At the October 25 Fillmore Central School Board meeting, Elementary Principal Jim Peters reported that the SPED rooms have had their lighting upgraded to color tuned lights, which allows the colors and brightness of the lights to be adjusted. “They use it every day with the kids,” Peters said. He is currently evaluating the space in the building to find more room that can be … [Read more...]
Mabel-Canton to add wellness room
During the Mabel-Canton school board meeting on October 18, all members were in attendance (Traci Livingood participated via remote technology). Also participating were Superintendent Gary Kuphal, Aimee Lake, business manager; Lisa Halverson, district secretary; and Michelle Wiedemann, principal. Principal Wiedemann said that “College Week” was in full swing, with posters … [Read more...]
Rushford promotes business opportunities
After months of closed session discussion, the City of Rushford has opted to reject a counteroffer from Farmers Win Cooperative for the purchase of the former elevator site in downtown Rushford. The council approved submission of a purchase agreement earlier in the month, including acceptance of no counteroffers. The city’s offer was largely focused more on the contingencies … [Read more...]
Kingsland adding after-school options and transportation
The Kingsland School Board met in regular session on October 17. Members present included Cindy Seabright, Maranda Emig, and Kyle Rader. Superintendent Scott Klavetter also participated. Natasha Howard was absent. “We are going to be starting after school programs, much like we did last year, starting here after MEA. So Dusty’s been working on, and is pretty much ready to … [Read more...]
Rushford Village revamps hall rental agreement
Last month, City Attorney Joe O’Koren cautioned the Rushford Village ouncil regarding its current rental agreement for the village hall. The topic came following a request to rent the village hall and sought permission to serve alcohol at an upcoming event. Similar past requests were council approved with a public insurance certificate naming the city as a covered party. … [Read more...]
Title IX, 50 years later
Title IX, a section of the Education Amendments signed into law by President Richard M. Nixon on June 23, 1972, celebrates 50 years. Title IX is a mere 37 words, but the words have a much deeper meaning, as was found out over the past 50 years. “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be … [Read more...]
August Jobs Report Shows Pause in Growth Unemployment rate remains below 2%
ST. PAUL – Minnesota’s unemployment rate ticked up one-tenth of a point to 1.9% in August, although it remains at a historic low, according to numbers released today by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). Minnesota’s labor force participation rate ticked down two-tenths of a point to 68.2%. In August, the U.S. unemployment rate rose by … [Read more...]
Whalan council focuses on city hall maintenance
The Whalan City Council spent a portion of the October 11 council meeting discussing maintenance at the city hall. As the long months of winter approach, the mayor advised creating a maintenance schedule to ensure that checklist items are taken care of. Present at the regularly scheduled meeting were Mayor Marlys Tuftin, along with council members Thore E. Johnson, Kim … [Read more...]
R-P needs community involvement
At their regular monthly meeting on October 17, the Rushford-Peterson School Board heard that the school still needs substitute paraprofessionals, kitchen staff, and teachers as well as bus drivers. While regular bus routes are filled, the school and Bernard Bus Service struggle to cover extra transportation for sports and activities. All training and testing for new drivers … [Read more...]
Spring Grove students are keeping busy
By Kaitlin Longhauser Spring Grove School Board members met at Spring Grove Public School’s Learning Resource Center on Tuesday October 18, from 7-7:25 p.m. Board members present include Aaron Solum, Stephanie Jaster, Jenny Stender, Aric Elton, Rhan Flatin, and Kelly Rohland. The board approved the Consent Asgenda, minutes from the September 19 regular board meeting, and the … [Read more...]