MANKATO.— As energy costs continue to challenge agricultural operations across Minnesota, some farmers are turning to small-scale wind turbines as a solution for reducing expenses and achieving greater energy independence. At the 2026 Minnesota Ag Expo, Bergey Windpower showcased wind ...

MARSHALL — When he started planning his Eagle Scout project, Josh Michals said he knew he wanted to do something to support members of the military. It turned out, he didn’t have to look far from home to help. On Friday, Michals and a group of volunteers gathered to pack cloth bags with ...

WABASSO — A trio of candidates running for Minnesota state Senate in Sen. Gary Dahms’ district shared their positions on a wide range of issues at a forum this week. Senate District 15 candidates Tiffany Lesmeister-Knott, Braxton Seifert and Brian Mock took part in the forum, organized by ...

COTTONWOOD — Jonathan and Carolyn Olson’s family farm has been going for more than a century. But within the past 30 years, they’ve made some changes, focusing on raising organic crops. “It brings us different opportunities, and it’s something we enjoy, the diversity and the ...

NEW ULM – New Ulm native Brittany Nosbush has had a long career working with the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), helping to protect natural land. In April, she’ll mark nine years of real estate work, specializing in acquisitions for the Lands and Minerals Division (LAM). Her work ...

CJ Schwan’s has a new interim CEO, the company announced Tuesday. In a press release, CJ Schwan’s said that Dr. Gregory Yep, chairman of the CJ Schwan’s board and CEO of CJ Foods, has been appointed interim CEO. CJ Schwan’s spokespeople said Yep will oversee CJ Schwan’s continued ...