Bernards School Board Faces Transportation and Curriculum Challenges Amid New School Year Preparations

Overview: The Bernards Township School Board meeting addressed various issues, including transportation difficulties during the extended school year, new Spanish curriculum implementation, and upcoming changes to the academic intervention program.

Richfield Approves New Hispanic Grocery Store Amid Budget Discussions

Overview: The Richfield Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit and amended planned unit development for a new Hispanic grocery store, LMA Bonita, at the former Rainbow Foods site. The meeting also covered the city’s 2025 capital improvement budget, totaling $31.9 million, primarily for recreation and open space projects.

East Bethel City Council Debates Election Integrity Resolution Amid Concerns Over Volunteer Shortages

Overview: The East Bethel City Council’s August 26, 2024, meeting was marked by a discussion on election integrity and the challenges of recruiting election judges, alongside updates from the Anoka County Sheriff’s Office and the East Bethel Fire Department.

Pipestone Area School Board Approves Charter Buses for Long-Distance Trips and Section Playoffs

Overview: The Pipestone Area School Board held a meeting to discuss numerous topics related to transportation logistics, curriculum updates, and new programs, with a strong focus on the approval of charter buses for student activities that involve long-distance travel and section playoff games.

Opa-Locka City Commission Meeting Erupts Over City Manager Termination Debate

Overview: In a heated Opa-Locka City Commission meeting on August 26, 2024, discussions about the potential termination of City Manager Darin E. Williams dominated the agenda, revealing deep community divisions and broad concerns about city management, financial stability, and police conduct.