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Local hiker finds peace on Appalachian Trail
May 31, 2013 FAIRMONT — To the people who traverse it, especially the repeat customers, the Appalachian National Scenic Trail isn’t just an opportunity to hike 2,100-plus miles of wilderness, mountains and... more »» 
Rain gardens soak up runoff
May 31, 2013 BLUE EARTH — One thing is certain in Minnesota: the weather will change. We never know if it will rainy or be sunny, if we will have drought or flood. But we always want to have fresh-looking gardens. more »»
School district mourns board member
May 30, 2013 BLUE EARTH — The sudden death of Vickie Hanson has stunned Blue Earth Area Schools and left a hole on the school board. Hanson, 54, died of a brain aneurysm Saturday. Services will be 11 a.m. more »» 
Students, mentors strive for success
May 30, 2013 FAIRMONT — The dozen Fairmont High School seniors who attended the STRIVE banquet Wednesday evening recognized a year of hard work and a change for the better. more »»
StateLine wins break for project
May 29, 2013 BLUE EARTH — StateLine Cooperative of Burt, Iowa, cleared its first hurdle for a proposed grain facility to be built near Guckee. more »»
School board sticks with policy
May 29, 2013 FAIRMONT — Fairmont Area School Board was questioned Tuesday on the fairness of its PSEO policy — post-secondary enrollment option — but the board stood firm. more »»
‘Ride for Healing’ motors into town
May 29, 2013 FAIRMONT — The rain put a damper on the bikers, but the first “Ride for Healing” brought together several Vietnam veterans and supporters here Tuesday. more »» 
Memorial Day speaker: We must remember holiday's significance
May 28, 2013 FAIRMONT — The Memorial Day weekend might have been a washout for picnics and parades, but the annual Memorial Day ceremony to honor soldiers simply moved indoors Monday morning. more »» 
After long search, school finds leader
May 28, 2013 FAIRMONT — After two years of searching, St. Pauls Lutheran School in Fairmont has found a principal, and she was right there with them the whole time. more »» 
Faribault County Rescued cats in need of homes
May 27, 2013 BLUE EARTH — In March, Winnebago police arrested a man, then entered his home to search for more evidence. What they found was like something from an episode of an animal hoarding TV show. more »» 
Silas surprises, inspires
May 25, 2013 FAIRMONT — “Serious Silas,” that’s what Silas Borntrager’s parents used to call their stoic little infant, until they found out the cause. more »»
Doctor offers advice in wake of Jolie case
May 25, 2013 FAIRMONT — BRCA mutations have come into the public eye recently, with Angelina Jolie announcing her decision to undergo a double mastectomy after genetic testing revealed she was at high risk for... more »» 
Students back in the saddle
May 25, 2013 FAIRMONT — After a break for a few years, students in the Martin County area were able to participate in a special horseback riding field trip this past week. more »»
Road repairs include '169'
May 24, 2013 BLUE EARTH — John McDonald sees a lot of road construction ahead in Faribault County. “Busy summer ahead of us, looking forward to it,” said the county engineer. more »»
Tacos to boost school security
May 24, 2013 SHERBURN — The first fundraiser for a Martin County West school safety group formed earlier this year is scheduled for June 7-8. more »»
Funds could boost water quality
May 23, 2013 TRIMONT — Landowners in the Big Twin Lake-Elm Creek watershed near Trimont have an opportunity to get help implementing water conservation practices. more »»
Walker starts unique marathon
May 23, 2013 BANCROFT — What began as a flippant remark has become “not your ordinary” annual event in Bancroft. Resident Kelly Rowlet, an avid walker, was often asked what she was doing when she was out walkin. more »» 
Firm touts local product
May 22, 2013 FAIRMONT — Concrete is concrete, right? Not according to Gary Werner and Darrel Sager, plant managers at Martin County Ready Mix. more »»
Transit system to be run locally
May 22, 2013 FAIRMONT — The Martin County transit system will remain under local operation. more »» 
Line offering Beatles tribute
May 22, 2013 FAIRMONT — Pianist Lorie Line was in sixth grade when she listened to The Beatles for the first tim. more »» |
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