2+ week, 2+ hour ago  (116+ words) The United Way of Steele County is hosting the next Youth Mental Health First Aid Training, March 22 from 1-6 p.m. at the new Teen Center. If you are interested in becoming a Youth Mental Health First Aider and gaining the tools necessary…...

1+ week, 14+ hour ago  (126+ words) North Risk Partners, in partnership with the Owatonna Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Ambassadors, offers a $1,000 scholarship in honor and memory of Ted Ringhofer, who died of cancer in 1997. Ted was active for many years in local civic affairs…...

1+ week, 22+ hour ago  (447+ words) When COVID-19 wrought havoc on society in early 2020, today's youngest schoolchildren were infants or yet to be born. Now in their early school years, researchers are beginning to see how the pandemic years have shaped their education, even though many…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago  (434+ words) A survey of 1,000 U.S. adults found 62% have experienced recurring digital burnout. As technology increasingly dominates work, social lives and entertainment, constant stimulation has become the norm. But instead of completely disconnecting, many people now consider how to make their screen time…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago  (436+ words) Teenagers spend a third of the school day staring at their smartphones, according to a new study. Frequent phone checking - mostly for social media or entertainment - "undermines" the concentration needed to succeed in class, scientists say. They believe their findings…...

2+ week, 1+ day ago  (974+ words) During the month of February, classrooms across Steele County and neighboring communities were filled with giggles, wiggles " and reminders to brush. In honor of National Children's Dental Health Month, Owatonna-based nonprofit Let's Smile, Inc. brought its high-energy "Smile Fairy Oral…...

3+ week, 1+ day ago  (1012+ words) St. Peter Choir Director Bri Bergstrom was recognized by her peers for her endeavors in getting kids to embrace music with the MMEA Teacher of the Year award. (Carson Hughes " StPeterHerald.com) St. Peter High School Choir Director Bri Bergstrom…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (431+ words) Children as young as 11-years-old who are always on their mobile phone are at greater risk of serious mental health problems as teenagers, warns new research. Addictive digital habits in early adolescence are linked to sleep disturbance and even suicidal…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (354+ words) It's January in Minnesota. The wind is biting, the days are short, and for many, the season feels like a long wait for spring to arrive. But if you step into the workshops, barns and living rooms of our local…...

2+ mon, 2+ week ago  (150+ words) Levi, 15, is a smart and active young man who is always prepared with an interesting story or fact. He loves inventing and enjoys sharing his creations with others. His creativity shines as he combines imagination with Lego projects, building materials,…...