The following board members were present at the January 8, 2020, meeting: Amy Jeffers, Lanny Isensee, Scott Backer, Katie Priebe, Matt McMahon and Rick Lowrey. Also present were Superintendent Ed Harris, Principals Shane McBroom and Randy Paulson and Community Education Director LuAnn Kleven. Krista O’Connor, business manager; Lorri Lowrey, administrative assistant; and Student … [Read more...]
Journal Writing Project: The scary truth of high school students’ mental health
For as long as I can remember, there has been talk about high school students and mental health. There are many different levels involved in mental health, stress being one of the leading problems among youth and even adults. Stress can potentially lead to many other mental health issues such as: depression, anxiety, and many others. Everyone says that they want the best for … [Read more...]
Ask a Trooper
Minnesota State Patrol Question: What allows private for-profit ambulance companies to run tax-exempt license plates on their vehicles? Answer: Vehicles owned by ambulance services specifically intended for emergency response or providing ambulance services are exempt under the Minnesota State statutes. All services must have a valid license issued by the board. The … [Read more...]
Critical need for blood and platelet donors after the holidays
The American Red Cross currently has a critical need for blood and platelet donors of all blood types – especially type O – to make an appointment now to give and help replenish the blood supply after the holiday weeks. Right now, the Red Cross has less than a three-day supply of type O blood. To help tackle the critical need, the Red Cross and NFL are working together to offer … [Read more...]
Peterson continues to hear vehicle compliance woes
The City of Peterson enacted an ordinance regulating public vehicle nuisances in January 2019 after months of extensive discussion and formally approving the ordinance in November 2018. Despite notification to citizens, the city continues to hear from residents regarding the fines. Per ordinance, inoperable vehicles unless properly licensed or registered. In regards to nuisance … [Read more...]