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‘He’s challenging us musically’
October 13, 2012 A familiar face to the area has taken the reins of the Buffalo Ridge Chorale, and the group is glad to have him. Plus, kids have become a welcome addition, forming their own chorale. more »» 
United for 50 years
October 6, 2012 Back in 1962, gas was 25 cents a gallon, candy bars were a nickel and the organization now known as the United Way of Southwest Minnesota was in its infancy. more »» 
Minnesota’s landscapes
October 6, 2012 Luverne artist Mary Sobolik Petersen is drawn to places she finds interesting and relaxing, and that’s where you’ll find her with her sketchbook. “I’ve been doing more and more sketching,” she said. more »» 
A ‘seasoned’ performer
October 6, 2012 When he was younger and doing comedy “just for fun,” Ron Lamprecht said he lacked the passion for it. It was just two years ago that he started taking comedy seriously. more »» 
The life of a trapper
September 29, 2012 For the postmaster of Milroy, everyday life is generally a predictable routine. But every year Tom Marks takes about a month off in the fall and pursues his passion, trapping. more »»
Shiny treasures
September 29, 2012 MARSHALL — When she was trying to figure out a name for her Etsy shop, Beth Ward of Marshall heeded some advice from a friend of hers. more »»
Dawson-Boyd Arts Association presents its upcoming season
September 29, 2012 Dance will be the highlight of this year’s season of the Dawson-Boyd Arts Association, which includes a performance of a well-known ballet. more »» 
A home to history
September 22, 2012 GRANITE FALLS Step inside the new Fagen Fighters World War II Museum, and one is taken back to the early 1940s. more »» 
Was he guilty?
September 22, 2012 REDWOOD FALLS — A little more than 120 years ago, a man is hanged not once, but twice for his crim. more »» 
Farewell to the Fords
September 15, 2012 On Sept. 29, a collection of vintage Fords is going on the block in Echo. Rolland Rebers is selling his cars and a lot of car parts in demand among classic auto restoration enthusiasts. more »»
Introducing Jacqueline the Great
September 15, 2012 Christin Berger of Lake Benton noticed something about her daughter Jacqueline as soon as the girl entered middle schoo. more »» 
All the world loves them
September 8, 2012 TRACY The funny thing about clowns — besides their ability to make children and adults smile — is that no one seems to recognize the person behind the painted face. more »» 
The perfect blend
September 8, 2012 Joyce Meyer of rural Canby will sometimes find herself taking photos of grasses or wheat fields to mix in with other images, creating something that shows life in southwest Minnesota. more »» 
Cancer survivor pays tribute to ‘The Man in Black’
September 8, 2012 After he survived a deadly form of cancer, Loren Wolfe decided to turn his hobby of entertaining people into a full-time endeavor. Wolfe, of Shakopee, will perform at 3 p.m. more »» 
Setting the stage
September 1, 2012 Open heart surgery has had more than a physical effect on Robert Mohn of rural Green Valley — it opened his heart more to the world around him. more »»
A musical journey
September 1, 2012 MARSHALL — From Schubert to U2, Cantus will guide its audience in Marshall on a musical tour of sorts. Cantus, a Twin Cities-based premier men’s vocal ensemble, will perform at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sep. more »»
Life on Capitol Hill
September 1, 2012 A decade ago, two small-town women, Jayne Jones and Alicia Long, found themselves working on former U.S. Sen. Norm Coleman’s campaign. more »» 
Stewards of safety
August 25, 2012 MARSHALL Every fall when classes start again, they grab their gear and head to school. more »» 
A magical art
August 25, 2012 MARSHALL — With quick and nimble fingers, Garret Hoff of Marshall deftly folds a piece of paper into a crane. It’s something he’s made numerous times, but origami is a hobby he truly enjoys. more »» 
Prize-winning photos
August 25, 2012 MARSHALL — Karna Dwire of Marshall had never entered the Robert Schwan Memorial Photography competition before. And on her first try, she won best in show. more »» |
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