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theguillotine.com
College Recruiting: state placewinner Schmid to Minnesota State University Mankato
Vincent Schmid of Mille Lacs has committed to wrestling for Minnesota State University Mankato following his upcoming senior season. Schmid is a two-time state qualifier for The Raiders, placing third at 114 pounds in Class A in 2026 as a junior. He was a state qualifier at 114 pounds as a sophomore.
St. Peter Herald
John Ireland Catholic School celebrates 100 years of education
It’s been a century since John Ireland Catholic School was first opened to students in St. Peter in September, 1926. Over the years, the school has undergone many changes, from expanding its facilities to rebuilding them entirely in the wake of the devastating 1998 tornado. Amanda Roche, Principal at John Ireland Catholic School, celebrated the insititution’s 100 year anniversary while debuting a new debut a new learning model for students. Through it all, what has remained steadfast at John Ireland is its sense of community. Over 50 alumni of the Catholic elementary school entered its doors on Oct. 3 to celebrate the school’s centennial celebration. With them, the former students filled the building with the kind of memories that are difficult to put on a timeline. Rows of athletic trophies, yearbook photos dating back to the 1950’s and newspaper clippings filled the cafeteria social hall, inviting attendees to take in the school’s history as they took a tour of the building and gathered for Mass. For Principal Amanda Roche, in her third year at John Ireland, the gathering offered a chance to see the school through the eyes of people who had experienced it in another era. “We wanted to
edinazephyrus.com
EHS ranks number one in MN public high schools
One of Edina’s most well-known features is its school system. Edina High School has always been high up in the rankings, but during the 2025–26 school year, it consistently outperformed state averages, placing first in the U.S. News Best High Schools Ranking of Minnesota traditional public high schools. It is also second in high schools overall, placing it under Nova Classical Academy Upper School in Saint Paul.
winthropnewsmn.com
MCW shuts out GFW in Homecoming game
Some big plays fueled Martin County West’s win over the GFW Firebirds on Friday evening. The host GFW was celebrating Homecoming week. It took just four plays for the Mavericks to find the end zone. A completed pass with a facemasking penalty tacked on resulted in a 22-yard pickup to the GFW 14-yard line. Two plays later, MCW scored on a 10-yard run for a 6-0 lead.
Eden Prairie Local News
New name approved for Eden Prairie Schools’ Valley View Campus
Eden Prairie School Board members approved “Epicenter” as the new name for the former Valley View Campus on Sept. 28. The post New name approved for Eden Prairie Schools’ Valley View Campus appeared first on Eden Prairie Local News .
newulmeagle.com
Adam Sandler takes over NUHS
New Ulm high school students are showing their homecoming spirit by dressing up for the different days of the week. Monday was Comfy/Adam Sandler day, and many students dressed up in baggy clothing or as some of Sandler’s famous roles. The other dress up days are Country v.s Country Club, Minnesota day, BOTC Colors, and Eagle Pride. Senior at NUHS Joey Wise, dressed up as happy Gilmore to show his HOCO spirit. Joey said, “I chose to dress up today to show my school spirit and I think he is a funny guy and a good role model.”
radiomankato.com
Mankato East Announces 2026 Wall of Distinction Inductees
Mankato Area Public Schools is celebrating four Mankato East High School graduates selected for the school’s 2026 Wall of Distinction. This year’s inductees are Richard Hamer, Christopher Kennedy, Jennifer (Studer) Pfeffer and Sarah Richards. The induction ceremony will take place at 4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2, in the...
