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Jurgens Comments On Session End

The 2022 legislative session has ended, and though Minnesotans’ top priorities this year were inflation and public safety neither of those topics were officially addressed prior to adjournment, according to Representative Tony Jurgens. He commented that one area where compromise was reached was on a comprehensive taxes proposal. He said he was extremely pleased to …

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CNC Announces WI Visitor Center Grand Opening

Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center’s visitor center project at the Wisconsin Campus is winding down, as construction is wrapping up on CNC’s new Al and Laurie Hein Visitor Center. According the CNC website, since the initial gift of land by the Heins in 1989, Carpenter has envisioned, and worked toward, a permanent facility on …

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Schommer Makes Court Appearance

The case against Mary Schommer moved forward on Monday morning, when she made her initial appearance in court. Schommer is accused of funneling $173,000 from her mother for her own personal expenses, and to keep her business open, and was charged with seven counts of felony financial exploitation of a vulnerable adult while acting as …

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McAuliffe Elementary Throws Beach Party

ISD 200 reports that on Friday, May 20, McAuliffe Elementary had a school-wide Beach Party celebration after students earned 3,748 Pride tickets during the second semester. Students played pool noodle tag, had beach ball relay races, and enjoyed an afternoon of showing their Eagle Pride. Students earned Eagle Pride tickets for showing expectations that were …

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Fleet Farm Hiring For Hastings Store

Mills Fleet Farm is continuing to renovate the former Target Store on Highway 55 in Hastings, and the store is now at the point where they are seeking employees to staff the facility. Store Manager Kyle commented from in the store. Click here for audio     The store is still on track for opening later …

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Siefert Named Educator Of The Year In Cottage Grove

On Thursday, May 19, Patrice Siefert received the 2022 Cottage Grove Educator of the Year award from the Cottage Grove Area Chamber of Commerce. According to a press release, Siefert, an English learner (EL) teacher at Pine Hill Elementary School, is known for creating a bridge between the school and the surrounding community by reaching …

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Dakota County Receives Fleet Award

According to a press release, the County was chosen the overall No. 1 fleet for showing leadership with staff, customers and within the community; staying efficient and competitive; overcoming challenges; and having a vision and direction for the operation. Kevin Schlangen, CAFM, CEM, CPFP, fleet manager for Dakota County, who accepted the award on behalf …

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Pledge To Graduate Student Awarded

The Washington County Attorney’s Office has named East Ridge student Samuel Tran of Newport, as one of two “Pledge To Graduate” award winners for the 2021-2022 school year. According to a press release, the County Attorney’s office has made a significant effort to raise awareness of the importance of high school graduation, so, this past …

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School Board Meeting Preview

The ISD 200 School Board meets for regular business at 6 PM, on Wednesday, May 25th. Agenda items include recognition of Employees of the Semester, and designating the Employee of the Year. The board will hear a report from the United Way of Hastings, and conduct first readings of Policy 503.2, Early Admission to Kindergarten, …

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Prescott Well 3 Update

The City of Prescott continues to move forward with a project to install a reverse osmosis nitrate removal treatment plant at Well #3 because of elevated nitrate levels. At Monday evening’s City Council meeting, City Administrator Matt Wolf reviewed two resolutions to authorize the City to pursue State bonding for the project. Click here for …

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