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Lynette Peterson Is Latest Lisa's Light

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In tonight's Lisa's Lights, we meet a North Mankato woman who takes balancing motherhood, career, and community to a whole a new level... News 12s Lisa Cownie introduces us to Lynette Peterson Both inside the walls of this school and outside

She often is called upon to help whether its as president of the Hoover Elementary PTA or volunteer coordinator for North Mankato Fun Days. She says for those thinking of stepping up...just start out slow. Lynette says,  "You don't have to step in with both feet, just get your feet wet. The first time just volunteer at one event and if you like it then consider being a chair for an organization or committee." With both foot firmly rooted in helping the community is Lynette Peterson, one of Lisa's Lights.