St. Peter Herald
St. Peter Public Schools announces Homecoming candidates
Saint Peter High School’s annual Homecoming celebration is set for the week of October 5-10. The SPHS Student Council has a full day of activities scheduled throughout that busy and fun-filled week. SPHS Homecoming candidates were announced Friday, Sept. 28 during Saints Time with the traditional banner drop by the Student Council members with percussionists Maya Knutson and Enzo Gazzola providing the drum roll to add to the suspense. Homecoming Queen candidates include Audrey Menning, Lily Prunty, Sammy Rubischko, Lyric Ruble, and Noelle Simonette. Homecoming King candidates include Alex Korir, Ryan Moelter, Finley Olson, Everett Pettis, and Zakir SayidNour. St. Peter High School’s Homecoming week activities include: Monday, Oct. 5 — Pajama Day Tuesday, Oct. 6 — Surfer vs. Biker Day (the “vroom, vroom” kind of biker!) Wednesday, Oct. 7 — Class Color Day (Seniors — Pink, Juniors — Blue, Sophomores — Purple, Freshmen — Green) Thursday, Oct. 8 — Adam Sandler Day Friday, Oct. 9 — Fun Day (early release schedule featuring: Pep Fest, indoor and outdoor games and activities) Saints Day, Parade at 4:30; coronation at approximately 6:30, football game vs. Albert Lea, 7 p.m. at Floyd B. Johnson Field. Saturday, Oct. 10 — Homecoming Dance (Semi-Formal, High
Le Sueur County News
TCU School Board votes to close Le Center Primary building
The Tri-City United School Board voted Sept. 28 to close the TCU Le Center Primary building, citing the cost of maintaining the facility and the expense of bringing the aging building into compliance with modern accessibility requirements. The building, located at 160 Mill Ave. in Le Center, will be closed to people under the plan recommended by the district’s Finance and Facilities committees. Kevin Babcock, speaking to the board, said the building currently costs the district between $80,000 and $100,000 a year simply to keep it heated, despite having no regular school programming inside. Under the closure plan, the district would reduce the building’s heat to a temperature sufficient to maintain the facility and shut off its water. Babcock said one of the building’s boilers also is not currently functioning. “We have a boiler that’s not working currently,” Babcock said, explaining that the building has a central boiler located near the middle of the facility and the small gym. The district has been working to determine how activities and programs currently using the building could be accommodated elsewhere. Youth wrestling, which had practiced in the Le Center building on Monday evenings, will move its practices to the TCU high school.
algonaradio.com
Ledyard Couple Honors Late Friend with Scholarship Endowment to Iowa Lakes
–A new endowment fund at Iowa Lakes Community College will help fund scholarships that were recently established by a Ledyard couple as a way to honor a longtime friend. The Iowa Lakes Board of Trustees formally accepted the $100,000 gift from Hank and Pam Pedersen during their meeting this month. The endowed funds will build on the Thom-Pedersen scholarships that were established in 2022 by the Pedersen family in memory of their close friend, Robert Anthony Thom.
newulmeagle.com
Class of 2027 getting back to back dubs in powderpuff
The Class of 2027 came in with a chip on their shoulders after winning powderpuff the year before. Now they attempt to defend their title in New Ulm High school’s 2026 BOTC on Wednesday September 23. The Seniors, led by quarterback Grace Barie, managed to defeat the Freshman and...
newulmeagle.com
Shining bright in purple and white
Homecoming week is a fun and exciting week for everyone at New Ulm High School. But for the Cheer team at our school it’s eventful and stressful at the same time because they are prepping and making sure the routine and the stunts are ready to go. On the...
newulmeagle.com
Junior powder puff comes up short
The Junior class had their first Battle Of The Classes event, powder puff, Wednesday 23, 2026 at the New Ulm Public High School at 7pm. The Junior’s won their first game against the sophomores. Sophomores lost to the Juniors 19-8. Then, the Juniors had to compete against the superior seniors. This game was very much anticipated, but the Juniors ended up losing 21-12.
Herald And Journal
Watertown-Mayer Hall of Fame welcomes five new inductees
Watertown-Mayer Public Schools welcomed five new members into its Hall of Fame Sept. 18, recognizing a group of alumni and supporters whose accomplishments and contributions have helped bring distinction to the Royal community. The 2026 Hall of Fame class was inducted during halftime of the Royals’ Homecoming football game against...
KEYC
North Mankato special education teacher receives Golden Apple Award
NORTH MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - Dane Ecker, a physical education and health teacher at the Futures program in North Mankato, is this school year’s first Golden Apple Award recipient. Futures serves K-12 students with behavioral and special education needs in the Mankato Area Public School District, keeping class sizes...