Category Archives: Local News

The latest USDA Crop Progress report shows corn development moving along quickly in Minnesota and Iowa.   In Minnesota, 95% of the corn crop has reached the dough stage, 68% is dented and 9% is m...

Drought conditions continue to worsen across Minnesota, while Iowa saw little change in the latest U.S. Drought Monitor.   In Minnesota, nearly 45% of the state is now in severe drought, up sligh...

United South Central is preparing to welcome students back for the 2026-27 school year.   The district says enrollment is expected to grow from the mid-700's to nearly 800 students over the next ...

Blue Earth Area School District officials are moving quickly on plans for a new elementary school following the passage of the referendum earlier this month.   Superintendent Mandy Fletcher says ...

The city of Fairmont is seeking input from residents on potential improvements to the downtown area.   The city is studying the options for potential infrastructure improvements within the 8 bloc...

United South Central Public Schools has launched a new website to provide information about the district's November 2026 Referendum.   The online resource includes details about the proposed plan...

The Fairmont School Board is considering another building bond referendum, potentially going before voters in February of 2027.   The board discussed the idea for the first time on Tuesday. A $21...

Minnesota and Iowa corn is progressing quickly, according to the latest USDA crop report.   In Minnesota, 92% of the corn crop has reached the dough stage, up from 82% a week ago and well ahead o...

The Faribault Count Board of Commissioners approved local option disaster tax abatements for a 12 unit apartment building in Elmore that was damaged by a fire in June.   The fire happened June 23...

The latest U.S. Drought Monitor shows drought conditions remain widespread across Minnesota, while Iowa saw improvement over the past week.   In Minnesota, about 88% of the state is considered ab...