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Feathered Friends Return to Our Prairies
Nesting bald eagles, trumpeter swans and white pelicans are among the many birds showing up in and around the area sloughs this week. Robins, pheasants, Red-wing blackbirds and ring-billed gulls are also among the many feathered friends returning to our prairies as we move further into spring. Photos | Tom Watson. Read More >
Appleton
Joint meeting brings together city and commission members for cohesive governance
by Leslie Ehrenberg
The Appleton City Council held a joint meeting with all seven city commissions this past Wednesday, March 26. Under the previous city management, all long-standing commissions were eliminated.
Cities have commissions to provide specialized expertise, community input, and a more in-depth look at specific issues. They act as an advisory body to the city council, facilitating citizen engagement in local governance. Read More >
Swift County
Lac qui Parle Valley School Board approves 2025-26 school calendar
by Lydia Rebehn
The Lac qui Parle Valley School Board approved the academic calendar for the 2025-26 school year at their meeting on Monday, March 24. However, the calendar could be revised, most notably to the final days of the school year.
As approved on Monday, the calendar starts the school year on Monday, Aug. 25, holds graduation on Sunday, May 24, and ends on Thursday, May 28. This means that all non-graduating students would take a three-day Memorial Day weekend and then return for the three final days of the school year. Read More >
