Kingsland school board held a “work session” meeting on August 11. Members participating included Jackie Horsman, Natasha Howard, Gwen Howard, Maranda Emig, Pamela Freet, and Superintendent James Hecimovich. Kyle Rader was absent. The board had lengthy discussion on the Safe Learning Plan for the upcoming school year. The COVID pandemic is the main consideration in … [Read more...]
Rich Wicks
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working, he can often be spotted chasing his wife and kids around the
neighborhood, hollering, "Uff da, slow down!"
Sugar Creek Vineyard & Meadery: Quality over quantity
A pair of brothers, Bryan and Kevin Logue, have embarked on a new business venture in rural Fountain, and they recently gave an interview to introduce their business to the community. Sugar Creek Vineyard and Meadery has been open since the spring of this year, and the brothers say that it’s a case of “so far, so good.” As a small family-owned business, the Logue brothers … [Read more...]
Mabel-Canton picks learning plan for upcoming year
The Mabel-Canton School Board met in regular session on July 27. In attendance were Mark Wiedemann, Jason Marquardt, Chris Miller, Cristal Adkins, Superintendent Gary Kuphal, Lisa Halverson, Diane Wilder, Dustin Tollefsrud, Traci Livingood, and Principal Michelle Wiedemann. The board discussed whether or not to offer distance learning for the upcoming school year. … [Read more...]
Kingsland facility maintenance plan discussed
Kingsland school board held a regular session on July 19, with all members participating (Jackie Horsman, Kyle Rader, Natasha Howard, Gwen Howard, Maranda Emig, Pamela Freet, and Superintendent James Hecimovich). Also in attendance were Principal Scott Klavetter and Building & Grounds Director Jason Thompson. Business Manager Amber Herbrand participated via Zoom … [Read more...]
Spring Valley preps for Ag Days
The Spring Valley City Council held a regular council meeting on July 12 at city hall, with all members present (Luan Ruesink, Chris Danielson, Greg Brooks, John Dols and Mayor Tony Archer). Also attending was City Clerk/Administrator Deb Zimmer. The council approved several requests for the upcoming Ag Days event, including a temporary liquor license (for the Chamber of … [Read more...]
Wykoff approves 4-way stop at Pearl & Main Streets
The Wykoff City Council met in regular session on July 12. All council members were in attendance (Lyle Morey, Richard Gleason, Mayor Al Williams, Ryan Breckenridge, and Barbara Fate). City Clerk Becky Schmidt and Deputy Clerk Luann Hare also attended. The council returned to a matter that had been tabled during the June meeting. Citizen Rocky Vreeman asked if the … [Read more...]
Mabel changes process for zoning permits
Mabel’s City Council met on July 14. Attending were Mayor James Westby, Terry Torkelson, Adam Wilder, and Cory Wilson. Kirsten Wyffels was absent. Also participating were City Clerk Karen Larson and Jeff Rein. The council approved five zoning permit requests. Immediately following that action, Adam Wilder asked, “Is there any better way we can do that?” There was … [Read more...]
Kingsland extracurricular eligibility rules mulled
Kingsland School Board held their monthly “work session” on July 7. Members participating included Jackie Horsman, Kyle Rader, Natasha Howard, Maranda Emig, Pamela Freet, and Superintendent James Hecimovich. Business Manager Amber Herbrand participated via Zoom technology. Gwen Howard was absent. The meeting included first readings of the proposed new Student Handbook and … [Read more...]
Ostrander to upgrade playground
During the July 6 Ostrander City Council meeting, the board discussed the condition of the playground equipment in the city park. Council members present included Stephanie Start, Dan Hellerud, Vernon Thompson, and Mayor Pam Kunert, along with Jeremy Runkle and city clerk Wendy Brincks. DJ Start was absent. Regarding the playground equipment at the city park, Wendy Brincks … [Read more...]
Spring Valley again denies deer hunt within city limits
The Spring Valley city council held a regular council meeting on June 28, at city hall. Members present included Luan Ruesink, Greg Brooks, John Dols and Mayor Tony Archer. Chris Danielson was absent. Also attending was City Clerk/Administrator Deb Zimmer. Sandy Oeltjen was on the agenda to ask the council to consider a hunting ordinance proposal. Her proposal included, … [Read more...]