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COVID Cases Edge Downward in Wright County as School Decision Nears
While we won’t know the numbers that will determine school reopening plans for the St. Michael-Albertville district until the end of next week, Wright County did get a reassuring sign Thursday evening. The state released updated case counts by county for the weeks of July 19-Aug. 1, and it showed … Read Full Article
STMA School District Prepares for Aug. 21st Decision
Talk of what to do about school this fall has reached a fever pitch in Minnesota recently, as families first waited for Governor Tim Walz’s announcement last Thursday and, now, many await plans from the school districts themselves. St. Michael-Albertville school district’s superintendent, Dr. … Read Full Article
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UPDATED: Popular St. Michael Restaurant Closes, Re-Opens Due to COVID-19
UPDATE: After testing and cleaning, Main Street Farmer and BK Taphaus successfully re-opened Friday, July 10 to the public. The businesses released the following statements to their fans on Facebook: Original story: St. Michael's most popular venue … Read Full Article
Boyer Truck Moving Ahead with New Location Near I-94
Residents who drive or live on the southeast side of St. Michael will see some new earthwork taking place soon, as Boyer Truck begins grading for its new 84,000 square foot sales and repair facility on the northwest corner of County Rd. 36 and Ogren Ave. NE, … Read Full Article
St. Michael Daze and Knights Scrapped for 2020
The show in St. Michael won't go on. Despite slowing numbers with the spread of COVID-19, the potential for a coronavirus outbreak has the St. Michael Daze and Knights Committee looking to 2021, and making the move to cancel this year's community … Read Full Article
STMA Superintendent Recognized for Professionalism
The St. Michael-Albertville school district superintendent, Dr. Ann-Marie Foucault, recently received an award for professionalism from the Minnesota Association of School Administrators (MASA) Region VI. The Professionalism award goes to a leader who serves … Read Full Article
State Releases Guidance for School Districts as Plans Begin for Fall 2020
Today, the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) and the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) released guidance to help Minnesota’s public schools plan for the 2020-21 school year. “As we look ahead to the next school year, the health and safety of our … Read Full Article
BREAKING: Fire Levels Business in Hanover Industrial Park
Multiple fire departments were called to the Hanover Industrial Park around 7 p.m. Monday, June 15 after the sky filled with smoke thanks to a fire in the 11000 block of Lamont Avenue Northeast. The pole shed is registered - according to Wright County … Read Full Article
STMA School Board Cuts Over $600,000 from 2021 Budget
The St. Michael-Albertville school district planned to dip into its reserve funds for the upcoming school year, but new financial pressure stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the district’s financial concerns, leading to a decision to make cuts … Read Full Article
Interstate 94 Construction Proceeds, Major Closures in Maple Grove Next Week
MnDOT wants to update drivers on major traffic impacts in the Maple Grove area as crews continue to resurface eastbound Interstate 94. Beginning at 1 a.m. Monday, June 15, the ramps to and from Maple Grove Parkway and eastbound I-94 will close. These ramp … Read Full Article
ISD 728 Teachers, Artists Help Brighten Minneapolis Area Hit by Riots
The string of businesses with plywood covering windows in south Minneapolis was an eyesore and a reminder of the unrest and unruly behavior that highlighted the first week of June. But out of darkness often comes light. And one person's piece of plywood can … Read Full Article