Category Archives: Local News

The Faribault County Board of Commissioners met on Tuesday and received an update from the Recorder's Office on a free service called Property Fraud Alert to help residents protect their property from...

A Wells man faces felony charges after authorities said he set his partner's vehicle on fire during a domestic dispute on February 28th.   Thirty three year old Ruben Alonso Gomez has been charge...

The City of Winnebago is embracing its "Small Town, Big Heart" motto with a new public art project aimed at building community pride and attracting visitors.   An 8 foot by 8 foot blue metal hear...

The Faribault County Board of Commissioners approved several public works projects at the meeting Tuesday, including awarding a nearly $2 million contract to R&E Enterprises of Mankato for five br...

Back in February the Blue Earth City Council directed staff to compile updated figures and review the proposed $5 per meal charge for both dine in and take out meals for those using a prepaid punch ca...

Darling Ingredients is modifying operations at its facility in Blue Earth in an effort to "better serve customers and improve overall efficiency," according to a company statement.   As part of t...

The Faribault County Farm Service Agency says its Farmer Bridge Assistance Program is off to a strong start.   Faribault County FSA Director Nicki Miranowski says the program launched last Monday...

A Blue Earth man has been sentenced after being convicted of felony theft following an investigation by the Blue Earth Police Department.   Court records show 53 year old Michael Dean Olivo was c...

The Blue Earth City Council approved three revisions to the city's personnel policy during its meeting Monday night.   The changes address employee breaks, overtime eligibility for meeting minute...

The Minnesota Department of Transportation will begin tree removal along Highway 22 and 109 in Wells on Monday in preparation for an upcoming reconstruction project.   Motorists can expect should...