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HHS netters get past Hunters, 7-0
HIBBING—The run for the Section 7A tennis title started Tuesday, and the Hibbing High School boys tennis team took their first step en route to the finals. The Bluejackets only allowed Duluth Denfeld to win four games in the doubles as Hibbing went on to beat the Hunters 7-0 at the Lincoln Elementary School Courts. It’s only one match, and there’s tougher ones in the coming days, but Bluejacket coach...
HHS 9 beats Thunderhawks in 9 innings
HIBBING—Jay Wetzel has been coaching the Hibbing High School baseball team for 15 seasons, and there’s one thing missing from his résumé—win over Grand Rapids. Wetzel can finally put that behind him as the Bluejackets got a bases-loaded infield single in the bottom of the ninth inning to score the game-winning run in a 6-5 victory over the Thunderhawks Monday at Al Nyberg Field. Even during Hibbing’s state-tournament run in...
AAUW celebrates scholarship recipients
At the May 20 meeting AAUW is celebrating with the recipients of the four scholarships awarded by the branch in 2024. Continuing a long tradition of a scholarship to a non- traditional woman student at Minnesota North, this year’s recipient is Heather Smith, a Practical Nursing student from Bovey. This scholarship was first established at Itasca Community College in 1996. Four scholarships are being awarded through the Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation. In 2006 the Branch began a funding drive to support a non-traditional student...
HHS netters open 7A play today vs. Hunters
HIBBING—The high school tennis season started in early April, and the playoffs seemed so far away. Well, it’s that time of the year again as the Section 7A Playoffs begin today, with No. 2 seeded Hibbing hosting No. 7 seeded Duluth Denfeld, beginning at 4 p.m. at the Lincoln Elementary School Courts. Bluejacket coach Gary Conda can’t believe that it’s section tournament time already. ...
Chisholm School District prepares to break ground on new school
CHISHOLM—The Chisholm School District announced recently that it is ready to break ground on a new school building. At 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 28, a groundbreaking is taking for a new preschool through grade six elementary school, including a gym, and cafeteria/commons, at 301 Fourth Street Southwest, according to a news release. The ceremony is open to the public and includes remarks from school leaders, a symbolic turning of the dirt to start construction, photo opportunities, and refreshments for all. ...
Boben tosses perfect game as 'Jackets beat Titans
HIBBING—If finding some hitting was the main priority coming into the season, then Hibbing High School softball coach Kadee is heading on the right track. The Bluejacket mentor watched her team rap out nine hits, including two home runs, en route to a 10-0, five-inning, 10-run rule victory over Greenway/Nashwauk-Keewatin Friday at Bennett Park Field. The best thing about it was that it wasn’t just the top of the order...
National teacher appreciation week: highlighting outstanding teachers in district 318
May 6th through the 10th marks national teachers week and is a great way to recognize our outstanding teachers in the area. Our teachers strive to extend their passion and skills into their students' education. Consider writing a note or taking the time to thank a teacher for all of their hard work and dedication. Rachel Nelson is a first grade teacher at East Elementary. What or who inspired you...
U.S. Department of Education launches next phase of FAFSA support strategy to boost completion rate among high school students
The U.S. Department of Education (Department) today announced additional steps to support students and their families with the Better FAFSA. The Department is launching a multi-million-dollar program as part of the FAFSA Student Support Strategy to help school districts, state, nonprofits and other public and private organizations with efforts to boost FAFSA completion. Since the new 2024—25 FAFSA form became available on Dec. 30, more than 8.95 million forms have been successfully submitted. The FAFSA Student Support Strategy funds will help grow capacity for organizations...
Minnesota High School Shines the Spotlight on Special Students
When you think back to your high school days, for most students, one of the biggest milestones was going to the prom. Most kids had seen their siblings, or neighbors go through the process, and they couldn’t wait until it was their turn. There are so many things to...
Minnesota High School Shines the Spotlight on Special Students
When you think back to your high school days, for most students, one of the biggest milestones was going to the prom. Most kids had seen their siblings, or neighbors go through the process, and they couldn’t wait until it was their turn. There are so many things to...
Minnesota High School Shines the Spotlight on Special Students
When you think back to your high school days, for most students, one of the biggest milestones was going to the prom. Most kids had seen their siblings, or neighbors go through the process, and they couldn’t wait until it was their turn. There are so many things to...
Wolverines get past Bluejacket netters
HIBBING—The first time the Rock Ridge and Hibbing High School boys tennis teams met back in April, the Wolverines came away with a 7-0 victory over the Bluejackets. One month later, things just got a little tighter. Rock Ridge had to win three singles matches, along with one doubles match, en route to a 4-3 victory over Hibbing Monday at the Lincoln Elementary School Courts. ...
Minnesota North College's impactful collaboration with Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity partners with the Minnesota North College Electrical Maintenance and Construction Program and Hibbing High School shop class to complete a house build each year. This project is an opportunity for students to have a real-world learning experience, while also providing the homeowners with low-cost electrical installation. This is the seventh house that the Electrical Maintenance and Construction Program has worked on in the last five years. Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit organization that helps families build and improve places to call...
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