LOCAL BRIEFS

A basic motorcycle rider training course will be May 31 and June 2 and June 3 at the Staples campus of Central Lakes College.

The course is for the beginner as well as experienced rider. Materials are supplied by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation. Instructors are MSF-certified.

The course includes classroom and on-cycle instruction, with high-quality, personalized coaching and several hours of practice riding. Motorcycles are provided.

Riders 18 and older can earn their motorcycle license by successfully completing the course. It is recommended, and to your advantage, to have your permit when you come to the class. Fee is $160.

Training is offered from 5:30 p.m.-10 p.m. May 31 and 8 a.m.-2 p.m. or 2-7 p.m. June 2 and June 3.

Registration deadline is May 24. Call (800) 933-0346 ext. 8142 or 855-8142.

CLC awarded $500,000 Upward Bound grant

Seven northeastern Minnesota colleges, including Central Lakes College, have been awarded federal grants to help low-income students get started in college.

Congressman Jim Oberstar announced Monday that the U.S. Department of Education will award $1.9 million in grants for the department's Upward Bound Program, reaching 429 students.

Central Lakes College will receive an Upward Bound grant of $500,000.

Upward Bound helps low-income, first-generation college students navigate the often complex road to higher education. Services include academic tutoring, financial counseling, information on post-secondary schools and assistance with college entrance exams and applications.