passionate than ever. Students have formed a club that they call the "Young...

Young adults vote for the first time

Young adults vote for the first time

Kaitlin Bloom, Online Editor October 28, 2015

The 2016 presidential election is approaching fast, and for many students this will be the first election they are eligible to vote. While everyone seems excited and ready to talk about their opinions...

Wrongful discrimination of dog breed in California

Kelly Roehrig June 1, 2014

Dogs are not just an accessory for their owners, but an extension of their family. For the most part they are loved and only love in return, yet cities across the United States are instilling Breed Specific...

Graphic by Clara Illka

U.S. involvement in Ukraine

Kenzie Monson April 4, 2014

Currently undergoing its way is a possible world war starting at the heart of Ukraine in the city of Crimea. The leader of Ukraine, Viktor F. Yanukoyvch, abandoned his post last month and is now the leader...

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