Peterson discussed state of the City of Lafayette
by Michael Mattison Sandie Peterson just completed her first year as mayor of the City of Lafayette. She is the first female to hold that position in the city. She had been a member of the Lafayette City Council as well as a township board member. “I like our little town and I wanted to…
Read MoreThunderbirds hold on for win over Wolverines
by Michael Mattison The GFW Thunderbird girls basketball team completed a busy week by going 1-2. The T-Birds started the week with a 58-51 victory over Sibley East before losing to Springfield and Minnesota Valley Lutheran. For complete game coverage, check out the February 2 issue of the Winthrop News.
Read MoreSecond halves downfall for Thunderbird boys
by Michael Mattison In the three losses handed to the GFW Thunderbird boys basketball team this week, the T-Birds were close at halftime in two and leading in the other. GFW opened the week with an 85-58 loss to Springfield. For complete game coverage, check out the February 2 issue of the Winthrop News.
Read MoreReuben Daniel Stresemann
Reuben Daniel Stresemann, age 84 of Wake Forest, North Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, January 25, 2022, at The Laurels of Forest Glenn Rehabilitation Center in Garner, NC, where he was recovering from a broken hip. Reuben is survived by his three children: Renee Pfendler, married to Richard, of Wake Forest, N.C., Sherri Smith, married…
Read MoreClassifieds February 2
Real Estate Sales 5.39 Acre Farm Site: This home is a 4 bed, 3 bath, offering spacious living, main level laundry, three-season porch, hardwood floors & woodwork throughout. Outside is a front deck & a view of Lake Titlow. Outbuildings: detached garage, a shop w/ office & loft, two hoop sheds, pole shed, barn &…
Read MoreSnow removal policy gets changes
by Michael Mattison There have been some changes to the Winthrop City Code in regards to snow removal. The changes are to get the streets of Winthrop cleared faster. “We want to have curb-to-curb plowing within 12 hours,” said City Administrator Michael Looft. How we accomplish that is that we make sure that vehicles are off…
Read MoreFour to interview for Winthrop Police Chief opening
by Michael Mattison There was a great response to fill the vacant Winthrop police chief position. The City of Winthrop received 15 application to fill the opening. The police committee narrowed that number down to four for interviews. Those interviews will be held this week and will conclude by Monday, Jan. 31. Those being interviewed…
Read MoreGFW administration ask to move fifth grade to Winthrop, excited about the curriculum options to be offered
by Doug Hanson Superintendent Jeff Horton addressed the GFW School Board last Tuesday saying that the administration is recommending that the fifth grade be moved to Winthrop to create a 5-8 middle school concept. MS/HS Principal Brittany Galetka talked about the activities that could be brought to or back to a 5-8 middle school. Horton…
Read MoreExciting days at GFW Elementary
GFW Elementary School has been a busy and fun place to be this year. For more photos check out the January 26 issue of the Winthrop News.
Read MoreT-Birds knock off Wabasso, Cedar Mountain
Posting wins against Wabasso and Cedar Mountain while losing to Sleepy Eye St. Mary’s last week, the GFW girls basketball team improved to 8-8 on the season. For complete coverage, check out the January 26 issue of the Winthrop News.
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