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In a relatively brief meeting on April 15, members of the NRHEG school board heard about upcoming events and progress on various annual initiatives. Aside from typical actions such as payment of bills and receipt of donations, the agenda was very short.
Board members decided to have the “...
Mary Routh (left), Charles Evenson, and Leann Fuchs, daughters and brother to well-known New Richland resident Winston Evenson, display the memorial painting of Winston which was set out for public viewing and then given to Charles during an event sponsored by WET Signs and Murals in Waseca...
Members of U.S. Senator Tina Smith’s staff met with local emergency service leaders in New Richland, April 9.
Area Emergency Medical Service (EMS) leaders met with staff from the office of U.S. Senator Tina Smith on April 9 at New Richland’s City Hall, to provide information about the status of emergency health care in south central Minnesota. Smith’s staff informed leaders she intends to use the...
As the past two years have shown, severe weather can strike anytime. April 21 to 27 has been named severe weather awareness week by the National Weather Service, and the months of April to September are statistically the most likely time for strong storms to develop. In observance of this, Denise...
The City of Geneva met in a regular session on Tuesday, February 13, 2024. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Steve Bailey at 7 p.m. at the Geneva Community Center. Present were Council members Phillips, Wayne and Worrell. Absent was Bartsch. Clerk Tufte, Treasurer Mattson, Fire Chief...
As access to emergency medical services continues to be a top issue for leaders in the Minnesota State Legislature, U.S. Senator Tina Smith (D-Minn.) has been active in working toward federal solutions to the crisis. She and her staff have held meetings across Minnesota, from Hibbing to...
CROP REPORT - Soybeans enjoying late-July growing conditions.
The 2023 cropping season left almost everyone waiting for the other shoe to drop. Prices softened into harvest, although welcome rains fell in September after the crop was mature as well as in October unlike the two previous seasons. We’ll get out our crystal ball and tea leaves again to offer...
The Minnesota State Fair and the Minnesota Farm Bureau recognize 97 Minnesota farms as 2024 Century Farms. Qualifying farms have been in continuous family ownership for at least 100 years and are 50 acres or more. Century Farm families receive a commemorative sign, as well as a certificate signed...
Kathy Guse speaks after accepting her distinguished ag award during the annual Farm and City Luncheon.
The Waseca County Distinguished Agriculture Leadership award recognizes distinguished individuals who have dedicated their lives to the advancement of agriculture in Waseca County. Individuals will have demonstrated outstanding leadership in the community, place of business or employment, and the...
Mike Singlestad alongside his parents, Vicky and Scott.
The Waseca County Outstanding Young Farmer award is presented to a farmer between 21–39 years of age who utilizes innovative methods, has made improvement in farming operations, and demonstrates service to community organizations and conservation practices. This year’s winner was Waseca area...