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Variance granted for water runoff

NEW ULM – A 10-foot variance was granted by the New Ulm City Council for a twin home construction at 13 and 15 Liberty Street due to excess water runoff. Sun Valley Properties requested to construct the twin home 20 feet from the front property line. The required front yard setback is 30 ...

Strike Out Cancer event supports Fairmont family

FAIRMONT — The Strike Out Cancer event in Fairmont is a testament to the strength of individuals and families who’ve faced cancer, and the community that supports them. Operating for three years, the event aims to raise funds, awareness and support for cancer research and those affected ...

Former legislator details schizophrenia challenges

SLEEPY EYE — A former 20-year state legislator, mental health advocate and author shared a powerful story of navigating her son’s schizophrenia and her efforts to change policies and overcome fear and stigma at the South Central Minnesota Mental Health Conference at the Sleepy Eye Event ...

Business offers Permit to Carry classes in Fairmont and surrounding area

FAIRMONT — In his first year as a business owner, John Davey of Davey Defense is finding success with Permit to Carry classes in Fairmont. His first encounter with teaching in this arena was in 2021 when he needed to find an instructor for his son. “I had a son turning 21 and I was ...

Photo courtesy of Minnesota Soybean Research & Promotion Council Vesta farmer George Goblish, at left, served as a board member with the World Initiative for Soy in Human Health (WISHH), a farmer-led program promoting exports of U.S. soy protein. Goblish was recently elected to serve on the Minnesota Soybean Research & Promotion Council.

A new chapter for Goblish

He has plenty of experience speaking out for Minnesota soybean growers. But Vesta farmer George Goblish said he’ll be changing his focus, as he takes on a new role with the Minnesota Soybean Research & Promotion Council. While he’s worked with policy issues for soy in the past, ...

Preschoolers give a musical performance from A to Z

NEW ULM – St. Paul’s Preschool classes show off what they have learned this season with a spring concert. Tuesday morning, 15 preschoolers entertained their parents with songs celebrating Minnesota, the United States, faith and the alphabets. Songs selections included “10,000 Sky-Blue ...