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Planning and Zoning hire expands role in code enforcement

FAIRMONT— There’s a new face at city hall in Fairmont. Mike Schutz was added two weeks ago as the planning and zoning, code enforcement coordinator for the city. While he may be new to city hall, he’s not new to the community. Schutz was born and raised here and graduated from Fairmont ...

Fairmont clubhouse advocates for mental support, inclusion

FAIRMONT — For years, the month of May has been acknowledged as Mental Health Awareness month. It sheds light on those afflicted with mental illness, encouraging others to give support. Even as May comes to a close, the importance of mental health wellness and inclusion remains forever ...

Ceylon museum accepting time capsule item ideas

CEYLON — Well, today is the last day of May, so the news items will be about June for this column. The ladies' group WELCA from St. Peter Lutheran Church in Ceylon will have their June meeting at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 4, at Homestead Assisted Living in Estherville with Jeannine. All ...

Fairmont sows a seed for community kindness

FAIRMONT — It started with a girl and her mission to spread kindness. Now, an Anne Frank sapling has reached Fairmont High School grounds, also planting a seed for new beginnings in the community. The Performing Arts Center at Fairmont High School was filled wall to wall with students, school ...

Welcome museum to open June 7

WELCOME — This is the last week of May, so most of the news is about June. Coffee Hours will be from 8:30 to 10 a.m. each Tuesday morning in June at St. Luke's Catholic Church in Sherburn. Join friends and neighbors for good treats, coffee and great fellowship. Condolences to the families ...

New mural to showcase Fairmont’s best

FAIRMONT— “Greetings from Fairmont, Minnesota,” a welcome message, will soon be on display via a mural courtesy of Visit Fairmont. The Convention and Visitors Bureau partnered with local arts non-profit, Imagine Martin, to create the piece of art that will showcase some of the attractions ...