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Wersal advances to State Track and Field Meet in discus

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Wersal advances to State Track and Field Meet in discus

Kinley Bruns breaks out of the blocks in the 100-meter dash Photos by Michael Mattison Annie Wersal finished second in the discus at the Section 2A Track and Field Meet on Saturday, qualifing for the State Meet which will be held June 10-12 at St. Michael. Several GFW Thunderbird athletes competed in the Section Meet. Wersal had a throw of 114 feet 11 inches. She was second to Alabama Hoonhorst of Heron Lake-Okabena/Fulda who threw 125–4, while …Read Article

Maiers participates in State Visual Arts Festival

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Maiers participates in State Visual Arts Festival

by Michael Mattison Faith Maiers created an art piece that qualify for the Minnesota State High School League Visual Arts State Festival which was held May 10th at the Perpich Center for Arts Education in Golden Valley. Seven students in the art club at GFW High School got a chance to create pieces and participate in the Section 2A Visual Arts Contest, April 9th, at TCU High School in Montgomery. All of the GFW students received superior ratings…Read Article

GFW Pioneer Express FFA members attended the MN State FFA Convention

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GFW Pioneer Express FFA members attended the MN State FFA Convention

FFA members from the GFW Pioneer Express FFA Chapter attended the 96th Minnesota FFA Convention held at the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities and the Minnesota State Fair, April 28-29. GFW Pioneer Express FFA Chapter had 29 members among the over 4,000 FFA members from across Minnesota in 7th-12th grade attending this year’s convention. FFA members participated in Career Development and Invitational Events (CDEs), were recognized with profic…Read Article

Alfred retiring after 30-plus years at GFW

by Michael Mattison Carolee Alfred will be winding down her teaching career this week as she will be retiring at the end of the school year. The long-time GFW teacher has taught first grade, second grade for two years and special education the past three years. The majority of her career has been in the first grade classroom. She arrived at GFW in 1992. Alfred is originally from Bloomington. She received her teacher’s degree from Minnesota State…Winthrop · Winthrop Read Article

GFW NHS inducts new members

Fourteen new members were inducted into GFW NHS on Monday. The new inductees were Ellison Fitzpatrick, Jennifer Guzman, Addison Henningson, Chloe Henrichs, Kailynn Hubred, Matthew Lee, Skylar Lyimo, Eric Messner, Ella Nachreiner, Miley Odegard, Sean Ozabal, Mandy Prigge, Lara Stegeman and Haley Strain.Winthrop · Winthrop Read Article

Final paving installed on Second Street

The final lift on Second Street was completed on Wednesday and Thursday as well as the paving of the parking lot at the North Carver and Second Street intersection. Photos by Michael MattisonWinthrop · Winthrop Read Article

GFW Elementary School Spring Concert

For more photos of the concert, check out the May 21 issue of the Winthrop News.Winthrop · Winthrop Read Article

Thunderbird baseball defeats Sibley East

by Michael Mattison The week began well for the GFW Thunderbird baseball team with a win over Sibley East on Monday 5-2. After two scoreless innings, Sibley East posted a run in the third but the T-Birds responded with three in the bottom of the inning to take the lead. With one out, Owen Swenson was hit by a pitch and moved to second on a balk. Kaden Rieke drew a two-out walk and then balks put the runners on second and third. Luke Bastian’s si…Baseball · Winthrop Read Article

Johnson named Chairman of Minnesota Masonic Charities Board of Directors

Minnesota Masonic Charities is proud to announce that Steven R. Johnson has been appointed Chairman of its Board of Directors. A Mason for over 50 years and a dedicated member of Sibley Lodge No. 209, Johnson has long advocated for the organization’s philanthropic work. His passion for supporting students through MMC’s scholarship programs and his commitment to healthcare and the Minnesota Masonic Home have made him a valued leader and changemak…Winthrop · Winthrop Read Article

GFW reviews potential budget cuts, Abatement Bond

by Doug Hanson On May 5, the GFW School Board continued its review of possible budget cuts. Based on a conservative enrollment number, the District is trying to cut $452,100 from its current budget. Superintendent Kelly Smith started by saying he was rethinking the Sibley County Family Facilitator reduction after receiving more information on the position. The facilitator is different than the Greater Minnessota Family Service position that deal…Winthrop · Winthrop Read Article

Council abates another property

by Michael Mattison The Winthrop City Council approved the abatement of 213 South Nicollet Street at it regular meeting on Monday, May 5. The decision came later in the meeting after a public hearing on the issue was held. The property falls under health and safety, stated City Administrator Michael Looft. The area is zoned residential and appears to be a salvage yard business. “This clearly is against our codes and ordinances. We certainly woul…Property · Winthrop Read Article

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