"We went to...." Minnehaha Chef Jonathan Barnes paused while recounting his days doing ride-alongs as a paramedic. "... a domestic [violence scene]," he continued. "You knew exactly what happened,...
Talon Articles
From ring to puck
It started with a sport called ringette. Two decades ago, it became girls' high school hockey. Feb. 4 was a monumental day for girls' athletics. Marking the 21st anniversary of the Minnesota High...
The hard work of homework
Before the first bell even rings, senior Alex Wilson is either in a jazz band rehearsal or has rushed straight to her International Space Station Program class. Every year, when school gets into...
Beyond the walls of Hognander Chapel
It was deadline night. The Talon staff was hustling in the publications room, littering the center table with rough draft newspaper spreads and empty Chinese take out containers. Suddenly, the sound...
The 2016 Madrigal Move
"Our motto is 'many hands make light work,'" said choir teacher Karen Lutgen, as the student body in the audience grew increasingly restless in anticipation of the coming event. After a few more...
Slideshow: Nordic skiing at state
Redhawks make second-straight trip to state meet Slideshow by Danielle Pattison.
Day 38 College Applications
While the rest of the school is in testing, seniors spend the day working on college applications. Photo by Maddie...
Day 37 Nordic Skiing
As Nordic skiing begins, the ski storage area is opened. Photo by Maddie Binning.
Day 36 Vines
Fall colors continue to spread as October progresses. Photo by Maddie Binning.
A life-long community
Competitive mountain biking inspires life-long fitness in a positive, encouraging community Sweat drips from under a...
The root of the problem
Recent scandals in the NFL come from long lasting issues with punishment The Everyday Heroes of the American...
Arguing for the sake of learning and improving
by Erik Snook Debate (noun): "A discussion, as of a public question in an assembly, involving opposing viewpoints."...
Helping or hovering?
Sophomore Devin Jellish sits down at her desk to start her math homework. She starts the first problem when she hears...
A whole new meaning to theater
Audience interaction and witty comedy makes The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling BeeĀ a unique experience for...
Political overview – A race for the senate
This year's election falls on Nov. 4, and all of the senators up for election are faced with the issue of proving...