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Eliciting memories of time gone by

NEW ULM – The Brown County Fairgrounds and Civic Center was home to history on wheels, with over 350 cars, motorcycles, trucks taking part in the 24th annual Autofest on June 28. Early in the day, there was concern the show would be rained out after an early morning thunderstorm. ...

Millions in funding sent out for environmental projects

FAIRMONT – Through the Legacy Amendment’s Outdoor Heritage Fund and Environmental and Natural Resources Trust Fund (ENRTF), over $300 million was sent out for projects throughout Minnesota on July 1, including millions toward projects with impacts in Martin County. Driven by the Fox Lake Conservation League (FLCL), Ducks Unlimited (DU), The Conservation Fund (TCF) and written by local conservationist, outdoorsman and 2026 Minnesota Outdoor News Person of the Year Doug Hartke, $3 million from the Outdoor Heritage Fund has been secured for the 10th phase of acquiring Wildlife ...

Sylvania closed following discovery of remains

FAIRMONT— A portion of Sylvania Park in Fairmont has been closed to the public following the findings of significantly decayed human remains on the southwest portion of the park. “It’s definitely unique,” said Fairmont Police Chief, Mike Beletti, who provided a rundown of recent ...

For the love of dogs, instructor offers Dog Manners

FAIRMONT — Calling all canines. Dog Manners classes are coming to Fairmont, taught by Dog Manners instructor Lori Espeland and offered through Fairmont Community Education and Recreation (CER). “For the love of dogs,” Espeland explained, regarding how it feels to offer these ...

BE looks at safety cabinet placements

BLUE EARTH— Discussion on the placement of a new public access safety cabinet was held at the Blue Earth City Council meeting on Monday. City administrator Dawn Collins presented the council with a memo from County Commissioner Gertrude Paschke, requesting direction on the placement of an outdoor public access safety cabinet, which would contain an AED, Naloxone and other emergency medical supplies. “Currently, we have safety cabinets located at the Municipal Swimming Pool, Fitness Center, Police Department, Community & Senior Center and at City Hall,” Collins reported. ...

Truman Active Living meets July 14

TRUMAN — Truman Active Living will host swimming for Martin County 4-H members from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, July 12, at the Truman Pool. If you have questions contact your leaders or county extension. Water aerobics are held from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, at the Truman ...