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Eliciting memories of time gone by

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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. ...

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FAIRMONT Wednesday, July 8 10:07 a.m. — An animal complaint/bite was reported in the 400 block of North Prairie Avenue. The animal in question was transported. 10:28 p.m. — Police rendered assistance to the ambulance in the 500 block of Home Street. 11:54 p.m. — A suspicious ...

Sylvania closed following discovery of remains

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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 ...

Millions in funding sent out for environmental projects

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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 ...

For the love of dogs, instructor offers Dog Manners

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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

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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 ...