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Zerwas to Retire from Minnesota Legislature

The decision, which centers on the Representative's health, surprised local leaders.

November 25, 2019 By Mike Schoemer

Rep. Nick Zerwas, who has represented his home area of Elk River – as well as Big Lake and Otsego –  in the Minnesota State Legislature for much of the past decade, is resigning from his seat, according to an announcement released today. The legislator said he will step down on Friday, Dec. 6, 2019. […]

Tagged With: Elk River, Minnesota State Legislature, Nick Zerwas, Otsego

Elk River Area Schools Will Go to Voters in November

ISD 728 will seek levy funds, bond for an additional school building.

August 2, 2019 By Mike Schoemer

The ISD 728 School Board unanimously approved a request to seek more local tax dollars to support educational programs and address building maintenance and growing enrollment needs at its regular meeting Monday, June 24. If voters approve the requests, schools throughout the district in Elk River, Otsego, Rogers and Zimmerman would all see improvements. The […]

Tagged With: 2019, Elk River, ISD 728, referendum

Three Finalists – All from Minnesota – Named for ISD 728 Superintendent

February 10, 2017 By Mike Schoemer

Following interviews of six candidates Feb. 7 and 8, the ISD 728 School Board has selected three finalists for the position of Superintendent of Schools. The finalists will be placed into an interview process that will include meetings with board members, staff, students and community members next week. Dr. Michael S. Funk – Superintendent, Albert Lea Area […]

Tagged With: Elk River, schools, search, Superintendent

Six Candidates Named in Elk River Schools Superintendent Search

February 7, 2017 By Mike Schoemer

 The ISD 728 School Board has accepted a slate of six candidates for first round interviews to fill the position of Superintendent of Schools, taking action on recommendations put forward by a search firm at a special meeting held Monday, Feb. 6. The district serves the Wright County communities of St. Michael, Otsego and Albertville, […]

Tagged With: Elk River, ISD 728, Superintendent serach

North Ballet Brings Minnesota Nutcracker to Elk River

December 7, 2016 By Mike Schoemer

Zabee Theater will once again host a holiday classic, featuring talented dancers from St. Michael, Albertville and the surrounding area. The North Ballet Academy will host a weekend run of the Christmas favorite, “The Nutcracker,” set for Dec. 9, 10 and 11 in the Zabee Theater. Curtain times are 7 p.m. Friday, 1 p.m. and 6:30 […]

Tagged With: Elk River, events, Nutcracker

Knights Will Look to Derail Elk River Train in Fifth Straight Section Final Tonight

November 4, 2016 By Mike Schoemer

In the last five years, this has been Jared Essler’s main goal. “Once you get to the Section Championship and beyond, everyone’s good. Everyone’s had a good season. You’ve made it this far, so anything can happen,” Essler told NWCT back in 2014, in the midst of this five-year run. With every advantage Elk River […]

Tagged With: Elk River, football, Knights, St. Michael-Albertville

WATCH LIVE: Elk River Hosts Defending State Champ STMA

September 23, 2016 By Mike Schoemer

Can’t make it to Schempf Field in Elk River tonight for the showdown between No. 1 St. Michael-Albertville and No. 6 Elk River High? Check it out right here, courtesy of “The Cube.” Share Events on The Cube A note: There is no audio with The Cube’s livestream, but you can tune into tonight’s contest […]

Tagged With: Elk River, football, STMA

Fourth of July Fireworks Displays at Delano, Elk River and Beyond

June 30, 2016 By Mike Schoemer

Wondering where to catch a good Fourth of July celebration around the metro? Look no further than Delano, which is set to have an old-fashioned Independence Day that includes one of the oldest parades in the Twin Cities area, as well as the fireworks show families love. Festivities start Friday and continue through Monday, July […]

Tagged With: displays, Elk River, Fireworks, Fourth of July

Filing Period Opens for ISD 728 Board of Education

May 17, 2016 By Mike Schoemer

Filing has now opened for at least a portion of the 2016 ISD 728 School Board election. ISD 728, formerly known as the “Elk River Area” school district, includes Otsego and portion of St. Michael and Albertville north and east of Interstate 94. The period to file for the open seat representing District 2, which […]

Tagged With: Elk River, ISD 728, Otsego, schools

St. Michael-Albertville Girls Look to Extend Basketball Dynasty

March 9, 2016 By Mike Schoemer

It has, in short, been the school’s longest running success story on the girls’ side since the turn of the century. St. Michael-Albertville’s girls’ basketball team has overcome heated rivalries with schools like Buffalo, Rogers and Elk River, an entirely new class level (now playing with the big schools) and the loss of one talented […]

Tagged With: Elk River, girls basketball, Section Championship, STMA

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