An Anoka families journey with dealing with stomach cancer has led them to become leaders in their community.
Continue reading...SPRING LAKE PARK HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS BUILD A HOUSE
A class at Spring Lake Park High School is bringing students out of the classroom and onto a job site. This class is a part of the high school’s career and college readiness program. It introduces students to skills needed for careers ranging from construction to video game design to nursing.
Continue reading...SCHOOLS IN MINNESOTA REPORT LOWEST SCORES IN A DECADE
The Nation’s Report Card shows how school systems across the United States are faring, and it doesn’t look well for most states. Minnesota’s 4th and 8th graders saw a decrease in math and reading scores – although these 4th and 8th graders scored higher than the national average, its still the lowest score seen in decades.
Continue reading...THE GREAT PUMPKIN
The orange orb recently morphed into the largest jack-o’-lantern on Earth, as Maverick was carved into a Halloween hero on a recent sun-drenched day in downtown Anoka.
Continue reading...BALMY WEATHER HAS GOLFERS FLOCKING TO THE LINKS
A November heat wave had North Metro residents spending plenty of time outside this week. That was especially true at local golf courses.
Continue reading...ANOKA COUNTY LIBRARY LOOKS TO THE FUTURE
Over the past few decades, the offerings at the local library have changed. Now Anoka County Library is looking to the future and thinking about what the library may look like twenty years from now.
Continue reading...LOCAL EXPLORER PROGRAM HELPS TEENS GET HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE
Many teens in the program are looking to become law enforcement officers while others are looking to add to their resumes. These trainees learn communications skills and helps teach confidence and respect.
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