Messerli state runner-up in Voice of Democracy
Eden Messerli went from the local level all the way to being a runner-up at the state level in the Veterans of Foreign Wars Voice of Democracy scholarship program. Competition started at the Post level and Messerli was the winner for Fairfax which meant she moved on to District competition. The District Banquet was held…
Read MoreT-Birds topple RRC, Wabasso
In three games this week, the GFW Thunderbird boys basketball team came away with victories over Wabasso 69-58 and Red Rock Central 70-35 but lost to Sleepy Eye St. Mary’s 64-24. After giving up the first two points to Red Rock Central, GFW went on an 11-0 run. Easton Taylor scored inside and Layton Hamre…
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Notice of Bid 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 new off site road improvements package. Sealed bids will be…
Read MoreCouncil to no longer have public forums at meetings
by Michael Mattison The Winthrop City Council approved changes to a portion of the City Code at its regular meeting on Monday, Jan. 6. Changes included getting rid of the public forum at the beginning of meetings, consolidating Council Committees and the monthly meeting date. Before opening the public hearing, Mayor Julie Trebelhorn addressed the…
Read MoreBauer sentenced in Weitzenkamp murder
On January 8, 2025, Travis Bauer, age 48 of Winthrop, appeared in Sibley County District Court for sentencing for committing the crime of Second Degree Murder. According to a press release from the Sibley County Attorney’s Office, the Court sentenced Bauer to 367 months (30.5 years) in State Prison. Sibley County Attorney Don Lannoye believes…
Read MoreLand development highlighted at January Gibbon Council meeting
by Doug Hanson A couple different properties were discussed for land development at the January Gibbon City Council regular meeting. A Residential Development Committee was organized at the December meeting and had met twice to discuss ways to promote Gibbon. Since land development additions usually have a name attached to them, the committee choose Meder…
Read MoreThunderbirds knock off New Ulm Cathedral
by Michael Mattison It was quite the busy week for the GFW Thunderbird boys basketball team. The T-Birds played three games and tallied a road victory on Friday against New Ulm Cathedral 64-39. Earlier in the week, GFW dropped games to Sleepy Eye 57-51 and Sibley East 65-43. GFW started the game out strong against…
Read MoreDonnabell M. Nelson
Donnabell M. Nelson, age 93, of Winthrop, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at Ecumen Oaks in Hutchinson. Funeral Service was held Saturday, January 11, 2025, at 11:00 A.M. at Apostolic Christian Church in Winthrop, with interment in the Winthrop Cemetery. Clergy Officiating: Apostolic Christian Ministers. Casket Bearers: Jake Nelson, Alex Nelson, Grant…
Read MoreGFW preparing for One-Act Play competition
The GFW Theater Department is preparing its One-Act Play entrant for Sub-Section competition in a week and a half. GFW will also be holding a One-Act Festival this weekend. “The One-Act Play Disaster”, by Don Zolidis is produced by special arrangement with Playscripts, Inc. (www.playscripts.com). “It is a play within a play,” explained Director Joe…
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