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A 55+ Driver Improvement Course is being offered through NRHEG Community Education March 24 and 25 from 5:30-9:30 p.m. in Room D107 at NRHEG High School in New Richland. You must attend both nights.
The eight-hour session is taught by Minnesota Hwy. Safety Center trained instructors. The class will explore changes in laws, the latest vehicle technology, and provide you with easy-to-use defensive driving tips. In addition, we will explore traffic safety and accident prevention. The classroom sessions are the initial eight-hour and four-hour refresher format. First-time participants must complete the two four-hour sessions. Completion of this course allows for a 10% reduction on automobile insurance premiums for those age 55 and over. After completing the eight-hour course, you must take the four-hour refresher every three years to take advantage of the discount.
To register, visit www.mnsafetycenter.org or call 507-417-2667.
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After a very long winter, it’s time to start thinking about those spring and summer community projects or needs.
The New Richland Area Foundation Fund grants application deadline of March 31 is fast approaching.
The foundation’s grant focus is; Arts & Culture, Education, Health & Human Services and Recreation. Grants are made to nonprofit organizations under 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code and also to schools and government agencies. The policy of the foundation is to provide grants for community development projects and programs, which are responsive to the changing community needs in promoting quality education, cultural, wellness, recreational, social service, environmental and civic opportunities.
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Ellendale City Council
By SCOTT GROTH
Contributing Writer
The Ellendale City Council met Thursday, February 26 with Mayor Skroch and all council members present. Also attending the meeting was LeeAnn Hojberg, City Clerk, and Josh Otto, Maintenance.
It was during Mayor Skroch’s time for his items that Skroch brought up the contract with Steele County for police protection.
Skroch had indicated at the previous meeting that he would like to do away with the contract held with the county. Skroch said that he knows of many neighboring small towns that do not pay extra for public safety. The current contract between the City and Steele County can be terminated by either party with a 90-day notice.
Councilperson Kibler mentioned that she thought holding a town hall type forum may be a good chance for residents to share their view on this matter.
The council moved to have a public forum on Thursday, March 12 at 7 p.m. in the council chambers.
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Area Food Shelf of NR kicks off March campaign Sunday at Trinity Lutheran
By JIM LUTGENS
Editor/Publisher
Looking for something to do the afternoon of Sunday, March 8? Look no further.
The Area Food Shelf of New Richland is hosting its 4th Annual “Groove 4 Food” at 1:30 at Trinity Lutheran Church.
The event kicks off March Food Share Month for the food shelf and features local humorist Al Batt serving as master of ceremonies, musical acts performing throughout the afternoon, and a live auction. It’s the biggest fundraiser of the year for the local food shelf, according to food shelf board member Sharon Eckart.
“‘Groove 4 Food’ means exactly what is meant to be,” said Eckart. “We have local entertainment that sing and play instruments for food or money. The food shelf board has had so much fun planning this event. We start months ahead to think of themes and entertainers. The community has backed this since we started. Everyone in the community has been so great and very generous.”
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Maddie Wagner tops 1,000 career points
NRHEG High School sophomore Maddie Wagner, right, poses for a photo with head coach Onika Peterson after scoring the 1,000th point of her career Monday night as the Panthers defeated Maple River 60-48 in their opening-round Section 2AA girls' basketball game in New Richland. A varsity player since seventh grade, Wagner scored a game-high 16 points Monday. The Panthers play Thursday, March 5 against WEM in the Section 2AA South Sub-Section semifinals at 7:45 p.m. at Mankato East High School. (Star Eagle photo by Chris Schlaak)