Tribune-Phonograph
The final numbers for the Colby School District’s 2025-26 budget and property tax levy were approved at the school board’s most recent meeting on Monday, with the levy coming in significantly lower than what had been initially projected at the board’s previous meeting in September. The now-approved budget for the general fund includes $15.3 million in anticipated revenues and expenses, only slightly lower than the projected $15.5 million in expected revenues and $15.4 million in expected expenditures discussed at the board’s budget and annual meeting. However, because of a larger increase in state aid, the property tax levy increase was not as severe as initially projected. The board approved a $4.2 million property tax levy with a mill rate of $5.97 per $1,00 of assessed property value.
The Thorp Courier
Louis Kowieski doesn’t consider himself a hero, but there are many that do. Kowieski has spent decades donating his blood, and it is estimated that this gesture by the Thorp native has saved nearly 4,000 lives.
Inspired by Thorp community members, the School District of Thorp is establishing a Lunch Angel Fund that will accept donations and cooperate with the Thorp Alumni Association to distribute those donations to families that may need assistance with their outstanding lunch balance.
Five local Vietnam War era veterans participated in a Never Forgotten Honor Flight trip to Washington D.C. on September 22. Ray Hmielak, Lenny Lipinski, Dennis Hubbard, Larry Haas, and Don Welgos were part of Honor Flight #53.
Stanley Republican
The city of Stanley is in need of a new on-site water operator, following the departure of city employees John Hoel and Jeriame Czubakowski, who helped manage day to day plant operations.
A new family photography business is coming to Stanley. Located at 115 North Broadway, Tru Touch of Broadway is owned by Josh and Casey Walters.