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Tvedten’s 4th book shares Martin Co. farm history

FAIRMONT—Hot off the press, Lenny Tvedten’s newest book, this one on Martin County farm history, was just delivered this week. The book shares the background, stories and photos of about 50 farms throughout the county. The Martin County Historical Society Executive Director started in ...

Fairmont’s mayoral hopefuls share pitches

FAIRMONT— There are six in the running to be the next mayor of Fairmont. Peter Bode, Logan Kelly, Krystaline Krumrey, Nathanael Landsteiner, Jerome Niss and Todd Smith will all appear on the ballot on Nov. 3. They were all asked the same four questions and below are their responses. Smith acknowledged receipt of the questions but chose not to provide answers to any. 1. What is your background and why are you running for mayor? Bode: I am running for mayor with a background in political science, conflict studies and a decade of work in government at the municipal, regional and state ...

Events planned at Lake Belt Bar and Grill

CEYLON — A cribbage tournament will begin with registration at 1:15 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17, at the Welcome Legion Hall. All cribbage players are welcome to join. Cribbage tournaments are planned for the second and third Saturdays of each month from October to March at the Welcome Legion ...

Area officers take in crisis training

FAIRMONT – About 30 people from area agencies spent the last five days in a 40-hour training, working on necessary situational skills with the Minnesota Crisis Intervention Team. The team goes across Minnesota helping law enforcement and emergency agencies learn how to help people in ...

MCHS, Martin Co. Players bring dark tales to life

FAIRMONT — The Martin County Historical Society (MCHS) and Martin County Players are bringing history to life for the autumn season and the haunting holiday with the storytelling performances “Dark Tales of Martin County.” The sold-out show will be performed on Friday, Oct. 23 and ...

Pork Producers promote, foster area industry

MARTIN COUNTY – With 15 board members and about 300 regular members, Martin County Pork Producers supports and strengthens one of Minnesota’s largest pork-producing areas. The organization is open to anyone who raises, owns, or is associated with pigs. It’s also open to businesses that ...