Verndale Sun 5/283

Area Schools Hold Steady in Enrollment

by Trinity Gruenberg trinity@inhnews.com A new school year is underway, and students are settling into their routines. Some are back in familiar classrooms, while others are getting to know new teachers and hallways. Enrollment across local districts has stayed fairly steady, with only small changes as families move, transfer or explore other options like homeschooling, online learning or ALC programs. But while classrooms are full, funding is getting a little tighter. Thi

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Pirates Fall to Wolverines in Straight Sets

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Trojans Edge Pirates in Back-and-Forth Battle

The Verndale Pirates came up just short in a high-scoring thriller Friday night, falling 36-34 to the Sebeka Trojans in a game that saw multiple lead changes and standout performances on both sides of the ball. Verndale came out strong, jumping to a 14-0 lead in the first quarter with two rushing touchdowns from Hollister Heinz—a 3-yard score followed by an 18-yard dash. Heinz also added a successful PAT on the first touchdown. Sebeka answered before the end of the quarter w

Oct 141 min read

Dusting Off the Archives

News from Verndale's Past 40 Years Ago, October 9, 1985 • Although the response has been great for talented people of the Verndale area to sign up for this year’s Extravaganza, more people are needed, according to Maurie Finck, director. Over 40 have filled out the questionnaires regarding their talents and choices of areas in which to become involved, but Finck indicated he’d like at least 30 more so that no one will be overworked. Registration blanks are available at Barb’

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