Lino Lakes
EDUCATION
AH School Board hears proposed 2025 budget
After controversy and an announcement that a standoff over a potential budget had been resolved, the Anoka-Hennepin School Board heard a proposal for the 2025 budget on May 20. The presentation took place during the regular school board meeting, and was presented by Chief Financial Officer Michelle Vargas. As it stands, the total revenue expected in Fiscal Year 2025 is $717,264,851 for the district, while expenses are at $742,599,453. The spending not covered by revenues will come from the district’s fund balance. Vargas broke down...
University of Minnesota gymnasts scramble to find new practice space
MINNEAPOLIS — It's a journey that's taken all kinds of twists and turns. When the University of Minnesota men's gymnastics program got cut a few years ago, the team continued as a club sport and claimed the national championship this year. But fresh off the big win, they're facing another major hurdle. They're losing their practice space in Cooke Hall. "What it embodies is the spirit of this program," Minnesota men's gymnastics head coach Mike Burns said. After the sport was cut in 2021, coach Burns turned it into a competitive club program. They now have 23 students, which is more than before. "What...
Applicants sought for regional board membership
University of Minnesota Extension Southwest Regional. Sustainable Development Partnership (Southwest RSDP) is seeking applicants for their board of. directors and work groups. Southwest RSDP is one of five regional partnerships that connect local communities with. University of Minnesota resources to support sustainable development in Greater Minnesota. RSDP focuses on natural...
Bloomington Kennedy class of 2024 graduates tonight
The Bloomington Kennedy High School class of 2024 will host its commencement ceremony tonight, May 30, in Minneapolis. Several Kennedy students were asked to share memories and experiences from their high school years. The participating students are Bryce Bannister, Kelsey Cruz Rojas, Sadia Mohamud and Rafael Pretel Ramos. What was your favorite high school experience/memory? ...
St. Paul Public Schools renovating century-old middle school in Summit Hill neighborhood
Hidden River Middle School has served thousands of students for the past century in St. Paul’s historic Summit Hill neighborhood. Now, the outdated features of the school — formerly known as Ramsey Middle School — have given way to a $54.2 million energy-efficient renovation highlighted during a groundbreaking ceremony Thursday.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.