Congratulations to this week's high school Alma Pride winners!

about 17 hours ago, Olivia Austin
Six students pose for a picture, all holding a prize.
Big congratulations to our very own Joan (DR) Draxler Ruff on receiving the 2026 Wisconsin Award for Excellence in Teaching Music. Were so greatful to have you!

WSMA and WMEA congratulate Draxler-Ruff on receiving this award and extend their gratitude for her service to music education.


For more information about WSMA and WMEA, go to wsmamusic.org and wmeamusic.org.
about 17 hours ago, Emma McMahon
Black and gold congratulatory graphic honoring Joan Draxler-Ruff, music educator for the Alma and Pepin School Districts, as the recipient of the 2026 Wisconsin School Music Association and Wisconsin Music Educators Association Award for Excellence in Teaching Music. The design features her portrait in a gold frame, musical notes and staff lines, gold flourishes, and sparkling accents. The text recognizes her nearly 40 years of instrumental music teaching, dedication to inspiring students, and achievement of 55% student participation in her music program.
The WKAP Cross Country Team had an outstanding meet at the Plainview-Elgin-Millville Invitational. Griffin Riesgraf continued his high level of running excellence as he finished 2 nd overall with his fastest time ever. Riesgraf covered the 5000 meters in 15:47 to establish new school records for Wabasha as well as for Alma-Pepin. The time ranks 5th in Minnesota in the Division 3 class. Following Riesgraf in the meet were: Fritz Riesgraf (Pepin), 12th in 16:51, a PR; Bryson Hoolihan (ALMA), 15th in 17:12, a PR; Collin Walstrom (Alma), 43rd in 19:31, a PR; and Maddox Bork (Alma), 45th in 19:37. The Falcon Girls and Boys teams will compete next in the Three Rivers Conference Meet at St. Charles on Thursday, October 22.
about 18 hours ago, Melissa Krzoska

The Eagles head to Auburndale in tonight's last regular season game. Good luck Eagles and play hard!

about 22 hours ago, Emma McMahon
A football player wearing a blue jersey and red helmet reaches to catch a football against a vibrant orange sunset in a packed stadium. Large white text reads “GAME DAY.” The poster advertises a Friday, October 16, 7:00 PM football game between Pepin-Alma and Auburndale, with both teams’ logos displayed near the bottom.

Fall clean-up has come! This Wednesday, the juniors and seniors assisted their community in enhancing and tidying their space as winter is quickly approaching. On Wednesday the 14th, students assisted Enhance volunteers in outdoor maintenance, weeding, and other yard work around the Alma town. This included both the cemeteries, the main street, and the 2nd Street wall. Thank you to all the volunteers, including our very own students, who helped keep their community orderly and ready for winter!

1 day ago, Olivia Austin
A large group of students and adults pose together for a photo outdoors on a sidewalk at the base of a hillside. Behind them are a green building, stone retaining walls, trees, and a long concrete staircase with white railings. Several people are smiling, and some are holding water bottles, snacks, and personal belongings.
Our thoughts, prayers, and heartfelt condolences go out to the family, friends, and loved ones of the Brion family during this devastating time.

As a tight-knit Rivermen family, our hearts remain tied to those who have walked our halls. A loss like this reaches deeply into the heart of our entire Alma community.

We stand together in grieving this unimaginable loss and holding the Brion family in our hearts.
#RivermenFamily #AlmaPride
3 days ago, Alma Area Schools
A person that looks like a Riverman holding an ax on his white shoulder and an anchor in his left arm. He has a black and red checkered shirt with a red tassel hat.
St. Elizabeth’s Auxiliary is hosting a gently used jewelry and Halloween costume sale on Friday, October 16, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Sister Gerina Room at Emplify Health by Gundersen, 1200 Grand Blvd. W., Wabasha. The sale is open to the public, and proceeds will support the newly added chemotherapy department by helping provide patients with port access shirts.
3 days ago, Steph Noll
The top of the flyer features Halloween-themed graphics including cobwebs, bats, and spiders. Two photos show beaded jewelry displays on mannequins and trays alongside a rack of children's Halloween costumes, including a witch outfit and a plastic pumpkin bucket. Flyer Text Details:Event Title: St. Elizabeth's Auxiliary Presents Gently Used Jewelry & Halloween Costume Sale. Shop a great selection of gently used jewelry and Halloween costumes for all ages! Date & Time: Friday, October 16 from 8 A.M. to 4 P.M. Location: Sister Gerina Room, Emplify Health by Gundersen, 1200 Grand Blvd. W., Wabasha. Event Details: Open to the public — everyone is welcome! Cash or check payment only (payable to St. Elizabeth's Auxiliary). Great Finds Include: Jewelry, costumes for all ages, accessories, and more. Cause: Proceeds will go towards our newly added Chemotherapy Department to provide patients with port access shirts. The bottom is decorated with fall leaves and pumpkins.
Big shout-out to our seventh- and eighth-grade volleyball teams as they wrapped up their season on Monday. Congratulations, girls, and go Eagles.

3 days ago, Emma McMahon
The volleyball team poses for a group photo in a gym, with players wearing red and blue jerseys and black shorts alongside their coach in a blue polo shirt. They stand and kneel in front of blue wall padding with an eagle logo and senior volleyball posters displayed above them.
Six young volleyball players pose together in red jerseys and black shorts on a gym floor. Three players stand in the back row and three kneel in the front, smiling in front of blue wall padding featuring the school's eagle logo.
On last Friday, the 8th, Alma Area Schools raised money for the Heavenly Hats Fundraiser, which supports cancer patients by providing brand-new hats to children and patients in need. Between the Student Council and our school family, we raised $500!

Thank you to all those who supported this cause!

