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Minneota sweeps Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa to capture Class A state championship

ST. PAUL — Minneota saved one of its best performances of the season for its biggest match, sweeping Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa 25-14, 25-11, 25-13 Saturday at Grand Casino Arena to capture the Class A state volleyball championship. The Vikings controlled the championship match from the start, ...

Marshall falls to Benilde-St. Margaret’s in Class 3A state championship

ST. PAUL — Marshall had its chances to bring home another Class 3A state championship Saturday, but Benilde-St. Margaret’s made the plays when it mattered most. The Tigers fell to the Red Knights 3-0 in the state championship match at Grand Casino Arena, dropping the first two sets 26-24 ...

Lake Benton firefighter charged with arson

LAKE BENTON — A member of the Lake Benton Fire Department was charged with arson this week, in connection with a fire at a Lake Benton bar building in July. The Buffalo Ridge Drug and Violent Crime Task Force said agents arrested Jameson John Vermaat, 39, on Thursday, and brought him to the Lincoln County Jail. Charges of felony criminal property damage and second degree arson were filed against Vermaat Thursday in Lincoln County District court. Vermaat appeared in custody in Lincoln County court on Thursday, court records said. A future hearing date was set for Nov. 19. On July 21, ...

Two houses on Johnson farm keep families connected

The Johnson family farm in Hazel Run Township in Yellow Medicine County received its Century Farm honor in 1999. Shannon Johnson recalls receiving the Century Farm certificate with Minnesota Gov. Jesse Ventura’s signature. “The signature is all but gone now. We can’t read it ...

Minneota advances with 41-6 victory over Mayer Lutheran

MARSHALL — Minneota coaches up in the coaches box up above Mattke Field noticed something that could work to the Vikings advantage against the Mayer Lutheran Crusaders. Head coach Chad Johnston's offensive coordinator took advantage of the tip and sent in the play to quarterback Tristen ...

Red Baron Arena expansion proposed

MARSHALL — In the 10 years since the Red Baron Arena and Expo opened in Marshall, participation in hockey programs has grown, supporters said. It’s leading to some crowding – and the need for a building expansion, they said. This week, Ty Brouwer and Marshall Amateur Hockey Association ...