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Tree service demands continuously high

FAIRMONT – For tree services in Fairmont, the demand from customers has been constant for the last few years. Thate’s Tree Service Owner John Thate said their work includes trimming trees, treating them for various problems, taking down trees and everything in between. “Getting a cat ...

Homecoming next week at Truman Schools

TRUMAN — September is School Board Month. Thank you to James Farnum, Maria Haler, Paula Heckman, Kenna Krahmer, Jeff Nauman and Mike Pfeil for serving on the Truman School Board. Truman High School’s after-prom party sub sandwich fundraiser is going on through October 4. Subs are $6 each or 10 for $55. Subs are made on 12” poor boy buns from Schmidt’s Bakery and are layered with ham, turkey, white and yellow American cheese. Contact a THS senior, junior, sophomore, or Zanna Sill at (507 384-8471 to place an order. Subs should be picked up at the school cafeteria from 3:30-6 p.m. ...

Mielke-Neufeld to marry Aug. 3

BLUE EARTH — Rachael Mielke and Shawn Neufeld announce their engagement and upcoming marriage. Parents of the couple are Patti Mielke of Blue Earth, the late Chris Mielke, and Ron and Donna Neufeld of Mountain Lake. Rachael graduated from Winona State University in 2019 with a degree in ...

People & Events

Classic Movie Monday at Fairmont Library Join library staff for Classic Movie Monday beginning 1 p.m. Monday, June 17, at the Fairmont Library, 110 N. Park St. in Fairmont. They will show ‘Born Free (1966).’ Popcorn and water will be served. For questions, call the library at (507) 238-4207. Ruby’s Pantry slated Monday in Sherburn Ruby’s Pantry will be held Monday, June 17, at the Regional Worship Center, 2 Crossroads Drive in Sherburn. Distribution will begin around 5:30 p.m. and continue until 7 p.m. This will be a drive-through distribution again. Limited pre-pay is ...

Courts

MARTIN COUNTY DISTRICT COURT Speeding — Martha A. Olson, 25, of Trimont; fined $125. Pamela A. Miller, 74, of Truman; fined $135. Seat belt required-driver and passenger must use — Michael Robert L. Helmers, 19, of Dunnell; Thomas W. Miller, 68, of Sherburn; each fined $110. Hands free law-access video content/images/games/software applications — Jose F. Perez Jasso, 28, of Pleasant Prairie, Wis.; fined $135. Jony Juarez Agustin, 23, of St. James was convicted of driving without a valid drivers license for vehicle class or type; fined $185. Also convicted of speeding; ...

Kathryn Karstedt death notice

FAIRMONT -- A celebration of life visitation for Kathryn Karstedt, 65, of Fairmont, Minn., will be held at a later date in the spring.  Kathryn passed away Friday, January 12, 2024, at the Mayo Clinic Health Systems in Mankato, Minn.  Lakeview Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Fairmont is assisting the family with arrangements.