Wilhelm, Anderson win Club Championship titles at WGC
Brett Wilhelm is once again the mens club champion and Ellen Anderson won the womens club championship. For scores from all of the flights, check out the August 27 issue of the Winthrop News.
Read MoreHoffmann reflects on years as Lafayette Princess, Lions celebrate with pork chop dinner
by Michael Mattison Lafayette Princess Emma Hoffmann reflected on the past year as serving Lafayette as its princess. “I choose to run for Miss Lafayette because I truly love this community and wanted the chance to give back, represent our town and be a positive role model for younger girls,” Hoffmann said. “Our family has…
Read MoreNew teachers at GFW
For information on the new teachers at GFW, check out the August 27 issue of the Winthrop News.
Read MoreTurf getting installed at new field
The artificial turf at the football field at the new GFW Schools facility in Gibbon started on Thursday. This is what had been accomplished by mid-afternoon. Crews estimate that it will be a week to 10 days before the field is completed. Photo by Michael Mattison For a preview of the upcoming GFW Firebirds football…
Read MoreREv. Duane Peterson
Rev. Duane Peterson was born September 6, 1930, in New Richland, MN. He passed away on July 31, 2025, in Peoria, AZ, at the age of 94. After graduating from Gustavus Adolphus and Wartburg Seminary, Duane married Ilene Lueder. He interned in Seattle, WA. They then moved to Tracy, MN, where their sons Alan and…
Read MorePublic Notices August 27
Independent School District GFW Public Schools July 21, 2025 Summary of regular school board meetings. Full text is available for public inspection at 323 East 11th Street, Gibbon, MN 55335. CALL TO ORDER The regular board meeting of the GFW Public School Board was held on July 21, 2025 at the Elementary School Gibbon, MN.…
Read MoreClassifieds August 27
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 MoreBerg enjoying opening months as new GFW superintendent
by Michael Mattison GFW Superintendent Allen Berg began his duties on July 1. He was hired early in 2025 and used that time to help him transition into the position. “I like to describe myself as an accidental school administrator,” he said. Berg is originally from Litchfield. He has an undergraduate degree in public relations.…
Read MoreBerdan finishes Lafayette reign
by Michael Mattison In just a few shorts days, Kylie Berdan will be giving up her title and crowning the new Miss Lafayette. Emma Herrley and Zelli Kamm are the candidates for the crown with coronation being held Saturday, Aug. 23, at 6 p.m in the Lafayette Fire Hall. “I wanted to run for Miss Lafayette…
Read MoreLafayette water tower to get biennial cleaning
The Lafayette City Council received a special certificate for its 125 years, plus a flag flown over the capital at the request of Congressman Brad Finstad. Michele Schroeder, Finstad’s district outreach representative, was on hand to present the flag and certificate. Pictured left to right: Andrew Hartley, Logan VanDeest, City Clerk Sandy Burger, Mayor Curt…
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