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This is the official cover art for musician Zach Sobiech's hit single "Clouds". The song was released in 2012 a year before his death.

“Clouds” by Zach Sobiech: the legacy that impacts everyone

Gigi Zawislak, Broadcast Editor December 12, 2023

Eleven years have passed since the world was graced with the heartfelt melody of Zach Sobiech’s "Clouds,” a song with a timeless message of hope and humility. Sharing the innermost thoughts of his...

Girl singing in front of audience.

National Honor Society hosts spring coffeehouse

Milena Sandstrom, Podcast Reporter May 16, 2023

The National Honor Society hosts a biannual coffehouse show, which allows students to perform their talents in front of a crowd for everyone to enjoy. The revenue collected from ticket sales gets donated...

Science teacher Andrew Weaver inspiries a character in the movie "Clouds." He also heads the Raptor program at SAHS.

Weaver helps inspire a character in upcoming Disney+ film ‘Clouds’

Bella Godfrey, Online Editor November 8, 2020

Science teacher Andrew Weaver has a character based on him in the upcoming film “Clouds”, which is being released Oct. 16 on Disney+ about the inspirational life of former graduate Zach Sobiech....

This picture showcases (from left to right) Vic, Mary, and Amy Adamle, along with Zach, Laura, and Rob Sobiech. It is  taken right after Zach turned 18, and on the same day as prom.

Zach Sobiech movie, Clouds, to be released on Disney+ on October 16

Mikai Tasch, Social Media Editor October 1, 2020

“It'll be heartstrings that get pulled,” counselor Dan Ralston said. Zach Sobiech’s single, “Clouds,” sprouted to number one on iTunes seven years ago, and has a new movie, Clouds, that will...

Friends and family of Zach Sobiech met in September with the cast members for the film. They spent some time in downtown Stillwater together, and hit it off like old friends.
From left to right:
Amy Adamle, Madison Iseman, Grace Sobiech, Mitchel Kluesner, Sammy Brown and Steffan Argus.

‘Clouds’ movie set to pay tribute to Zach Sobiech

Olivia Bystrom, Field Reporter October 16, 2019

Nearly seven years ago, Stillwater alumni Zach Sobiech fell victim to Osteosarcoma. However, his legacy has continued to impact the local community and people across the globe ever since. His hit song...

Love your Melon hats are warm and benefit the community

Abby Kunze, Copy Editor February 24, 2015

A “polar vortex” is crashing down on the United States and the people need protection from the wind. At the same time, children with cancer need the therapy and comfort that comes along with a...

The view's a little nicer again this Christmas

The view’s a little nicer again this Christmas

Kaitlyn Doyle, Photographer December 21, 2014

  Most of the students know Zach Sobiech as he was well known throughout the school as a caring and loving person, who had an unfortunate ending to his life story. He was dying of cancer, but...

Laura Sobiech releases ‘Fly A Little Higher’

Emily Ness, Anchor October 13, 2014

Once in a blue moon, a remarkably rare individual impacts the world, leaving behind an everlasting legacy. For many, Zach Sobiech was that individual. When Laura Sobiech learned that 17 year old Zach...

Alex Eder (’15) pitches his new idea for the club to Principal Don Johnson and Pete Hamilton. “I love the fact that it’s for a good cause and you get to become a part of a community filled with so many interesting people.” said junior Annie McHugh.

Relay for life in its 20th year

Sara Klein April 3, 2014

“Every year is special; this year we’re just going to try to squeeze more into the time we have,” said Raboin.  “We are also hoping to have the founder of the Relay For Life, Dr. Gordy Klatt,...

Sammy Brown's tutorial of 'How to Go to Confession'

Sammy Brown’s tutorial of ‘How to Go to Confession’

Andrea Rustad November 6, 2013

“I knew as soon as I had written it that it’d be special to me forever,” said Stillwater Area High School alumni Sammy Brown of her new single, set to release Nov. 5, with proceeds benefiting the...

Sobiech family and friends present check to the University of Minnesota Medical Foundation.

The Sobiech legacy lives on through donation to U of M

Hannah Crawford November 4, 2013

A year before Zach Sobiech was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma in 2009; a cancer research team specifically designated to research the disease was formulated at the University of Minnesota Amplatz Children’s...

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