New SBA HUBZone designation expands contracting opportunities for small businesses in Minnesota

The U.S. Small Business Administration recently approved a Governor-designated request from the State of Minnesota to expand SBA’s HUBZone program to cover the entirety of Otter Tail County and certain Census tracts in the counties of Becker, Carlton, Chisago, Isanti, Mille Lacs, and Roseau. This designation enables small businesses in high-unemployment, low-income areas to get HUBZone certified and be eligible for special set-aside federal government contracts.

YME baseball takes on Canby, CMCS

Last week, the Yellow Medicine East Boys Varsity Baseball team took on Canby at home for a 3-4 loss. Leaders in the game included Braden Nelson who was 2-for-2 with two runs and an RBI. Complete scoring follows:

YME Softball takes home wins

Last week, the Yellow Medicine East Girls Varsity Softball team took on Ortonville for a 4-0 victory. Leaders in the game included Ella Cherveny who was 3-for-4 with two runs and a stolen base, while Bayli Sneller struck out 11 at the pitching mound. Complete scoring follows:

YME awards 28 scholarships

Over the weekend, the Scholarship Yellow Medicine East Awards Banquet was held, honoring the hard work and achievements of our graduating seniors. This year, 28 Yellow Medicine East students who applied were awarded a combined total of over $89,000 in scholarships to support their post-secondary education.

Unified Sting holds end of year picnic

The YME Unified Sting hosted an end of the year picnic and senior recognition day last week. There were five students who will be graduating from the club this year. Amelia Hettver, Madasyn Ludwig, Koda Atine, Jack Tjosvold, and Hope Foy fwere a part of the school’s inclusive initiative to spread kindness and awareness to the district. Please reach out to Mrs. Hoefer if your student will be in 7th -12th grade next year and wants to be a part of the Unified Sting group for the 2025/2026 school year.

Raptor Center visits Bert Raney Elementary School

Last week, Bert Raney Elementary School welcomed some very special guests. Under the supervision of staff from the Raptor Center, BRE students were able to see a merlin, a great horned owl, and a bald eagle live and up close. The Raptor Center staff spent the day at BRE sharing fun facts and details about each raptor.

Guess Who?

Each week, the Advocate Tribune will share a photograph from our archives for you to “guess who”. To submit your guesses, send us a message by email to jstolen-jacobson@cherryroad.com or message our Facebook page. We will publish the answers the next week.

A Fresh Look & Even Fresher Perks – Advocate Tribune Getting a Glow-Up

We are excited to announce that the print edition of the Advocate Tribune is getting a brand-new look and feel this April, thanks to the latest advancements in digital printing. This transformation means sharper images, richer colors, and an even better reading experience – all while maintaining the quality community journalism you rely on every day.

YME golf competes at Championship

Last week, the Yellow Medicine East Varsity Golf teams played the Camden Conference Championships at the golf club in Tyler, with the boys team taking the eighth place spot with a score of 350. Top scorers were:

YME track & field competes

Last week, the Yellow Medicine East Varsity Track & Field teams took part in the Camden Conference Championship at the Lakeview High School. The girls team took the eighth place spot with a score of four.