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Time to pop a wheelie

Defined as a sudden burst of speed combined with a shift in body weight to the rear, the wheelie is as much a sign of spring as daffodils or tulips…

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A topic that has run across my “desk” a few times recently is the concept of “Greater Minnesota versus the Metro,” and I really think we are winning out here.That…

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St. James teacher earns high honor

BY LEE CARLSON For the St. James Plaindealer A trip to Kansas City ended with the title of National Health Teacher of the Year for Steve Chapin, a veteran physical education/health teacher at St. James High School. One of four educators up for the prize, Chapin added the distinction to accomplishments as 2026 SHAPE Central…

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TRACK & FIELD: Spartans finish indoor season

BY LEE CARLSONFor the St. James PlaindealerSt. James-Madelia track and field teams made two trips to Minnesota State University Mankato for indoor track meets, the final event March 24. Several athletes proved good on high placings at the first meet, including Nora Kern winning the shot put and Caleb DeCann placing first in the 800-meter…

Opinion

Time to pop a wheelie

Defined as a sudden burst of speed combined with a shift in body weight to the rear, the wheelie is as much a sign of spring as daffodils or tulips poking up through the soil.…

Conversations

Making a difference

A topic that has run across my “desk” a few times recently is the concept of “Greater Minnesota versus the Metro,” and I really think we are winning out here.That doesn’t mean people in the…

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