News
Lundy honored on retirement from North Star
Cindy Lundy of Cottonwood recently retired from North Star Mutual Insurance Company. At her retirement, she held the position of Senior Claims Representative for the Property/Casualty Claims department. Cindy was honored on March 3rd at the Home Office in Cottonwood after completing 45 years of service. She is pictured with North Star President and CEO, Pete Hellie. Photo Submitted
North Star promotions announced
Jeanine Hanson has been promoted to Senior Payroll Specialist for the Human Resources department. Jeanine has worked for North Star since March of 2017 and most recently held the position of Payroll Specialist. Photo Submitted
Lakeview Student Life
Lauren Boe learning the shades of blue in Art class. Photo by Karen Berg Ethan Staab and Colter Stensrud visit with Dixie the Therapy Dog.
Aaron Kuehn benefit raises funds for new prothesis
Echo native Aaron Kuehn was in need of another prosthesis to replace the current one that was wearing out. His insurance company was denying covering it, so a few local service groups banded together to throw him a fundraising benefit Saturday.
Miles Taylor joins Advocate Tribune staff
Miles Taylor has officially joined the Advocate Tribune staff as a reporter. “I’m especially excited about the local arts events, particularly dance, visiual art and music,” he says.
ECHO Charter School Board hears reports on 25th anniversary plans, prom donations
At its April 7 meeting, the ECHO Charter School Board heard how plans were shaping up for the celebration festivities commemorating the school’s 25th anniversary. School business manager Pam Redetzke had information to share about the upcoming events and opportunities to include the community as well as the staff and students at the school for the festivities.
Lotus 507 Salon blossoms in Cottonwood
Freelance Journalist, CherryRoad Media Long-time loved Hot Looks Salon in Cottonwood has changed its colors. The business is flying a new flag under the name Lotus 507 Salon.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Thursday, April 7th: Cottonwood Coop Oil Co. Annual Meeting at 7 p.m.
Echo Alliance missionary crew visits Honduras
From March 1-11, a mission team from Echo Alliance Church visited Honduras to provide labor and the Gospel to the inhabitants there. Echo Alliance Pastor Marty Reynhout was one of the those who made the trip to the World Gospel Mission (WGM) site in El Pinar, Honduras, in the western part of the country, and was blessed by the experience.
Lakeview 2nd grade class hosts shopping experience
Lakeview Second graders recently set up shop and hosted a shopping experience for their fellow students and school staff. The shops were set up in the second grade classrooms, and students priced inventory and completed employee training prior to the event. The Laker Mall was in full swing on Friday. The employees were ready to work at the book store, candy store, toy store, and restaurant. They were practicing many different math strategies throughout the activity, all the while getting to shop and work. Second grade teacher Erin Geary said, “Students really enjoyed this theme activity and walked away with mastering many skills and many goodies.” Photos Submitted