
Worthington High School seniors take the next step
WHS graduates 174 students
WORTHINGTON — A total of 174 smiling seniors received their diplomas Friday night at Worthington High School’s 126th annual commencement ceremony.

WHS graduates 174 students
WORTHINGTON — A total of 174 smiling seniors received their diplomas Friday night at Worthington High School’s 126th annual commencement ceremony.

More than 400 years spent in the halls of Worthington District 518 schools. That’s what the combined experience adds up to for the staff members who are calling it quits at the end of this school year. The school district has a large number retiring this year, due to an early retirement incentive. Here’s a short overview of what they have contributed to local education and a few highlights of their careers.

Five-year-old doesn't let cerebral palsy stand in her way
WORTHINGTON — Like every little girl, 5-year old Maddison Veen, daughter of Ken and Cristy Veen, had dreams of becoming a ballerina.

Boy set to receive bone marrow from 6-year-old sister
HERON LAKE — Little Alexander Fest sat on his mother’s lap Friday morning, a dimpled grin stretching across his face and a sparkle in his eyes. He clapped his hands and waved at his guest before being moved to the floor to play with some of his favorite toys.

WORTHINGTON — Emil Campbell admits he has been around the block a few times, but his storied career hadn’t taken him to Worthington. Until now.

ST. PAUL — The future of a public works borrowing bill to fund state Capitol work, roads and bridges and other projects is in question after it failed in the Minnesota House.