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DNR checks boats for invasive species

FAIRMONT — On Saturday, Aug. 1 members of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) were in Fairmont to do Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) road check inspections on watercraft and trailers that passed by their…

Fair fun underway in Murray Co.

SLAYTON — The Murray County Fair has been underway this week, and things have been going well, organizers said. “Last night,…

From Vietnam to the blues

Don “Scotty” Scott performed at the Minnesota Music Hall of Fame in New Ulm this past Friday.  The Minnesota native,…

'Amazing' and 'cute'

MARSHALL — It turned out to be unfortunate timing for 12-year-old Becca Roberts to show off her senior rabbit this…

Minneota school bond passes

MINNEOTA — Primary election day turned out to be “a really positive day” for the Minneota School District, Superintendent Scott…

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Local Sports

Drama, Rollovers, and Dominant Sweeps Highlight Action at the Big House

Sunday night at Redwood Speedway proved once again why they call it the “Big House,” serving up a full program of high-octane dirt track action loaded with hard-fought passes, wild scrambles, and late-race fireworks across six competitive divisions. Danube Auto Works Sport Mods A stacked 17-car field kicked off the night’s feature racing. Youth…

When I was growing up in Tyler, I started buying the District Tournament basketball programs that…

The Legacy of Irish Yard

Editorials

'Crazy' opportunity to support retail businesses

Any time a business closes in Marshall a lot of criticism is directed toward the city, especially on social media. While businesses do close now and then, new businesses are opening up as well. Take a stroll down Main Street and you will notice the changes. You will also find a vibrant retail atmosphere…

Letters to the Editor

Freedom or socialism is our choice

“Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction.” A quote from former President, Ronald Reagan. The choice is ours, freedom or socialism. One cannot exist simultaneously with the other. Some people seem to have a difficult time grasping that truth. This country and our freedom survived solely because of those who were…

Was it appropriate to leave press and staff aboard AF1 when Trump was removed due to Iran threat?

Local Columns

Ask a Trooper

Question: I saw your last article was about stopping. With school just around the corner, can you talk about stopping for the school bus? Answer: I certainly can and with last year’s law change it’s a good reminder. Previously, the law required drivers to stop for a bus’s red flashing lights and extended stop…

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