October 2022

The Redwood Area Education Foundation honored five new inductees to the Redwood Area Schools’ Hall of Fame on Friday, Oct. 7. The Hall of Fame is a recognition program designed to honor individuals who have made a significant impact on the Redwood Area Schools, surrounding communities and/or throughout the world. Jonathan Moore (Alumni), Henry and Mary Jo Boots (Community), Michael “Mick” Prescott (Community), Jerry Meschke (Staff/Faculty) and Jeanette Lothert- Cornell (Staff/Faculty) were presented with a plaque in recognition for their service, commitment, support and leadership of education and our community.

4-H youth from Redwood/Renville/ Brown County Dog Project participated in the Minnesota 4-H State Dog show Sept. 24-25, 2022. In total, 307 youth and 354 dogs from across the state participated in this annual event, held at the 4-H Building on the Minnesota State Fairgrounds.

Conner is a very deserving Cardinal of the Month. He has leadership skills and when he is leading he is making sure that others in his group are included and heard. In class he is eager to participate in discussions and is always respectful to everybody. Conner is a wonderful role model. Way to go, Conner!

I had the privilege of growing up in a Christian home. One of the features of that home was that there was no swearing, or really any kind of rough language. And that upbringing left its mark: To this day, nobody will ever hear me even use such words as “gee” or “gosh” or “heck” or “darn.” However, there was one phrase that, while not swearing, was absolutely never allowed to be used, especially if I was being encouraged by parents who very much thought I was capable of doing something: “I can’t.” I don’t remember anything particularly good happening as a result of my parents hearing me say those words. However, as I have gotten older, and particularly as I have learned more about the message of the Bible and the life of Jesus Christ, I have realized that the essence of the faith in Him that has embraced me can actually best be summed up by those two simple words: “I can’t.”

With the Nov. 8 election quickly approaching, candidates running for the same position for Redwood County Board and Redwood Falls City Council were given the opportunity to provide information to the voters. The candidates cover why they are running and the top issues they believe should be addressed these next few years. Next week's publication will cover District #2897 Board of Education candidates.