Dilworth-Glyndon-Felton School Board Reviews Special Education Funding, Student Inclusion, and Future Planning

Overview: The Dilworth-Glyndon-Felton School Board recently convened to address several issues, including a detailed examination of special education funding, efforts to enhance student representation in district leadership, and strategic planning following a failed referendum. The board also celebrated student achievements in the arts and sports, while discussing future goals for educational improvement.

Moorhead Area School Board Discusses Referendum Success and Union Contributions

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Moorhead Area School Board detailed the involvement of local unions and community members in their successful 2025 referendum campaign. The meeting also touched on financial contributions to district programs and an upcoming schedule for truth and taxation discussions.

Clay County Commissioners Tackle Concerns Over Proposed Concrete Plant and Retirement Incentives

Overview: The recent meeting of the Clay County Board of Commissioners was marked by discussions concerning a proposed concrete readymix plant, the approval of a new subdivision, and an early retirement incentive program for county employees. These topics sparked considerable debate among commissioners and community members, reflecting a range of perspectives on land use, financial management, and community development.

Clay County Board Denies Cannabis Business Variance Amidst Strong Community Opposition

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Clay County Board of Commissioners addressed several significant proposals, with the most contentious being the denial of a variance request for a cannabis dispensary in Baker, Minnesota. This decision followed extensive public hearings where community members voiced strong concerns about the potential impacts of the dispensary on their rural lifestyle. Additionally, the meeting covered issues related to other local developments, including a proposed concrete plant and ongoing community initiatives addressing mental health and substance use.

Dilworth City Council Discusses Heartland Trail Project and Comprehensive Plan Updates

Overview: The Dilworth City Council meeting on November 12, 2025, focused on topics, including the development of the Heartland Trail and updates to the city’s comprehensive plan.