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Congresswoman Ashley Hinson visits Schuster Trucking in Le Mars
Yesterday morning, United States Congresswoman Ashley Hinson visited Schuster Trucking Company in Le Mars. She was accompanied by Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird and Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate.
Hinson spoke to the media after addressing supporters, stating that families and businesses are getting “squeezed” by the affordability crisis.
Hinson has been doing work in the U.S. House of Representatives to help Iowa farmers.
Hinson, a Republican, will oppose Democrat Josh Turek on the ballot for a U.S. Senate seat.
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Le Mars Community Schools receives funding through Credentials to Careers grant
Last week, the Iowa Department of Education provided nearly $600,000 to 24 school districts across the state through its Credentials to Careers grant. The grants support school districts in creating or expanding secondary career and technical education (CTE) programs aligned to student attainment of state-approved, industry-recognized credentials.
Le Mars Community School District received about $1,400 of funding. High School Principal Dr. Mark Iverson spoke on the grant, which was awarded to the district for the first time.
Dr. Iverson believes the grant will give students “more opportunities and a more competitive edge in the job market.”
Dr. Iverson will present more about the funding during the next school board meeting on November 9th.
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Remsen Oktoberfest is tomorrow
Remsen Oktoberfest kicks off tomorrow at 9 a.m. Since 1973, Remsen has celebrated Oktoberfest annually on the last Saturday in October, which aims to carry on the community tradition of the Luxembourg and German heritage while celebrating the end of harvest season.
For a full list of events and FAQs, visit the Remsen Oktoberfest Facebook page.
