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First Baptist Church in Blue Earth Officially Has a New Pastor

First Baptist Church of Blue Earth has a new pastor in Pastor Alan Dicks and brings with him decades of experience in ministry work.  After military service, college education and a career in teaching, Dicks has settle down in Blue Earth. He preached his first sermon at the Church in October of 2020 and was…read more »

Fairmont High School Hosting Their Polar Plunge Event on March 13th

In a longstanding tradition, Fairmont High School will be hosting its annual Cool School Polar Plunge on March 13th.  The event will see dozens of people jump into near freezing water to raise money for Special Olympics Minnesota. Fairmont schools have encouraged students to take the plunge since 2015, but had to take a hiatus…read more »

Fairmont Man to Be Sentenced at the End of March

A  42 year old Fairmont man has been convicted by a jury on February 17th of being an ineligible person in possession of a firearm and will be sentenced later this month. Justin T. Keodouangdy was arrested following the execution of a search warrant on December 21st, 2020 in Jackson, during which the Jackson County…read more »

BEA Superintendent Fletcher Shares Recent Successes with the Community

This week, Blue Earth Area Superintendent Mandy Fletcher shared the success of the open roller skating held at Pemberton Auditorium. Fletcher said that over 300 people showed up to skate during the open house events. She also gave an update on the Domestic Student Exchange program, stating that all of the host families have been…read more »

MN Republican Lawmakers Announce “Give it Back” Tax Relief Plan to Return Part of $17.5 Billion Surplus to Minnesotans

The latest economic outlook shows Minnesota with a considerable budget surplus of $17.5 billion.  Minnesota’s Budget Commissioner says it shows a strong economy, with lower inflation and a milder recession than previously anticipated. In response to the report, minority Republican Lawmakers announced a “Give it Back” tax relief plan on Tuesday.  The plan would return…read more »