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Council approves firm for downtown improvements

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FAIRMONT – By a 3-2 vote, the Fairmont City Council on Monday approved working with Short Elliot Hendrickson (SEH) on a plan for downtown improvements The original request for proposals was sent out in November of 2024 and revised in September of 2025 to include ADA accessibility, ...

Sherburn accepting applications

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SHERBURN — Lenten Midweek services continue with the Circle of Faith Parishes meeting at 6 for a meal and at 7 p.m. for services p.m. at Waverly Lutheran Church north of Welcome. St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Wilbert will host its partner church, St. John's in Sherburn, for a 6 p.m. service ...

Police

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FAIRMONT Monday, Feb. 23 10:48 a.m. — Illegal dumping/garbage was reported in the 1200 block of Victoria Street. 10:56 a.m. — Police investigated a shoplifting complaint in the 500 block of South State Street. A non-traffic citation was issued. 2:20 p.m. — A civil complaint was ...

Local FFAs thriving on National FFA Week

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MARTIN COUNTY – Across Martin County, the Future Farmers of America (FFA) are celebrating their accomplishments and group spirit with National FFA Week. At Fairmont High School, there are currently around 50 students involved. FFA Advisor Andrew Moeller said Fairmont’s FFA is involved in ...

Council OKs 2026 road improvements

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FAIRMONT – At Monday’s meeting, the Fairmont City Council approved a 2026 road improvement plan that will be funded by grants, special assessments and bonding improvement funds to the tune of $8.12 million. Per the city’s assessment policy, 70 percent of the costs are paid by the city ...

Briefly

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Fairmont Speech sees success in Shakopee, Mankato SHAKOPEE/MANKATO — Five members of the Fairmont Speech team competed at the fourth annual Shakopee Wild Thing on Saturday, Feb. 21. Fairmont took first in the Small Entry division. Consolation finals: Oratory: Bel Lutterman is the ...