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Detour for Highway 19 Winthrop bridge replacement project begins August 5

The detour for the Highway 19 box culvert replacement project near Winthrop is expected to begin on Monday, August 5, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation. Motorists will be detoured to Highway 15 and Sibley County Roads 10 and 4 until the completion of the project in late September. All construction activities and traffic…

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Lafayette Days this weekend

The local celebrations just keep coming as Lafayette will has a fun weekend planned Friday and Saturday. The celebration begins with the Craft Beer and Wine Tasting from 6:30 p.m.-11 p.m. at the Lafayette Fire Hall. The event is sponsored by the Lafayette Fire Relief Association. Saturday features the annual antique tractor pull starting at…

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Brandt Family recognized as a 2024 U of M Farm Family

The Brandt family of Gaylord has been named Sibley County’s “2024 Farm Family of the Year” by the University of Minnesota. Jacob grew up on his parents’ dairy farm, working on the farm daily. During his high school years, ownership transitioned, but he continued to work on the same farm site for Will Sampson. After…

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Learning to play cribbage

Aubrey Weber and Elvira Larabee are sharpening their cribbage skills at the Winthrop City Library’s Community Cribbage events. At 10 a.m. every Wednesday in July, community members have been gathering at the library to play or learn cribbage. “Cribbage is considered a great travel game, sharpens math skills and can be enjoyed by all ages,”…

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Classifieds July 24

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. $259,900. 15.3 Acre Lot for Sale: Backing up to the Minnesota River this multipurpose lot with various outbuildings has opportunities…

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GFW Board offers Interim Superintendent position to Kelly Smith

by Doug Hanson The GFW School Board interviewed three candidates on Thursday, July 18, for the one-year Interim Superintendent position. Each candidate had a one hour interview with the Board, a one hour interview with an advisory group consisting of staff, administration and parents and a 90-minute tour of the two facilities. All three candidates…

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