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Banks on lookout for frauds and scams

FAIRMONT – With multiple variants of fraud and scams targeting people’s wallets, banks are keeping a vigilant eye out and keeping themselves informed on the latest. Profinium Vice President of Information Technology, Jason Jones, said the most common ones they see are for fraudulent ...

Welcome City Council to meet Jan. 6

WELCOME — The Circle of Faith Parishes will change to their January schedule of services with a 9 a.m. service at Trinity Lutheran Church in Welcome and a 10:30 a.m. service at First Lutheran Church in Trimont each Sunday. On Jan. 11, the parishes will have a Joint service at 9 a.m. at ...

Truman Pride to meet Jan. 7

TRUMAN — Free Christmas Tree Recycling is available until Jan. 10. Only natural trees can be brought to the Fairmont City Street Shop or the Sherburn Nursery. Questions, contact Andy Geiger at (507) 776-3232. No wreaths, artificial trees, tree stands, lights or ornaments. Truman Public ...

Buildings and businesses top list

FAIRMONT— In 2025, the Fairmont area saw some large building projects come to fruition, but it also saw some long-planned projects fail. Other big stories in 2025 included new businesses opening, administration challenges and discussion centered on the Fairmont Chain of Lakes. What follows ...

At year-end, FOH extends Capital Campaign

FAIRMONT— “It’s encouraging that it’s not over,” said Blake Potthoff, Executive Director of the Fairmont Opera House (FOH) as, on Tuesday, at the conclusion of 2025, the Board of Directors announced that it would be extending its Capital Campaign beyond the original year-end deadline ...

New Year’s meal by Sherburn Lions

SHERBURN — Today is New Year's Eve, and I hope you have a safe and happy New Year's Eve, New Year’s Day and a wonderful 2026. The Sherburn Lions will have a New Year's Eve Steak, Shrimp or Pork Chop supper at the from 5 to 8 p.m. tonight at the Sherburn Legion Hall. Get a ribeye for $25, a ...