MANKATO — Minnesota River improvement advocates said a system wide approach is needed to improve the Minnesota River watershed that is changing due to man-made and natural causes. “The river will not wait. Not for our politics. Not for our process. Not for our patience,” said Minnesota ...
NEW ULM — On Thursday evening, despite uncertain weather throughout the day, clouds looming and wind picking up, there was a strong turnout from the community. While there were concerns about potential rain, the skies held off, allowing the celebration to go on as planned. At times, the ...
SLEEPY EYE — It’s been a long, winding road, but after many committee meetings, surveys and three votes on Wednesday, the Sleepy Eye School Board selected a mascot to replace Chief Ish Tak Ha Ba (Chief Sleepy Eye). By a 4-2 vote, the school board approved a storm mascot with a tornado to ...
SLEEPY EYE — The City of Sleepy Eye is working to get the lead out of its water system. Sleepy Eye City Engineer Matthew Miller told city councilors Tuesday state funding is available for Public Water Systems (PWS) replacement of lead service lines. “State grant funds and forgivable loans for public and private lines are available to start replacing lead service lines that have been identified,” said Miller. “It’s a pretty high priority to get the lead out of the ground.” He said the current understanding in Sleepy Eye is water lines from structures to the water main are ...
GAYLORD — A third-degree murder charge was filed in Sibley County District Court Wednesday against a 44-year-old Belle Plaine woman accused of selling cocaine that took the life of a 33-year-old Gaylord man last fall. Michelle Rose Trost was arrested Tuesday and transported to the Sibley County Jail. She was granted a public defender. Unconditional bail or bond was set at $500,000; $100,000 with conditions, $10,000 cash bail with conditions was set Thursday. A court appearance was set for 9 a.m. June 26. According to court documents, Gaylord Police officer Alex Schmidt responded to ...
NEW ULM - Things were shaking at Oak Hills Living Center this week. Activities Director Rachel Becker and Sandy Reinke teamed up to provide community wide entertainment for residents, families and visitors alike. A variation of Bingo, dubbed “Music Singo,” residents received cards ...
