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Tvedten’s second act

FAIRMONT— This month marks the 25th anniversary for Martin County Historical Society’s Executive Director, Lenny Tvedten. Prior to taking this role, Tvedten spent 30 years as an elementary school teacher. While his two careers have been different, he’s found commonalities between the two, ...

Activity directors keep seniors active

FAIRMONT – Whether it’s in Fairmont or greater Martin County, the activity directors of assisted living facilities are doing what they can to bring excitement and fulfillment to their residents' lives. Ingleside’s Activities Director Michele Bulock said in her position, working with ...

Many events to be held at TPS

TRUMAN — The Jaguar boys basketball game will be tonight at Cleveland. The Jaguar girls basketball game will be against Alden-Conger/Glenville-Emmons at Granada-Huntley-East Chain. The American Red Cross blood drive will be from noon to 5 p.m. on Jan. at the Truman Community Building. ...

Local milling company featured on national television

WELCOME – The Whole Grain Milling Company, which has turned out a variety of grain-based products since its inception in the 90s, has been featured on the Fox Business Network television show Manufacturing Marvels. The show airs weeknights from 9:20-9:45, and features the business practices ...

City plans $8.1 million in road work in 2026

FAIRMONT— A comprehensive review of the 2026 Improvement Program was provided to the Fairmont City Council on Monday. The preliminary costs total $8.1 million and projects include Park Street and Orient Street, which are reconstruction projects, and 12 different overlay projects. The ...

New contract approved for principals

FAIRMONT – A new contract for the elementary and high school principals over the 2025-26 and 26-27 school years was approved at the Fairmont School Board Meeting on Tuesday. It includes a financial package increase of 6.58 percent over two years, an additional holiday and vacation day, a ...