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More chime in on Eskomo nickname

Esko parents are continuing to show up and show their support for changing the school district’s Eskomos nickname.

At the Esko school board’s meeting Monday, two parents and a representative from the National Coalition Against Racism in Sports spoke in support of changing the mascot during the open forum portion of the meeting. Two letters of support were sent to the board as well.

Parent Rachel Gilbertson said many more support the cause.

“Within the last two months, I’ve received an outpouring of support from people throughout this community,” Gilbertson said. “However, many are afraid of be...

 
 
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