On Monday, April 20, the Kingsland School Board received Board Chair Kyle Rader’s resignation as he will soon be moving out of the district. Rader will remain on the board until June of this year. Superintendent Scott Klavetter explained because there are more than 90 days left of Rader’s term, there will need to be someone appointed to his seat. “Basically there are two … [Read more...]
Bonnie Hammon and Tom Hughes Inducted into Kingsland Booster Club Hall of Fame
The Kingsland Booster Club inducted two new members, Bonnie Hammon and Tom Hughes, to their Hall of Fame on Saturday, March 28, 2026. For the booster club this bi-annual event is one of their biggest fundraisers thanks to the auction and gun raffle. Around 125 area businesses and families donated to the auction. But the real focus is on those who have made a … [Read more...]
Controversial Event Ordinance, City Fees Top Concerns at SV Council Meeting
On Monday, April 13, the Spring Valley City Council began the night with a public meeting to review a proposed event ordinance. The ordinance was written by city attorneys at Dunlap Seeger after they were asked to review questions the council had about potential events on city property. “I just have some concerns,” councilor Luan Ruesink expressed. “I think it is really … [Read more...]
Kingsland School Board Reviews Enrollment
The Kingland School Board met on Monday, March 16 to review the school’s enrollment numbers. During the board’s workshop on Monday, March 2, Superintendent Scott Klavetter explained they use these numbers to plan for programs and funding. As of March, there are 492 students enrolled in the Kingsland District. According to Klavetter, the kindergarten class for next year … [Read more...]
Spring Valley Council Hears Audit Report, Plea to Bring Drag Race Home
On Monday, March 9, the Spring Valley City Council welcomed Kali Lentz of CohnReznick, formerly Smith Schafer, as she shared the annual audit report. The audit showed the general property tax levy represented 35% of the total governmental revenues in 2025 with $1,898,431. The tax increment financing (TIF) decreased by $23,512 to $19,545. The local government aid … [Read more...]
Kingsland Asks Community for Help with Strategic Planning
On Monday, February 23, Gretchen Hudka presented the Kingsland School Board with an update on the Spring Valley-Wykoff Future Farmers of America (FFA). In celebration of FFA Week, the group held several events including bowling, staff appreciation for the school, their Pancake Breakfast for the community, an all-day barnyard event, a member meal with food from Ody’s Country … [Read more...]
A Case of Unfortunate Timing Caused Boil Alert in Spring Valley
On Monday, February 9, 2026, the Spring Valley City Council gathered for their monthly meeting. Prior to jumping into their agenda the council invited Chris Rolli, from Spring Valley Public Utilities (SVPU), to discuss the recent water issues. On Wednesday, February 4 a hole was discovered in the water tower, then, in an unfortunate case of bad timing, the city suffered a … [Read more...]
Kingsland Board Hears Update On New Curriculum
On Wednesday, January 21, the Kingsland School Board began their first meeting of the year with a presentation from teachers Angela Forland, fifth and sixth grade, and Tara Holmen, first grade, who spoke to the group about the new reading curriculum Minnesota’s Reading to Ensure Academic Development (READ) Act was signed into law in 2023. The goal of the act is to have all … [Read more...]
Mayor Expresses Optimism for Spring Valley’s Future
On Monday, January 12, 2026, the Spring Valley City Council kicked off their first meeting of the new year by reviewing their annual resolutions. The Fillmore County Journal was named the official newspaper. Security State Bank, Alerus Bank, First State Bank and First National Bank were designated as the official depository of city funds. A resolution appointing the Mayor, City … [Read more...]
TNT Hearing Tops Kingsland School Board Agenda
By Paula Barness Prior to their regular meeting on December 15, 2025, the Kingsland School Board held their annual Truth and Taxation hearing. Kingsland business manager Julie Schreiber told the board currently, the allowance per pupil is at $7,481, but if the general education formula allowance actually kept up with inflation it would be at $8,951. “When the general … [Read more...]