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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

by Coach Wayne “Ribsy” Petermeier The Tigers hosted the Braves from Benson last Friday night on Homecoming night. The Braves came in with a high-scoring offense that could score on any play. To the credit of a fired-up defense and a fire in their belly we hadn’t seen in a few games, the Tiger “D” did an outstanding job of containing the “POWER T” offense. The boys did a great job of knowing their gap and staying true to their gap responsibility. Stopping that offense require

by Coach Jared Hoemberg The Bertha-Hewitt Bears bounced back in a big way Friday night, defeating McGregor 64-14 on the road. The win moves the Bears to 6-1 on the season and keeps them in the hunt for a conference title heading into the final week of the regular season. Bertha-Hewitt controlled the game from start to finish, jumping out to a 30-6 lead at halftime and never looking back. The offense was firing on all cylinders, racking up 458 rushing yards and 562 total yar

by Missy Beyatt The Bertha-Hewitt volleyball team continues to show steady improvement as the season progresses. Earlier in the week, the Bears traveled to Swanville, where they played competitively and scrappy throughout the night. Despite several close sets, the Bears fell 3-1 but demonstrated better court communication and energy. On Thursday, Bertha-Hewitt hosted the Pillager Huskies for their annual Pink Out Night, playing in support of breast cancer awareness. The Bea

by Coach Kenny Miller The Bertha-Hewitt Cross Country team made the trip to Arvig Park in Perham on October 9 to take on one of the largest and most competitive meets of their season. Although the temperatures were still unseasonably warm for October, the Bears were greeted with a flat, fast course ideal for strong performances. The event featured 28 schools from Classes A, AA, and AAA, with some races topping more than 300 athletes, a true test of endurance and mental tough