Victorian Tea Luncheon-Honoring Women Past and Present

Dakota City Heritage Village is planning to return to their popular Spring fundraiser, a Victorian Tea Luncheon. The event will be held Saturday, May 6 from 12 noon- 2 pm with seating to begin at …

Dennison Lions Flake Out Festival & Winter Parade

Nerstrand Fire and Rescue

Nerstrand Fire & Rescue recently purchased a new 2000 gallon Pumper/Tanker fire engine from Midwest Fire in Luverne, MN. This truck is state of the art and was needed to update the fleet. It will be …

The Sugar Shack

Driving down Main Street in Kenyon, you may have noticed a new sandwich board advertising the newest business in Kenyon, The Sugar Shack & Collectibles. Owned and operated by Esther Ammon, this …

Bus Tour: The Defeat of Jesse James

Join RCHS for an evening of adventure as we explore the Defeat of the Jesse James and His Gang. We will start by leaving RCHS for a tour at the Northfield Historical Society, the site of the …

Cannon Falls/Randolph Wrestling

Calvin Singwald Qualifies for the State Wrestling Tournament

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Why you MUST take Vitamin D plus Hepatitis B vaccine issues and more!

Vitamin D supplements, as reported on in the National Library of Medicine and the Reviews of Endocrine Metabolic Disorders journal, can cut the risk of death from covid-19 by 51% and reduce risk of …

A Minnesotan

Seasons in Minnesota, and the rest of the Midwest, and wild. You’ve got Per-Witner, WInter, False Spring, Second Winter, maybe Spring, construction season- also known as Summer, and Fall. False …

Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes

Dyers Creek. I drive past it quite often near our place in Tennessee. We have went kayaking up and down it numerous times. It is very quiet in the evenings and we enjoy the cranes that hunt for fish …

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Obituaries

Judy Marie Schumann

Judy Marie Schumann, age 77, of Faribault died on Tuesday, January 24, 2023, at Allina Health Faribault Medical Center. Memorial services will be held at the Boldt Funeral Home, Faribault on …

Mildred M. Tatge

Mildred M. Tatge, age 100, of Faribault passed away peacefully Saturday, December 17, 2022, at Abbott-Northwestern Hospital, Minneapolis surrounded by her family. Funeral services will be held at …

Steven Edward Kunde

Steven Edward Kunde, 54, of Kenyon, died unexpectedly on Sunday, December 11th, 2022. Steve was born on July 29th, 1968 in Zumbrota, the youngest child of Lloyd and Evelyn Kunde. He was baptized …

Douglas M. Kielmeyer

Douglas M. Kielmeyer, age 91, of Faribault died on Friday, December 9, 2022, at Abbott Northwestern Hospital, Minneapolis. Funeral services will be held at Grace Lutheran Church, Nerstrand on …

Patricia Jean Gergen

Patricia Jean Gergen passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, December 08, 2022. She was born on March 1, 1948, in Northfield, MN to Dorothy Mae and Juel Morris Arne. She grew up in Faribault, …

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Love Your Enemies

I don’t know about you but that seems impossible. How in the world can you love someone who doesn’t love you? How in the world can you love someone who wants to do you harm and tear you down? …

Local residents named to Dean’s List at Luther College

DECORAH, Iowa— Area residents have been named to the 2022 fall semester Dean’s List at Luther College.Josie Ramler, senior of DennisonAnnalie Piller, junior of KenyonKaitlyn Vold, senior …

SKYWARN To Offer In-Person Training This Spring

KENYON — Sogn Valley SKYWARN will be offering several opportunities to become certified as a severe storm spotter for the National Weather Service. The training is free, takes about 2 to 3 hours …

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NOTICE OF: 2023 Election of Township Officers, Annual Meeting, and Board of Canvass meeting

TO WARSAW TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS NOTICE OF: 2023 Election of Township Officers, Annual Meeting, and Board of Canvass meeting Notice is hereby given to qualified voters of Warsaw Township, Goodhue …

Commissioner Corner

I am starting my 3rd year as your county commissioner, the time is going fast. I have already experienced change from my first year in office. Our world is moving even faster than before and Goodhue …

Supporting Our Local FFA & Celebrating National FFA Week February 18-25, 2023

National FFA Week is February 18 - 25th 2023. Starting in 1948, the National FFA Board of Directors designated a weeklong tradition to recognize George Washington’s example and legacy as a …

Celebrate Easter with Family-Friendly Fun

(Family Features) Gathering for Easter means bright decor and flavorful food with those you hold nearest and adding some extra "egg-citement" to the holiday can come easy.

Entertaining on Easter: 5 tips to make holiday hosting simple

(Family Features) Easter signals springtime and provides an opportunity to gather with loved ones to celebrate. From the guest list and menu to the decor and activities for the kiddos, consider these steps to get ready for Easter hosting duties.

River Cruises Offer Exploration, Comfort

(Family Features) Travel for pure enjoyment is on the rise, so this may be your year to plan the ultimate dream vacation.

Go with the Gut: 6 tips for promoting pet health

(Family Features) Nurturing your pet's gut health is one way to protect his or her immune system and to promote overall well-being. Improve your pooch's gut health with these tips.

6 Tips for Hosting a Game Day Gathering

(Family Features) A little game planning goes a long way, and these tips can help you throw a trophy-worthy watch party.