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Proposed county levy stays at 5.7%

Dodge County’s proposed tax levy for 2026 remains at 5.7%, commissioners were told at last week’s meeting, the final look at it before the Truth in Taxation session on Dec. 11.
The latest draft, County Administrator Jim Elmquist told the board, had updates in the budget primarily in Human Services, Building Operations, and General Government.

Byron school district makes changes following OSA report

Byron school district makes changes following OSA report
Alex Malm
Staff Writer
The Byron school district is making changes to its purchasing procedures following a negative review by the State Auditor Office.

Locals give back to the community at Care & Share

Kasson and Mantorville residents turned out Thursday night to give back to the community at the annual Care & Share fundraising event.

Triton School Board gives OK on teacher contract

The Triton School Board and Triton Education Minnesota, the collective bargaining group that represents rank-and-file teachers, have agreed to a two-year deal.

Pre-game Thanksgiving with Turkey Day 5K

Looking to get some exercise before the big dinner on Thanksgiving Day? The 4th Annual Turkey Day 5k is just what you need.
Both the 5k and a 2.5k races begin at 8 a.m.
The family-friendly run/walk is hosted by The Main Alternative.
All race registrations and other donations will be given directly to the Food Shelf in Kasson and the Dodge County Salvation Army.

Dallenbach named Triton Teacher of the Year

Jill Dallenbach has been awarded the 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year for Triton Public Schools.
Dallenbach is the K-12 art teacher for Triton. She has had a passion for art since she was a child. Her mother was a professional artist and had an art studio in their home. She grew up exposed to art and the creative process from a young age.
For the past 30 years she has taught at Triton.

Byron voters approve levy requests

Byron voters on Tuesday approved the district’s requests for an operating levy and a capital projects levy. 
Vote totals for Question 1 were 1,385 in favor and 1,200 opposed. Totals for Question 2 were 1,328 in favor and 1,256 opposed. Question 2 would not have passed unless Question 1 did. 

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