From left to right: Grace Blank, Clare Jumbeck, Imani Lopez-Elliott, Macy Stewart, Nessa Noll, and Olivia Austin. Not pictured: Owen Brownell and Zander Herold.
4 days ago, Olivia Austin
Six students pose against red gym mats, holding a $500 check from Alma High School to Heavenly Hats Foundation—a cheerful group donation presentation.
The Lady Eagles take on the Indees tonight in the last regular-season game. Tonight's a very important night as the team plays for Carl Duley and raises funds for ALS. Tonight is also senior night, so head out to Alma High and cheer on our seniors! Go Eagles!
4 days ago, Emma McMahon
A blue, red, and white volleyball senior night graphic featuring two Alma Eagles players smiling, with player number 4 holding up a peace sign. The graphic reads “Aces for ALS” and “Win with humility and lose with dignity.” The event is Tuesday, October 13th, with JV playing C@ 5:45 and varsity to follow. Senior Night at Alma High.

This week's student of the week is eighth-grader Allison Johnson. Allison is the youngest daughter of Jenny and Beau and the younger sister of Alyssa and Addison. She has two dogs, Roxie and Remmie, and a Cat named Bob. In her free time, Allison likes to practice basketball in hopes of beating CFC. When she grows up, she’d like to be a nurse. Allison also plays volleyball, softball, and runs track. Congratulations, Allison, and we can't wait to watch you grow at Alma Schools!

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5 days ago, Emma McMahon
A student stands smiling in front of a white cinderblock wall in a school hallway, wearing a gray long-sleeve shirt, black athletic shorts, white socks, and white Crocs.
This week's elementary student of the week is second grader Bryer Stoering. Son of Morgan and Jake, and brother to Dawson and Jaxon, Bryer is energetic and excited for the school year, specifically his science class where he hopes to learn more about owls. His family has a total of five dogs, though his favorite one is a golden retriever named Mercury. In his free time, like a true outdoorsman, Bryer often rides his four wheeler and dirt bike. Along with this, he also plays Call of Duty with his friends. His favorite food and drink are Mac and cheese and Mountain Dew, and he also loves Great Horned Owls. Next year, flag football is the sport he wants to join, though he had previously participated in Little Dribblers. Further on into the future however, his dream job is to be a SWAT member. Great job Bryer, we look forward to seeing what you acomplish!
5 days ago, Olivia Austin
A smiling young boy stands against a pale tiled wall, wearing a colorful graphic T-shirt, turquoise shorts, and black sneakers; the portrait feels cheerful and casual.
Eagle Weekly for Oct. 12-17
Have a great week and GO EAGLES!

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6 days ago, Alma Area Schools
Eagle head logo in blue, white and red
Congrats to this week's elementary Alma Pride: Henry S., Evy W., Lawson, Austin, Oliver B., Natalie. Great job!
8 days ago, Olivia Austin
Six elementary-age children smile in a school hallway before a colorful “Fall Leaves and Friends” bulletin board, wearing casual clothes and a skeleton-print shirt.
Congratulations to the high school's Alma Pride winners for this week! Way to go!
8 days ago, Olivia Austin
Three students stand in front of a school display case, each holding a small white raffle ticket and a candy bar.

Pepin's Homecoming is here! Head to Pepin tonight to watch the Eagles football team take on the Augusta Beavers. The dance team will also be performing their last halftime show tonight. Be there and be loud. Go Eagles!

8 days ago, Emma McMahon
Football game day graphic announcing Pepin-Alma vs. Augusta at Pepin High School on Friday, October 9, at 7:00 PM. The design features large red and navy “GAME DAY” text, team logos, and a silhouetted football player wearing a helmet.
Head over to Pepin tonight to watch the Lady Eagles take on Osseo-Fairchild Thunder for Pepin's Homecoming and parents' night! Go Eagles and Happy Homecoming!
9 days ago, Emma McMahon
Volleyball game graphic featuring two Alma-Pepin players in action, with the Alma-Pepin Eagles logo at the top and the Osseo-Fairchild Thunder logo at the bottom. The graphic announces a game on Thursday, October 8, at 5:45 PM, with JV/C and varsity to follow at Pepin High School.
Yesterday, the 8th grade class took a trip up to Eau Claire to visit CVTC for their first college visit of the year. There, they learned about what a technical college is, what majors and courses CVTC offers, as well as specific benefits of technical education. Along with this, the students were able to visit the engineering department where CVTC professors demonstrated specific course competencies related to engineering, such as welding, electronic currents, basic machine engineering, and more. Great job 8th grade!
11 days ago, Olivia Austin
Students examine a tabletop engineering prototype with metal frames and wiring in a bright classroom, creating a focused, hands-on STEM learning atmosphere.
Congratulations to the 2026 Riverland Energy Junior Youth Ambassadors, Olivia Austin, Mya Guzman, Imani Lopez-Elliott, Emma McMahon, Jaxon Busch, Holten Fernholz, Josh Smith, Trevor Keeler, Sarah Burrow, and Brynn Midtovne.
11 days ago, Emma McMahon
Seven students pose for a group photo in a classroom, standing in front of a whiteboard. They are dressed casually in hoodies, shirts, jeans, and athletic wear, with desks and classroom supplies visible around them.

Yesterday, the Fabrication team, consisting of Trevor Keeler, Jackson Reed, Hunter Schmalzriedt, and Jacoby Dodge, took the car they built to the Lacrosse Speedway. This day was more of a test run for the team to work out the bugs in their cars, as there was no polling at this race. Nice job guys!

11 days ago, Emma McMahon
Three people pose beside a bright orange three-wheeled racing cart with the number 80 at an outdoor track. One person is seated inside the cart wearing a helmet, while the other two stand behind it. A tall safety fence, track barriers, and a clear blue sky are visible in the background.