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Apply to serve on district-level advisory committees for 2024-25
Get involved and make a difference at Osseo Area Schools. Four district-level advisory committees are looking for parent/guardian volunteers who are interested in influencing the direction of the district’s instructional programs, enrollment/capacity, emergency management, and financial matters. The following committees have openings. To apply or learn more, visit district279.org and look under the news section. District Planning Advisory Council ...
Rogers fire hydrant flushing begins Oct. 7
The city of Rogers Utilities Department will begin flushing over 900 fire hydrants on Monday, Oct. 7, and anticipates being completed by Friday, Nov. 8. This fall maintenance aids to verify proper operation of the hydrants, evaluate available flow to the hydrant and remove sediments from the water lines. Flushing will be done between the hours of 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. (weekdays only). During this time, you may experience temporary pressure changes and discolored water, which can be remedied by flushing cold tap water in a laundry tub or outside spigot until the water runs clear. Call the Rogers Public Works Department at 763-428-8580, option 8, with any questions or concerns.
Why stair exercises may be your best bet for burning calories
PLYMOUTH, Minn. — The key to losing weight might be sitting right there in your house or apartment building. A new study claims walking upstairs can burn 20 times more calories than walking on flat ground. That's a significant spike compared to previous research.What are the benefits of using stairs for exercise? And how does it compare to running? Good Question.If you want to step up your exercise routine, then simply step up to the stairs. "I feel like it's the best cardio workout," said Mike Leonard as he stood next to a stair machine at the Life...
Westonka girls tennis takes 2nd in Wright County Conference
The Mound Westonka girls varsity tennis team has had a fun and solid start to the season. After six weeks of matches, the team placed second in the Wright County Conference and currently has a record of 7 wins and 8 losses in both dual matches and tournaments. The charismatic varsity team is led by Senior captains Jessica Hoernemann, Gracie O’Halloran, and Savannah Paul, along with junior captain Zoe Wood....
Osseo Board hears from new student representatives
Two new student representatives spoke at the Osseo School Board’s first meeting of the school year. Naomi Cooper-Grear spoke first for Park Center Senior High, followed by Re’son Adkins speaking for 279 Online on Sept. 24. Cooper-Grear said she hopes to represent people who haven’t had their voices heard before, and said everyone at Park Center was excited for the start of the year and for homecoming. Adkins reported that...
Osseo sports round up: Oct. 3
Finishing strong The Osseo boys’ soccer team is ending the season in good form. They went 2-0-1 last week. Wins over Robbinsdale Armstrong and Champlin Park sandwiched a tie against Park Center. Osseo hosted Robbinsdale Armstrong on Sept. 24 and won 5-2. John Fallah scored two goals. Arthur Hernandez-Monzon, Douglas Wagner and Foster Killen also scored. ...
Edina girls top Tonka for aquatics title
As usual, the Lake Conference girls aquatics title came down to a dual meet between Edina and Minnetonka. On Sept. 24, Edina took the title by winning 100-86. The meet went down to the last race of the day, the 400-yard freestyle relay. Edina took first place and added a third place to wrap up the victory. The meet began with an Edina victory in the 200-yard medley relay. Bobbi...
Crimson girls take 2nd, boys 7th in Osseo Invitational
The sun was shining on cross country runners at the Osseo Invitational at the Elm Creek Park Reserve on Sept. 26. Maple Grove had a strong showing at the meet. The girls’ team was the runner-up to Centennial and senior Gannon Farrens led the boys to a seventh-place finish. Kylie Nelson was the individual champion for Centennial as she led the Cougars with three top 10 runners and the team medal with 55 points. Maple Grove scored 135, 17 points ahead of third-place Providence Academy. ...
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