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MARTIN COUNTY DISTRICT COURT Driving after revocation — Luis M. Rojas Rojas, 34, of Fairmont; fined $285. Christopher J. Baer, 26, of Truman, was convicted of arson-first degree-dwelling or building appurtenant; fined $100, sentenced to jail 180 days, credit for time served 112 days, ...

Police

Police

FAIRMONT Tuesday, Feb. 24 3:37 a.m. — A suspicious vehicle was reported in the 1000 block of East Blue Earth Avenue. An adult arrest was made. 10:21 a.m. — A trespassing complaint was reported in the 500 block of South State Street. 11:01 a.m. — A driving complaint was reported at ...

Festival signals busy season for music students

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FAIRMONT – For those in band, choir, or orchestra at Fairmont High School, Tuesday’s music festival event was the beginning of an eventful final half of the school year. Currently, there are around 180 students in band, 275 in orchestra and 234 in choir. Band included marching and pep ...

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

Police

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 ...