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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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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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 ...

Courts

Courts

MARTIN COUNTY DISTRICT COURT Unreasonable acceleration — Samuel A. Borntrager, 18, of Trimont; fined $125. Operate vehicle with expired registration — Azalia R. Morales Baxter, 22, of Fairmont; fined $115. Speeding — Todd D. Kotewa, 58, of Fairmont; Natasha L. Decorah, 32, of Black ...

Police

Police

FAIRMONT Friday, Feb. 20 9:41 a.m. — A civil complaint was reported in the 200 block of Lake Avenue. 11:32 a.m. — Police investigated a trespassing complaint in the 600 block of N. North Avenue. A non-traffic citation was issued. 1:48 p.m. — Police rendered assistance to the ...