Rural Lafayette VRBO hidden among farm fields
by Ruth Klossner There’s a unique VRBO in the northeastern part of Bernadotte Township that most local people don’t know about—but visitors from the Upper Midwest have discovered for overnight stays for the last five years. “The Den,” a secluded and rustic authentic log cabin, sits on four acres of peace and quiet, surrounded by…
Read MoreBauer takes home first place in State key race
by Michael Mattison Taylor Bauer took home the first-place trophy in the key race recently at the Minnesota State 4-H Horse show. The event was held in Cannon Falls on September 5-6. The event is divided into age categories by what grade you completed in the spring so Bauer competed as a junior. The first-place…
Read MoreGFW sports October 1
Check out all of the GFW sports coverage in the October 1 issue of the Winthrop News. Firebirds roll to a 42-22 win over MCW by Michael Mattison The GFW Firebirds football team traveled to Martin County West Friday and left with a 42-22 victory. It didn’t take the Firebirds long to get things going as…
Read MoreIla Mae Anderson
Ila Mae Anderson, age 89, of Winthrop passed away on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at Bayside Manor in Gaylord. Funeral Service will be Friday, October 3, 2025, 11:00 A.M. at Bernadotte Lutheran Church, Bernadotte Township, Nicollet County, Minnesota, with interment in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 9:30 A.M.-11:00 A.M. (1 ½ hours prior), all…
Read MoreMelvin Eckstein
Melvin Eckstein, husband of Mary, age 75 of Fairfax, died Friday, September 19, 2025 at Advent Health Orlando Hospital. Services are pending. A complete obituary will appear in a future edition of the Winthrop News.
Read MoreLinnea (Swenson) Ulrich
Linnea Ulrich (Swenson), of Brooklyn Center, passed away peacefully on September 24th, 2025. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Leon (Lee) Ulrich. Linnea is survived by her two sons, Brian (Amanda) and Matthew (Megan), and grandchildren Henry and William. In accordance with her wishes, no formal service will be held. Linnea will…
Read MorePublic Notices October 1
Independent school district no. 2365 GIBBON, MN NOTICE OF BID Independent School District No. 2365, Gibbon, Minnesota, is presently soliciting a competitive “Prime Contract Bid” for Gibbon, Fairfax, Winthrop Public Schools ISD #2365 New PK-12 School in Gibbon, MN specifically for a trail extension package. Sealed bids will be received electronically through Building Connected using…
Read MoreClassifieds October 1
REAL ESTATE SALES Commercial Shop and Storage: This lot includes 2 buildings with ample storage and work space. Located on the south side of New Ulm, MN. 13248 Co Rd 25 New Ulm, MN 56073. $249,900. 49.68 Acres of CRP Land in Brown Co: Contracted for 3, 8, & 9 years. Owner to received yearly…
Read MoreHuge crowd checks out corn maze
The Corn Trail and Fall Festival at Conklin Hill drew a massive crowd and provided entertainment for those both young and old. Turn to page 10 for more photos. Photo by Michael Mattison
Read MoreGFW Homecoming Queen and King
Silvana Ruiz and Regie Mattes were crowned Homecoming Queen and King at the pepfest Friday during GFW Homecoming Week. More photos can be found on page 3. Photo by Michael Mattison
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