Katie Schleper of St. Joseph, graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in biology on Dec. 9 from Minnesota State University, Mankato. Schleper was among 75 students who earned a minimum 3.8 grade-point average to earn the honor of summa cum laude.
The St. Joseph Lions presented a $40,000 check to Mayor Rick Shultz at the new Millstream Park Shelter during an open house event at the site on Nov. 27. The Lions participated in a flag-raising ceremony with Mayor Shultz during the grand opening. Members of the Park Board served refreshments and cookies. The event was attended by numerous members of the local community interested in seeing the new building.