The USDA’s National Agricultural Statistic Service released the crop progress report for Minnesota and Iowa for the week ending July 7th. Heavy rain and saturated soils continue to restrict access to fields throughout much of the region. Some livestock losses were reported due to flash flooding. In Minnesota, corn silking was 4%, 2 days behind…… read more »
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Two Vehicle Accident in Fairmont Monday Afternoon Sends Mankato Woman to the Hospital
A two vehicle accident in Fairmont sent a Mankato woman to the hospital late Monday afternoon. According to the Minnesota State Patrol, at approximately 5:36pm, a 2016 Dodge Journey driven by a 15 year old female pulled out from the I-90 east ramp, in front of a 2022 Kia Sportage traveling south on Highway 15,…… read more »
City of Blue Earth Seeking Public Feedback on What to Do With the 3 Sisters Property
The City of Blue Earth has acquired the 3 Sisters Property on Main Street. Unfortunately, due to the structure’s substandard condition and concerns about public safety, the City is pursuing state funding for demolition loans. As City Officials evaluate the future of the site, they are asking the public for input on its redevelopment. Residents…… read more »
Fieldwork Limited in MN & Iowa Last Week Due to Rain and Flooding Says USDA
The USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service released the crop progress report for Minnesota and Iowa for the week ending June 30th. Field activities were limited due to rain and flooding throughout much of the region. In Minnesota, corn silking was at 3%, 4 days ahead of the 5 year average, 62% of corn was rated…… read more »
B.E. Council Approves Renovation Bids for the New City Hall Building
At the Blue Earth City Council’s meeting on Monday night, renovation bids for the new City Hall were approved. The general contracting of the old Wells Fargo building includes offices, council chambers and various support spaces. The exterior scope of work is limited to pain and one new exterior window. Ankeny Builders of Blue Earth…… read more »
Heavy Rains and Standing Water Has Farmer Assessing Crop Damage
Farmers are assessing crop damage from heavy rain in many areas of Minnesota and Iowa. In Southern Minnesota, many farm fields were under water as torrential rain pushed ditches and rivers out of their banks. Minnesota Soybean Growers Association President Darin Johnson described conditions on his farm near Wells as “A pretty dire situation.” Johnson…… read more »
Mapleton Woman Taken to Hospital Following One Vehicle Accident Early Sunday Morning
A one vehicle accident east of Delavan sent a Mapleton woman to the hospital on Sunday. According to the Minnesota State Patrol, at approximately 12:04am, a 2019 Hyundi Sante Fe driven by 36 year old Jessica Kae Scheff was westbound on Highway 109, when it ran off the road to the left, entered the ditch…… read more »
Dale and Lori Stevermer Family of Easton Named Faribault County’s 2024 Farm Family of the Year
The Dale and Lori Stevermer family of Easton has been named Faribault County’s “2024 Farm Family of the Year” by the University of Minnesota. Honored farm families are chosen, one per county, by local University of Minnesota Extension committees based on their demonstrated commitment to their communities and to enhancing and supporting agriculture. Trails End…… read more »
Officials Continuing to Monitor Rapidan Dam
Blue Earth County Public Works, Emergency Management and the Sheriff’s Office staff continue to monitor the Rapidan Dam, according to a news release from Blue Earth County. Blue Earth County Officials say there has been a failure on the west abutment. The dam is still intact and there are no current plans for a mass…… read more »
Crop Conditions Decrease in MN & Iowa Due to Surplus Soil Moisture According to the USDA
The USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service released the Crop Progress Report for Minnesota and Iowa for the week ending June 23rd. Surplus soil moisture conditions continue to hinder fieldwork. Heavy rains caused ponding and flooding. In Minnesota, corn planted was 97% emerged, with 65% of corn rated good to excellent. Iowa corn emergence was near…… read more »