FAIRMONT – In response to a rise in interest and concerns about the Minnesota Paid Leave law taking effect on Jan. 1, 2026, Crystal Hanson, Founder and Principal Consultant of South Creek HR, is collaborating with the Fairmont Area Chamber of Commerce to host a workshop. The workshop will ...

SHERBURN — At the Sherburn City Council meeting on Monday, a presentation was given about the ownership of the Cemetery and the Cemetery Association bylaws and meetings, and paying for keeping the cemetery clean. Several residents at the meeting agreed that something is not correct with the ...

TRUMAN — A Halloween party for kids ages 12 and under will be held from 4 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25 at the old Lewisville City Hall. Activities include a costume party, games and snacks from 4 to 5 p.m. Costume judging will be at 5 pm. Bring your pre-decorated pumpkins for a pumpkin ...

FAIRMONT – While absentee and mail voting are open now, there are fewer than two weeks before the in-person vote on Nov. 4 and the choice on the Fairmont Area Schools referendum is made. The referendum covers multiple changes in the elementary and high school buildings. For the elementary ...

BLUE EARTH— Will deer hunters in Faribault County be able to use high-power rifles to hunt deer during the 2026 deer hunting season? That is a question Faribault County sheriff Scott Adams told the commissioners they will have to make a decision on during the next year. “Last Wednesday, ...

SHERBURN — Next week will be the last week of October, with Nov. 1 being next Saturday. There are Trunk and Treats scheduled for area towns, including Sherburn. On Oct. 25, there will be a Trunk and Treat by the Sinn Family CLC in Sherburn from 1-3 p.m., sponsored by the Lions Club. In ...