Minnesota is one of the top five states in the nation for eligible families enrolling in the federal supplemental nutrition program for women, infants, and children, known as WIC, and there are still about 61,000 Minnesota families who could benefit by signing up today.
Louis Bedard, an autism spectrum disorder teacher at Park Elementary in Hutchinson, was named KS95 Teacher of the Week in March. He, as well as other honorees, were feted at the KS95 Teacher of the Week Dinner May 16 at the Radisson Blu at the Mall of America. In honor of his recognition, Bedard received a plaque, as well as one to display at Park Elementary.
The following incidents were reported by Hutchinson Police Services. MAY 16: Hutchinson Police responded to a two-vehicle accident at Roberts Road Southwest and Alan Street Southwest.
There are people I do not like. Yesiree. Most of the time I can dodge them. Duck out before they dive my way. Let the call go to message. Flip them out of my Facebook feed. I have my “reasons.” I suspect you have your own host of reasons for doing the same. The reasons may differ but the question hangs there — can you not like someone and still love them? Loving people is God’s command ment. Love thy neighbor as thyself. Jesus solved the “who is my neighbor” question before Mr. Rogers ever had a neighborhood. Everyone is our neighbor. What, then, does it mean to love and not like? Is it even possible?
Hutchinson Theatre Company’s summer musical, “Matilda,” is based on the 1988 novel of the same name by Roald Dahl. The story centers on Matilda Worwood, a precocious 5-year-old girl who has the gift of telekinesis, which is the ability to move objects using her mental power. She loves to read, overcomes obstacles created by her family and school, and helps her teacher to reclaim her life.
The Hutchinson Senior Center is owned and operated by Hutchinson through its Parks, Recreation and Community Education Department. Activities for people age 55 or older are available 9 a.m.3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Hutchinson Event Center, 1005 State Highway 15 S. For more information, call 320-234-5656.
If you’ve noticed an increase in your utility costs during the winter months, it’s the perfect time to insulate your home to protect it from the summer heat. The insulation process may appear complex due to unfamiliar terms such as “R-value” and the wide range of materials available.
Living on the lake requires an indispensable component for enjoying the water — the dock. Not only does this area have dealers who sell them, but there are two companies who build them — Dock Rite in Hutchinson and Porta Dock in Dassel.