Mabel-Canton School Board offered Gary A. Kuphal the position of Superintendent for Independent School District #238. After a closed-door session, the school board unanimously approved offering Kuphal the position at $500 per day for 105 days, and contributions made to his 403(b) retirement fund. This offer is contingent on Kuphal’s formal acceptance. Kuphal would replace … [Read more...]
Melanoma awareness one step at a time
The facts: Melanoma, although not as common as others of similar characteristics, is unarguably the most serious as far as categories of skin cancer. Indeed, in 2017, an estimation of nearly 10,000 victims will meet their demise at the cost of the deadly disease in the United States alone. The goal: To educate of this ever-pestilent evil, as well as emphasize means in which … [Read more...]
Houston School Board approves new policies, handbooks
The Houston School Board met in the library of Houston Public High School on Thursday, August 3, 2017, at 6 p.m. for their regular meeting. In attendance were Superintendent Abraham and Board members Bonner, Stillin, Krage, Wilson and Evenson, with Board members Carlson and Norlien entering the meeting later. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, the board approved the agenda … [Read more...]
College News
Dean’s List Spring 2017 • Drake University: Kyli Torkelson, Rushford • Riverland Community College: Kyler Paulson, Rushford; Jadelin Aarsvold, Spring Valley; Zachary Bubany, Spring Valley; Zachary Buchholtz, President’s List, Spring Valley; Troy Leutink, Spring Valley; Logan O’Connell, Spring Valley; Marina Schwanke, President’s List, Spring Valley; Erica Staat, President’s … [Read more...]
Great need for quality child care in rural Minnesota
Human Services Assistant Commissioner Jim Koppel recently visited Cedar Mountain Cougar Childcare Center in Franklin, Minn., to emphasize the importance of quality child care, and highlight businesses and communities coming together to address the need for child care. “Without consistent, quality child care, children often struggle and are not prepared to enter kindergarten, … [Read more...]
Popular sports for seniors
Age doesn't have to stop older men and women from enjoying their favorite sports. In fact, remaining active can improve physical and mental health. If a doctor has confirmed that it is okay to participate in sports, these activities can help men and women 50 and older enjoy friendly competition and physical activity. Fishing Fishing is more than just a leisurely day at the … [Read more...]
Houston School Board honors two retiring teachers
The Houston Public School Board met for its regular meeting at 6 p.m. on Thursday, July 20 in the Houston Public High School Library. In attendance were Superintendent Abraham and Board members Bonner, Krage, Wilson, Stillin, and Evenson. Board member Norlien arrived at approximately 6:16. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, the board approved the agenda and opened the meeting … [Read more...]
Fillmore Central prepares for upcoming school year
“Maintenance is going great at both sites,” Principal Heath Olstad said at the July 25 Fillmore Central School Board meeting. Both the Harmony and Preston Fillmore Central buildings are getting in shape for the 2017-18 school year. He also noted that he’s given tours of the school to new families that will be starting at the district. The district is gearing up for its … [Read more...]
R-P School Board hosts last meeting in old school; split on basketball coaching
Monday, July 17 the Rushford-Peterson School Board held their last board meeting in what will soon be a vacant building. The new preK-12 school facility is nearing completion and the keys will be turned over to the school August 15. Six of the seven members on the board were present for the meeting and posed for a photo in the nearly empty biology room to mark the occasion. … [Read more...]
Fillmore Central Community Education receives books to promote early literacy
OWATONNA, MN, June 22, 2017 - Fillmore Central Community Education was one of 29 organizations to receive donated books through Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation’s (SMIF) BookStart program, which awarded a total of 10,000 books valued at $186,375.00, is one of SMIF’s early childhood efforts focused on providing resources so all children can have a healthy life of … [Read more...]