Montevideo Schools staff recognized at annual banquet

On Wednesday, May 28th, the Montevideo Public School district recognized and celebrated teachers, staff and friends of education “70’s Style” at the district’s annual staff recognition banquet.

Live Well, Age Wisely: Insights into Dementia-Related Behaviors…

My position at Prairie Five is funded in part by a grant from the Southwest Initiative Foundation. Without this wonderful organization investing in our rural areas, we would not have robust aging services programming at our agency. Currently, my position is also funded in part by federal Title III dollars which were awarded by the Minnesota River Area Agency on Aging (MNRAAA.) It’s important to acknowledge these funders and express appreciation for them. Thank you!

MMS May Students of the Month

Montevideo Middle School Students of the Month for May are: Sawyer Sachariason, Charley Seeman, Jonathon Nehring, Samaira Steinbach, Haeden Honzay, MaKena Harrington, Asher Anderson, Willis McCune, Tania Guzman Anariba, Andrea Cardona Chavez, Lilliana Morataya Medellin.

Ask a Trooper: E-Z Pass Text Scam…

Question: I have been receiving text messages about an “E-Z Pass Final Reminder.” It’s something about having an outstanding toll and submitting payment. I was told it was a scam. Can you get me more information on this?

Beyond Reason: Serpentine…

Many readers turn to Beyond Reason for helpful, everyday advice. How do I politely decline an invitation to play pickleball? (Move.) How do I get my beach bod ready? (Fast.) What do I wear to a Kentucky Derby party? (Hat.)

This Happened Here: A Toddler’s Revenge…

[Note: This week’s “here” is courtesy of frequent reader and now contributor Diane Ladner, a proud grandmother who passed me a sheaf of memories she’d set down for her children and grandchildren to enjoy. She gave it to me seeking feedback, and the only notes I had were that it was well-written… and now I’m stealing it for this column.]