Juniata Schools Finalize Armed Resource Officer Plan
The Juniata County School District is moving forward with plans to hire an armed resource officer, following a state mandate. The school board approved a contract with Standing Stone Consulting, which will provide the officer, who is expected to be in place by March. The officer’s salary will be covered by a recent state safety […]
Read MoreMifflin Commissioners Recognize United Way
The Mifflin County Commissioners have proclaimed all this month as United Way Month, marking the 90th anniversary of the organization. United Way Executive Director Colette Hartzler spoke to county leaders about United Way’s Depression-era origins and the challenges it continues to address today, particularly for local workers struggling to meet basic needs. The commissioners also […]
Read MoreMifflin School Board Meets
The Mifflin County School District Board met, and discussed sports co-op opportunities, focusing on partnerships with smaller schools like Belleville Mennonite. The co-ops help provide athletic opportunities for students at schools with smaller populations. The Board will revisit the topic during their voting meeting next Thursday, January 23. In other business, board members got an […]
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