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News from WRAP: The holidays can be a stressful time
When most of us think about the holidays, our heads are filled with pleasant images.

Ask a Trooper: Two license plates…
Question: My question is why electric cars and trucks do not have front license plates?
MnDOT receives federal funds to move forward with Northern Lights Express planning
The Minnesota Department of Transportation announced it has received $500,000 in federal funds to advance the planning of the Northern Lights Express (NLX) passenger rail project.
Minnesota State University, Mankato to award 1,772 degrees at end of Fall Semester
Minnesota State University, Mankato awarded 1,772 degrees to 1,617 students at the end of the fall 2023 semester, with commencement ceremonies scheduled for 9 a.m.

Event on Pearl Harbor Day unveils new Navy Hangar
Photos by Letitia Thomas-Skalicky

SWWC Student Enrichment Program receives Community Impact Grant
The SWWC Foundation for Innovation in Education has received a community impact grant from the United Way of Southwest Minnesota (UWSWMN) for $4,000 to invest in the SWWC Service Cooperative’s Student Enrichment Programs.
MnDOT opens application process for funding EV charging stations
The Minnesota Department of Transportation has opened the application process for private and public entities to tap into federal funds to own and operate electric vehicle charging stations.
Dry conditions throughout Minnesota increase potential for wildfires
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources encourages Minnesotans to use caution and stay aware of wildfire risk.

Country Schools a theme at annual YMC Historical Society meeting
On December nd, the Yellow Medicine County Historical Society hosted their Annual Meeting at the Granite Run Golf Course.

Fundraiser brings in sales of close to $32,000
The Lakeview Elementary students held a fundraiser for the PTO this fall.