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America at 250: A journey through time, told through our communities

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What began as an experiment in self-governance rooted in personal freedom and liberty has grown into the world’s most unique and important nation: the United States of America. Here, we can, within the boundaries of the law, do, say and think what we wish; we can worship as we choose; we have ...

Welcome burn site open Saturday

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WELCOME — The burn site in Welcome will be open from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 11. Please bring only tree trimmings, brush, leaves and grass clippings. Garbage and large wood are prohibited. Residents’ sump pumps should now drain into the storm sewer or onto the lawn. Please do not ...

Courts

Courts

MARTIN COUNTY DISTRICT COURT Seat belt required-driver and passengers must use — Haiden M. Wielenga, 19, of Welcome; fined $110. Fail to yield upon entering roadway — Robert D. Leopold, 73, of Welcome; fined $135. FARIBAULT COUNTY DISTRICT COURT Gildardo Gonzalez Jr., 35, of Blue ...

Police

Police

FAIRMONT Wednesday, April 8 12:10 a.m. — Police investigated a robbery in the 900 block of East Blue Earth Avenue. An adult arrest was made. 2:25 p.m. — A driving complaint was reported in the 1300 block of North Park Street. 4:35 p.m. — Police investigated a threat complaint at ...

Widow of local Red Cross leader hosting blood drive in his honor

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FAIRMONT – For five years, Joann and Woody Woodward worked together to hold blood drives for the American Legion and Red Cross. Woody was a veteran of the Vietnam War and helped grow his father’s Woodward Broadcasting company by working with KSUM radio and launching KFMC. He was inducted ...

Work session dives into details of LEC repairs

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FAIRMONT— A work session was held on Tuesday afternoon to go over a facility conditions assessment report of the Law Enforcement Center (LEC) in Fairmont. Those present included the Martin County Board of Commissioners, representatives of the Martin County Sheriff’s Office, Fairmont Police ...