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Planning and Zoning hire expands role in code enforcement

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FAIRMONT— There’s a new face at city hall in Fairmont. Mike Schutz was added two weeks ago as the planning and zoning, code enforcement coordinator for the city. While he may be new to city hall, he’s not new to the community. Schutz was born and raised here and graduated from Fairmont ...

Fairmont clubhouse advocates for mental support, inclusion

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FAIRMONT — For years, the month of May has been acknowledged as Mental Health Awareness month. It sheds light on those afflicted with mental illness, encouraging others to give support. Even as May comes to a close, the importance of mental health wellness and inclusion remains forever ...

Ceylon museum accepting time capsule item ideas

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CEYLON — Well, today is the last day of May, so the news items will be about June for this column. The ladies' group WELCA from St. Peter Lutheran Church in Ceylon will have their June meeting at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 4, at Homestead Assisted Living in Estherville with Jeannine. All ...

Courts

Courts

MARTIN COUNTY DISTRICT COURT Speeding — Anita N. Wohlers, 37, of Truman; fined $125; Scott A. Howeth, 30, of Truman; fined $135. Driving after revocation — Allen J. Frederickson, 33, of Garden City; fined $285. Cannabis open package-owner/driver-packaging opened or seal has been ...

Police

Police

FAIRMONT Thursday, May 29 11:39 a.m. — An animal complaint/bite was reported in the 900 block of North Park Street. 11:58 a.m. — An animal complaint/bite was reported at West 10th Street. 2:25 p.m. — A suspicious person was reported at Blue Earth Avenue and Prairie Avenue. 4:42 ...

Fairmont sows a seed for community kindness

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FAIRMONT — It started with a girl and her mission to spread kindness. Now, an Anne Frank sapling has reached Fairmont High School grounds, also planting a seed for new beginnings in the community. The Performing Arts Center at Fairmont High School was filled wall to wall with students, school ...