Farm City Fun Fest starts Friday
It’s that time of year again. It’s time for Winthrop to celebrate Farm City Fun Fest. After a spring and summer that has been filled with more than its fair share of rain, the weekend forecast looks fabulous. Things kick off on Friday at 4 p.m. and then get into full gear on Saturday and…
Read MoreWinthrop has new full-time officer
The City of Winthrop welcomed a new police officer onto the force at the Winthrop City Council regular July meeting. Nick Eickschen was officially sworn in by Police Chief Logan Anderson. Photo by Michael Mattison
Read MoreSuperintendent search schedule changes
On Tuesday, following last Monday evening’s presentation, the schedule for selecting a new interim superintendent was changed. The GFW School Board will now have July 11 and 12 to go to the District office and review the resumes of applicants for the full-time position. The Board will still hold its regular July 15 meeting, which…
Read MoreFilings open for city, school offices
Many public offices are open in the area for the general election in November and filing for those offices close on Tuesday, Aug. 13. The GFW School Board will be electing one board member for each town. Seats open are Russel Miller in Winthrop, Mark Turtle in Gibbon and Dan Merkel in Fairfax. In the City…
Read MoreWorld’s First CreamStillery now open near Brooten
It all starts with the cow at Redhead Creamery, where the world’s first CreamStillery—a cheese plant and distillery all under one roof—is now fully operational. If you enjoy craft cocktails, artisan cheese or pairings of the two made-on-site, there’s now only one place on Earth where you can enter a door and have both experiences—Redhead…
Read MoreReds earn another win
The Gibbon Reds entertained their home fans at McGowan Field on Sunday, July 7th competing against the St. James Athletics. Starting pitcher was Dominic Rose who pitched six innings. He gave up five hits, three walks, and recorded five strikeouts. Nolan Huiras finished the last three innings giving up three hits and throwing four strikeouts…
Read MoreMichael P. Johnson
Michael P. Johnson, age 59, of Brooklyn Center, formerly Gibbon and Winthrop, Minnesota, passed away Thursday, June 27, 2024, at GlenFields Living with Care in Glencoe. Memorial Service will be held Friday, July 19, 2024, 11:00 A.M., at Augustana Lutheran Church in Gibbon, Minnesota. Gathering of Family and Friends will be held Friday, July 19,…
Read MoreDonald Herbert Ricke
Donald Herbert Ricke was born September 10, 1950, and passed away on June 28, 2024. Donald graduated from Winthrop High School in 1968 and made his home in California. He is survived by his special friend Katy; Brothers Lee and wife Karen, James and wife Connie; Sister Elaine, Joan and husband Richard, Diane and Husband…
Read MorePublic Notices July 10
FILING NOTICE City of Gibbon Notice is hereby given as provided in M.S. 205.13, subd. 2, that a General Election will be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 for the purpose of electing candidates to fill the offices listed below: Mayor – two (2) year term Two (2) City Council Members – four (4) year…
Read MoreClassifieds July 10
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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