The annual Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments test results are out for 2023-2024 are out and some area schools are celebrating.
Kasson-Mantorville
“At Kasson-Mantorville Schools, we always put students first. Our commitment to excellence can be seen daily in classrooms, and we work as a team to ensure that students are learning at high levels every day,” Director of Student and Staff Support Systems, Ashley Kaplan said.

Mantorville has an active protestant church again.
Church! of the Nazarene in Kasson purchased the historic 1858 Congregational church building at 515 Walnut Street in Mantorville and is launching a new Christian work there. The Congregationalists had previously renamed the building the Stonebridge. The new church is retaining Stonebridge as the name of the building to honor the heritage of faith given to them.

Olde Fashioned Christmas in Mantorville isn’t until December 7, however, the Mantorville Chamber of Commerce is offering you a chance to reserve your 2024 limited edition cookie tin this Saturday to make sure you will have one come December.
The cookie tin is used to collect a variety of holiday cookies at many participating businesses or some folks purchase them as keepsakes. The tins cost $20.

Occasionally, my wife and I will go for a ride. That immediately defines our stage in life. Most people, when they get in a vehicle, have a definite destination in mind. But at a certain age, you decide you want to get out of the house but don’t have any particular place in mind to go.

Kasson-Mantorville’s Lions Club will have a “scrap metal” drive from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Lions Park in Kasson on Saturday, Sept. 28.
The club will be accepting any metal items including stoves, washing machines, dryers, lawn mowers, cans, tillers, pipes, vehicle batters and similar items. Refrigerators, freezers and electronics or freon-sealed units will not be accepted.

Dear Savvy Senior,
What are the early signs and symptoms of diabetes? I’m 60 years old, and in pretty good shape, but was just diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. What did I miss?
Diabetic Dan
 
Dear Dan,
The signs and symptoms of type 2 diabetes can be so mild that many people miss them. That’s why testing is so important. Here’s what you should know.