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St. Joseph School Board Reviews Costs of Dismissed Lawsuit

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 5:45 AM

The St. Joseph School District Board of Education met Monday to review legal expenses tied to a recently dismissed lawsuit over high school consolidation plans. District officials revealed that legal fees exceeded the initial $30,000 budget, with total costs expected to top $37,000 once final billings arrive. Superintendent Ashly McGinnis told the board it is…

The St. Joseph School District Board of Education met Monday to review legal expenses tied to a recently dismissed lawsuit over high school consolidation plans. District officials revealed that legal fees exceeded the initial $30,000 budget, with total costs expected to top $37,000 once final billings arrive. Superintendent Ashly McGinnis told the board it is not yet known whether the legal claim will impact the district’s future insurance premiums.

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