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UHD committed to local care

FAIRMONT— United Hospital District (UHD) is making fast progress on transforming the former Dulcimer Medical Center building in Fairmont into a facility that will fit all of the additional services the healthcare system wants to bring in. While it’s currently open and patients are being ...

Last cribbage event for the season Saturday

WELCOME — There is an American Red Cross blood drive from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. today, April 12, at the Fairmont American Legion, 300 Downtown Plaza in Fairmont. There is also a blood drive from 12:30-5:30 p.m. on April 22, at Martin Luther High School in Northrop. To find blood drives near you or ...

ACE lines up students with local opportunities

FAIRMONT— In an effort to show area high school students local employment opportunities, several entities annually organize Area Career Exploration (ACE). The event, now in its 16th year, was held Wednesday at Fairmont High School. ACE is a joint venture between the Fairmont Area Chamber of ...

Council talks ordinance issues

CEYLON — The Ceylon City Council met on Tuesday evening and discussed the holes and dangerous situation at the old school property. The City feels the city equipment should not be used since the property is privately owned. The owner will be contacted and perhaps an emergency abatement notice ...

Spruce Up Club seeks donations

TRUMAN — Truman Spruce Up Club is asking for donations to refresh the soil and make the 12 large planters extra special for the city’s quasquicentennial. Checks can be mailed to: Truman Spruce Up Club, PO Box 56, Truman, MN 56088. They can also be dropped off at Profinium Bank in Truman. ...

Council gives $10K to fireworks

FAIRMONT— This week the Fairmont City Council approved donating $10,000 to the Fairmont fireworks display. Typically the city has contributed $1,500 annually but was asked by the Fairmont Fire Department to increase its amount due to rising costs. Three members of Light, Noise & ...