At the June 27 Fillmore Central School Board meeting, Superintendent Health Olstad updated the board on the spring sports season, noting that it went “amazingly well.” There’s a lot going on with summer rec and summer school right now. Over 100 students are participating in Strength and Agility. Logan Corson and Abagail Palkowski were hired as elementary teachers, Kayla Koch … [Read more...]
Rushford school building to be sold
At the June 26 meeting, the Rushford City Council once again discussed the future of the former Rushford-Peterson School District facilities at 100 North Mill Street during a closed session meeting. The historic site was sold to a private party in 2019 after the district expressed no interest in developing the properties. The city did indicate an interest in assuming control … [Read more...]
KPS utilizes collection agency
The Kingsland School Board met for their regular meeting on June 26 at 6 p.m. Kyle Radar, Gary Broadwater, Carmen Anderson, Cindy Seabright, Steve Tammel, Pam Freet and Superintendent Scott Klavetter were all present during roll call. After reciting the Pledge of Allegiance, the meeting’s agenda was approved unanimously with no additions. The school board acknowledged … [Read more...]
Fillmore County reviews 2022 performance measures
County Administrator Bobbie Hillery reviewed the 2022 performance measure results at the board’s June 27 meeting. The county continues to participate in the Minnesota performance measurement program which is intended to help residents and elected officials measure the ability of the county’s programs to produce quality and efficient, cost-effective service. The Minnesota … [Read more...]
R-P signs contract for Nike apparel
At their regular meeting June 20, the Rushford-Peterson School Board approved a five-year contract with Nike. In this contract, R-P agreed to purchase Nike apparel for its varsity sports programs at 40% off the retail price. BSN Sports will also set up online stores for each sport so the public can purchase gear (both Nike and less expensive apparel) to support specific sports. … [Read more...]
Rushford Village to update website
After speaking with several design companies, Rushford Village will contract with Vision Design for an updated website and domain. The council discussed details at the June 20 meeting. The current website provider, Catalis, contacted City Clerk Mary Miner regarding a sizable price increase. According to the Miner, the company says the increase offsets revenue shortages. She … [Read more...]
Spring Grove moves forward on fall referendum
The Spring Grove School Board, during its June 21 meeting, authorized Superintendent Rachel Udstuen to “submit all required information to the Commissioner of Education to request Review and Comment for the acquisition and betterment of school sites and facilities for a November 7, 2023, special election. The project would be financed through the issuance of School Building … [Read more...]
Caledonia School Board holds meeting in Brownsville
Caledonia School Board members met Wednesday, June 21 from 6-8:09 p.m. at Brownsville Community Center in Brownsville, Minn. Board members present included Derek Adamson, Tim Gunn, Leigh King, Melissa Marschall, Mike Peterson, Daniel Small and Spencer Yohe. In addition, elementary Principal Sue Link, middle/high school Principal Nathan Boler, Business Manager/Finance Director … [Read more...]
M-C 2023-24 budget approved
The Mabel-Canton School Board unanimously approved the 2023-24 preliminary budget at the June 20 meeting. The projected 2023-24 enrollment is a total of 274 students (250 Minnesota residents, and 24 Iowa residents), down four Decorah students. Business Manager Aimee Lake explained that the school will receive a lot of new funding this year, and since the school has yet to … [Read more...]
Peterson forms Museum Board after loss of curator
Long-time Peterson enthusiast and volunteer museum curator John Erickson passed away on May 30, leaving an obvious hole in museum operations. Erickson had an avid interest in history and genealogy. He was instrumental in the creation and operation of the Peterson Station Museum. “We lost John, as we know. We want to keep the museum going,” said Councilor Gail Boyum. She and … [Read more...]