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The Upper Mississippi Valley Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals honors philanthropists and young leaders on National Philanthropy Day in La Crosse, Wisconsin. One outstanding volunteer fundraiser receives recognition for raising funds through Al s Musky Challenge, benefiting youth-focused organizations in the community. Additionally, Black Student Leaders, a group empowering young people of all colors, receives an award for their inspiring work.
With around 70-percent of the students at Hintgen Elementary qualifying for free and reduced meals, a couple of donations are helping ease the cost burden on the school.
After many conversations discussing the cost of living increases between the district and the staff, the school board voted to increase wages by two percent.