State Sen. Carla Nelson introduced a bill on Monday that would eliminate the tax on social security income. If approved by a DFL controlled legislature in the 2023 session, Minnesotans could save around $1,200 on their tax bill, but it would erase $500,000 million in revenue for the state, according to the Department of Revenue.…… read more »
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Study Says Rapidan Dam is Not in Danger of Failing, But It’s Future is Still Uncertain
Facing an uncertain future, the Rapidan Dam isn’t in any danger of falling down on its own. A recent study by an independent consultant found no potential for failure of the dam, build in the early 1900’s. However, the study did find that the dam is no longer suitable to be operated as a hydropower…… read more »
Fairmont Rep. Olson and 133 Others Sworn in As MN Legislative Session Begins
Minnesota’s 2023 Legislative Session officially began Tuesday with Representative Bjorn Olson of Fairmont and 133 other State Representatives being sworn into office during a ceremony at the State Capitol. Olson said that he feels that it is truly an honor to serve the residents of southern Minnesota and looks forward to fighting on their behalf…… read more »
Elmore Woman Injured in I-90 Rollover Thursday Afternoon
An Elmore Woman was injured in a one vehicle accident on westbound Interstate 90 in Faribault County on Thursday afternoon. The Minnesota State Patrol says a Chevy Tahoe, being driven by 45 year old Maria J. Dotseth, was westbound on I-90, at approximately 1:06 pm Thursday, when she lost control of the vehicle on the…… read more »
Fairmont Council To Decide Whether to Keep Current Firm or Hire a New Firm For City Attorney
The Fairmont City Council is in the process of shopping for a new City Attorney and are eyeing two law firms to potentially take over legal services for the City of Fairmont. In April of 2019, the Council voted to end employment with Elizabeth Bloomquist, its inhouse attorney for the past three decades. Afterward, the…… read more »
County Officials Sworn in at Faribault County Commissioners Meeting Tuesday Morning
Faribault County Commissioners Greg Young and Tom Loveall, along with County Recorder Sheryl Asmus, Auditor/Treasurer Darren Esser, County Attorney Cameron Davis and Sheriff Mike Gormley were all sworn into their respective offices by Fifth Judicial District Judge Troy Timmerman on Tuesday morning at the Faribault County Law Enforcement Center. The Commissioners then elected Bruce Anderson…… read more »
Inauguration Ceremonies Held in MN on Monday, Ahead of the Start of the 2023 Legislative Session
Inauguration ceremonies were held in Minnesota Monday morning as several lawmakers took their oaths of office leading into the start of the 2023 legislative session. Everyone sworn in Monday won their re-election bids in November, but it sets the stage for what should be an interesting session, as Democrats have control of the House, Senate…… read more »
Minnesota Sees Minimum Wage Increase to Kick off 2023
In Minnesota, the minimum wage is increasing at 2023 kicks off. The minimum wage is rising from $10.33/hr to $10.59/hr for large employers with over half a million dollars in annual revenue and from $8.42/hr to $8.63/hr for smaller businesses. The new minimum wage went into effect as of January 1st. This increase is part…… read more »
Iowa’s Minimum Wage to Remain the Same for 2023
The minimum wage in Iowa is set to remain at $7.25/hr for 2023. Though there were some exceptions to Iowa’s minimum wage, it is the same as the federal minimum wage, which has not been adjusted since July of 2009. Currently, there is no legislation being considered at the state level that would raise Iowa’s…… read more »
MnDOT Reminds the Public That is Illegal To Deposit Snow Onto or Next to a Public Highway or Street
The Minnesota Department of Transportation wants to remind the public that it is illegal to deposit snow on or next to a public highway or street. Minnesota law and many local ordinances prohibit plowing, blowing, shoveling or otherwise placing snow onto public roadways. This includes the ditch or right of way area along the roadside. …… read more »