Do you enjoy learning about the natural world? If so, consider becoming a Minnesota Master Naturalist volunteer!  Saint John’s Outdoor University, Collegeville, is hosting a Minnesota Master Naturalist Volunteer Training beginning Feb. 3, 2025. Master Naturalist volunteers complete a 40-hour hands-on course with expert instructors and fellow learners – studying natural history, environmental interpretation and conservation stewardship…. Read More

Undergraduate and graduate students studying music can apply for the DAR Marian Anderson Legacy Scholarship through Jan. 31, 2025. Sponsored by the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), the scholarship provides a one-time $5,000 award to one student annually who is pursuing undergraduate or graduate study in music.   Marian Anderson (1897-1993) was a… Read More

Free clinics held were well attended From the Pope County Tribune, Thursday, Jan. 22, 1925 The Blairs have been putting up ice for the Glenwood Creamery this week and are now about through with the job. The Glenwood Ice Co., are also putting up their supply. The ice crop this year is of a fine quality.  * *… Read More

110 YEARS AGO From Jan. 22, 1915 C.C. Gorder, former county commissioner of Starbuck was calling on his many friends in Glenwood on Saturday. Mr. Gorder is one of the substantial men of the county and receives a most hearty welcome from his friends here. Mrs. Mabel Anderson entertained company Wednesday last week in honor of her son,… Read More

Students at Minnewaska Area Elementary School kicked off January with their Laker Pride Assembly. The theme was Laker Pride goal setting for 2025. Every student K-3 thought of an area of Laker Pride they could improve on and wrote it on a post-it note. Four students shared their goals during the assembly: • Kindergarten – Abigal… Read More

Each month, Glacial Hills Elementary School offers an exciting lineup of exploratory classes designed to inspire creativity and hands-on learning for 3rd through 6th-grade students. These classes cover a wide range of interests, including Porch Pots, Construction, Holidays Around the World, Hockey, Yearbook, Archery, Bike Camping, Kitchen Ambassadors, and even Green Screen Newscasting. Students have embraced… Read More

By Kris Goracke Reporter At the regular Pope County Commissioner’s meeting on Tuesday, January 7, Larry Lindor was elected as Board Chair for 2025, with Paul Wildman chosen as Vice-Chair. The board addressed organizational matters and first-year items, with commissioners maintaining their 2024 assignments. Additionally, the Pope County Tribune and Times was designated the official paper,… Read More

County Commissioners Gordy Wagner and Paul Gerde took the oath of office for a new four-year term on the Pope County Board of Commissioners after being reelected during the 2024 general election. The swearing-in ceremony on January 7, conducted by District Court Judge Melissa Listug, took place immediately before the Pope County Board’s organizational meeting. Commissioner Gordy… Read More

The Minnewaska Area Pep Band was on hand at the Minnewaska Area vs. WCA boys basketball game, Thursday in the high school gym.  The band entertained the crowd during warmups and then played the National Anthem prior to player introductions and the game.   Pictured above and below are most of the members of the… Read More

Minnewaska Area Elementary Schools announced the first group of students this year to reach 100 Accelerated Reader points to earn a medal.  The students from left are: Front row: Beckett Olson, Kendall Martinson, Luke Fremling and Lucas Johnson. Back row: Adaline Drever, Zach Schroeder, Hunter Abrahamson, Drew Kath and Carsyn Paulzine.  The students earn points… Read More