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County candidates share their vision

FAIRMONT— The six Martin County Commissioner candidates, two running for each of the three open seats on the Nov. 5 general election, had the opportunity to introduce themselves and answer questions on Tuesday during the Fairmont Area Chamber of Commerce’s candidate forums. The candidates ...

State candidates make their pitch

FAIRMONT— On Tuesday evening the Fairmont Area Chamber of Commerce hosted its first round of candidate forums at Fairmont City Hall. At this time the public had the opportunity to get to know four Minnesota House of Representative candidates. Candidates include two running for District 22A, ...

Fairmont schools reflects on start of year

FAIRMONT — The Fairmont Area School Board on Tuesday reflected on summer programs and projects, as well as peered into future projects and agendas. Community of Education and Recreation (CER) Director Stephanie Busiahn presented a CER update to the board. Busiahn reflected on previous ...

BEA Board hears of increased enrollment

BLUE EARTH— The Blue Earth Area School Board had a special guest at its meeting on Monday. State representative Bjorn Olson was there to give the board members an update on recent legislation, as well as an explanation of the Ag2School tax credit. That credit, Olson pointed out, will kick ...

Steak fry Saturday at Legion

SHERBURN — Martin County West School’s schedule is in full swing. On Thursday, Sept. 12, there will be a volleyball game at 7 p.m. at Northrop. On Friday, Sept. 13, there will be a football game vs. TMB at 7 p.m. in Sherburn. On Saturday, Sept. 14, the vVolleyball team will play at Jackson ...

City of Fairmont updates road closure and detours

FAIRMONT — While summer has been winding down, street improvements are in full swing. Phase 2 of the Park Street Reconstruction Project will begin Monday, Sept. 16. Albion Avenue will be CLOSED from Day Street to Linden Avenue until approximately Nov. 1st. Please avoid travel in this area and ...