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New veterans memorial statues near installation

FAIRMONT – As Veterans Day approaches, the last major step for the Martin County Veterans Memorial in Fairmont nears completion. Volunteers began planning for the memorial back in 2016 and it was dedicated in a ceremony in May of 2024. Chuck Mixson, a key part of the Veterans Memorial ...

Students leaf positive impact

FAIRMONT – Community members in need got several helping hands Friday as the Fairmont Cardinals Give Back Day came back for another year. Those who wanted a group of students to come and assist them sent in applications to the school district to be included, and this year eight locations ...

FHS Cardinal Theater presents ‘Anything Goes’

FAIRMONT — Set sail with Fairmont High School (FHS) Cardinal Theater as they present their 2026 fall musical production, the 1934 classic, “Anything Goes.” “We are always excited to bring a show to the school and community. It is the culmination of many hours of work, and we look ...

Cribbage tournaments begin soon

CEYLON — Congratulations to the Ceylon election winners. Judith Perkins for Mayor and Armin Kronback and Nicholas Feely for council members. The Ceylon City Council will meet at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 10 at Ceylon City Hall. There is always a time for public comments and questions at the ...

Clinic opening celebrated with open house

FAIRMON— While it officially opened in early October, Windom Area Health’s Fairmont Clinic held an open house on Thursday to celebrate its establishment and provide the public with a chance to tour the facility, meet the staff and learn about the clinic’s future plans. Dozens of ...

Fairmont leaders share their perspectives on city’s future

FAIRMONT – As the Region Nine Development Commission develops the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) for all of South Central Minnesota, Thursday gave city leaders and economic development experts a chance to share what they have seen, thought and imagined for the future. Region Nine Deputy Director Jessica Beyyer said the commission has 39 members, including James Kotewa as one of the members for the Fairmont area. University of Minnesota Extension Educator Toby Spanier said the reason they were there is part of engaging with the entire region. “We'll put together ...