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Swanville Jr. High Student of the Month for March 2012

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Swanville Junior High School is proud to announce Connor Poland as the March Student of the Month for 7-9th grades. Connor is a ninth grade student. He is the son of Tim and Jennifer Poland. He has participated in plays since seventh grade, was in Marching Band in seventh and eighth grade, drum line in seventh and eighth grade. Connor was in Speech last year and is currently … [Read more...] about Swanville Jr. High Student of the Month for March 2012

Burtrum City: March 5, 2012

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The meeting of the Burtrum City Council was called to order on Monday, March 5, 2012 at 7 p.m. by Mayor Allen. All members answered roll call except Jenny Ahrendt. Minutes of the last meeting were read and approved on a motion by Anna Payne and seconded by Clara Taft. Upon vote motion carried. Finance report was read and accepted on a motion by Ron Strassburg and seconded … [Read more...] about Burtrum City: March 5, 2012

Notes from the Capitol By State Rep. Paul Anderson

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I’ve received several inquiries about a bill I’m sponsoring that pertains to Minnesota moving to a 20 percent blend of ethanol and gasoline. Although that remains a goal for our state, we can’t increase our ethanol blend without the approval of the federal Environmental Protection Agency. Currently, most gasoline sold in Minnesota contains a 10 percent blend of the renewable … [Read more...] about Notes from the Capitol By State Rep. Paul Anderson

Swanville National Honor Society Hosts Dr. Seuss Reading Event

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For one hour on March 15th, the Swanville Elementary, the High School National Honor Society and Healthy Communities groups hosted a special reading event to honor Dr. Seuss and Read Across America. Using many of Dr. Seuss’ famous books for ideas, some teachers put together games and activities for the children in the Swanville area and all the staff showed up to help the … [Read more...] about Swanville National Honor Society Hosts Dr. Seuss Reading Event