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DNR webinars cover archery hunting, sturgeon fishing
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources invites Minnesotans interested in learning about the basics of archery hunting and sturgeon fishing to attend upcoming webinars. The archery hunting webinar will be at noon on Wednesday, Feb.
MNRAAA seeking appliants for funding under Older Americans Act
The Minnesota River Area Agency on Aging (MNRAAA) is seeking applicants for funding under Title III-E of the Older Americans Act. Funding is available to develop and/or expand caregiver support services in MNRAAA’s twentyseven county service area for the period of June 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022.
Time to buy new hunting, fishing licenses
It’s the time of year when anglers and hunters need to buy new fishing and hunting licenses. Minnesota fishing, hunting and trapping licenses for 2021 expire Monday, Feb. 28. Licenses for 2022 are now available wherever fishing and hunting licenses are sold, online (mndnr.gov/BuyALicense) and by telephone at 888-665-4236. Mobile buyers receive a text or email that serves as proof of a valid fish or game license to state conservation officers.
GOLD College Kick-off Event March 10 at SMSU
GOLD College at Southwest Minnesota State University will hold its spring kick-off on Thursday, March 10 at 10 a.m. in Charter Hall 201 on campus.
Kicmal to Step Down as United Way CEO
United Way of Southwest Minnesota (UWSWMN) announces that CEO, Sarah Kicmal, is leaving her role at the beginning of April to accept a position with December Day Creative. The UWSWMN Board of Directors will open a search for a new CEO in the near future. “We cannot thank Sarah enough for the dedication, passion, enthusiasm and motivation she has given United Way of Southwest Minnesota and our communities over the past several years” said Terry Kriz, UWSWMN board chair. “She will be greatly missed by the staff, Board, donors, volunteers and community partners. We look forward to following the success of her career and are hopeful and excited for the next chapter of United Way of Southwest Minnesota as we continue to unite people and resources to improve lives and strengthen communities in southwest Minnesota. Our Board of Directors holds great confidence that UWSWMN is served by dedicated staff and supported by generous donors, strong partners, and able volunteers both now and into the future.” Kriz and Rachel Nuese, UWSWMN board vice chair, will lead the Transition and Search Committee for Kicmal’s successor.
Jeff Nuese earns CPCU designation
Jeff Nuese has been awarded the professional insurance designation, Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU). He successfully completed courses and examinations on risk management principles, insurance policy contracts and coverage analysis. Nuese is an Underwriter for the Commercial Underwriting department and has been with North Star since October of 2019. MINNESOTA
DNR Nongame Program EagleCam egg-laying videos available
WHAT: The Nongame Program EagleCam eagles are about to become parents for the second year. Their first egg arrived on Feb.
Lakeview celebrates “I Love to Read” month
Monday was "Snuggle up with a Good Book/PJ Day". KAREN BERG Some of the staff members dressed up as crayons for dress-up week.
Lakeview Board discusses new advisory council, approves personnel changes
At the Lakeview School Boar's Valentine's Day meeting, Superintendent Chris Fenske reported that the Board held a discussion on the American Indian Parent Advisory Council, which is now required for Lakeview because it has more than ten students who are American Indian. The Board later approved a resolution regarding its formation for the 2022-23 school years. "The goal would be for the council to meet around four times per school year," Fenske said. "There is no additional funding that comes to the district for the designation, but eh committee works as an advisory committee for the district curriculum committee and provides suggestions about educational programs and activities for American Indian students."
55+ Driver Discount Program offered
The Minnesota Highway Safety Center will be offering 55+ Driver Discount Courses on the following days: There will be a four-hour Refresher Course on March 7th from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.