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Fairmont speech sends 16 to state Congratulations to Fairmont High School’s speech team, which is competing in the state speech tournament this weekend. This year the team is sending an impressive number of 16 students to state. We commend these students on their hard work and wish them good luck this weekend. Officer Boltjes reflects on career We extend kudos to Fairmont Area Schools, where school board members have voted to suspend student activity fees for the coming school year. With sports seasons jumbled, games reduced and people facing economic hard times, the school has ...

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CER boasts new summer programs CER’s summer catalog is out and includes a lot of new offerings for people of all ages. We’re so fortunate to have this local organization which is always trying to fill the needs in the community. Like director Stephanie Busiahn said, the CER office has both experienced staff and new staff bringing fresh ideas and we thank them all for making programs and classes available to us. Shelter proposal goes to Park Board A great idea to add a shelter on the west end of Cedar Creek Park was shared by the Early Risers Kiwanis with the Park Board this ...

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FHS students cook up creations Fairmont High School’s culinary arts program is a great opportunity for students who are interested in the food and service industry. There are four levels of classes students can take, each of which teaches different skills. The program is now in its fifth year and we’re excited to see how it continues to grow. Council debates topic of owner’s rep This week the Fairmont City Council discussed whether or not to look for another owner’s representative for the proposed community center project. It’s good that the council is talking about working ...

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Student fundraises for vets activities Thank you, Sydney, for raising over $11,000 for adaptive sports at the Sioux Falls Veterans Affairs Healthcare System. This program aids veterans who can no longer physically or mentally do things due to injuries suffered during their service to our country. Thank you for the great example you have set. Habitat for Humanity dedicates home Thanks Habitat for Humanity of Martin and Faribault County for donating a home that will house a family who would not otherwise be able to buy a home conventionally. Thanks are in order for all of the ...

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Trig team earns high score Congratulations to Fairmont High School’s Trig Star team for recently placing second at a regional competition, which was sponsored by the Minnesota Society of Professional Surveyors. It’s great that the students have the opportunity to see the work they’re doing applied as an actual career. New owners keep business growing Congratulations to Austin Philipp and Anna Mundahl, the new owners of Janzen’s Greenhouse in Fairmont. Congratulations are also in order for long-time owners Jon and LaNette Janzen, who ran the successful and beloved greenhouse ...

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Food aid to sharply decline This month the amount of food assistance given to people will greatly decrease due to a federal program ending. This is something that will impact many of our neighbors in Martin County. In order to fill the need, food shelves like Heaven’s Table Food Shelf are seeking more donations in order to ensure they have stocked shelves. Please think of them and other food shelves as you’re giving charitable donations. FEDA OKs incubator building proposal This past week the Fairmont Economic Development Authority approved the sale of the incubator building to ...