The Blue Earth City Council met on Monday and received the bid evaluation for the water treatment facility improvements. Six bids were received ranging between $16.6 million and $25.2 million. The lowest bid of $16.6 million was from Wapasha Construction of Winona. After discussion, the council approved accepting the low bid. The contract would be…… read more »
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Faribault County Sheriff’s Office Holding Trunk or Treat Events Around the County on Halloween Night
The Faribault County Sheriff’s Office invites everyone to their trunk or treat event being held Thursday around the county. Deputies will be at the following locations around the county on Halloween, the Bricelyn Fire Hall and in Kiester, on Main Street by the Bank from 5-6pm, at the Easton Community Center from 5-6:30pm, Kathy’s Kitchen…… read more »
Three Injured in Two Vehicle Accident South of Mapleton on Saturday
Three people were injured in a two vehicle accident late Saturday afternoon, south of Mapleton. According to the Blue Earth County Sheriff’s Office, at approximately 5:18pm, a 1994 Ford Ranger, driven by 40 year old Corey Matthew Jaeger of rural Mapleton, was northbound on 584th Avenue and a 2005 Buick Le Sabre driven by 25…… read more »
B.E. Council Votes to Continue Looking for Financing for the Tiny Home Proposal
The Blue Earth City Council met on Monday and received an update from the Housing and Redevelopment Authority on the tiny home proposal. The HRA is still working on the financing for the project. The potential financing options to explore include HRA Redevelopment Project, Economic Development TIF, possible state appropriation, grant funding through MN Housing…… read more »
USDA Says MN Soybean Harvest is Complete and MN’s Corn, Iowa’s Soybeans and Corn Nearly Complete
The USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service released the crop progress report for Minnesota and Iowa for the week ending October 27th. Harvest was winding down and some fall small grain seeding was underway. Fall tillage and fertilizer applications continued. Minnesota corn harvested for grain reached 84%, 9 days ahead of last year and 12 days…… read more »
B.E. Residents Encouraged to Complete Blue Earth Housing Survey
Residents of Blue Earth are encouraged to take a few minutes to complete the City of Blue Earth Housing Survey, which is being conducted by Minnesota State University – Mankato Students in the Urban Studies Studio, as part of an update to Blue Earth’s Housing Study. The 12 question, anonymous survey will be used to…… read more »
Faribault County Sheriff’s Office Participating in Prescription Drug Take Back Day this Saturday
The Faribault County Sheriff’s Office will be participating in the DEA “National Prescription Drug Take Back Day” on Saturday, October 26th, from 10am to 2pm. The event is a free service for anyone wishing to drop off any unwanted or unused prescription medication for safe and proper disposal. Any unwanted or unused prescription medication can…… read more »
Faribault County Sheriff Investigating Letters Circulating That Contains False Information About Faribault County Commissioner Candidates
A letter has recently been circulating around Faribault County that contains false information and slander against the two individuals running for Faribault County Commissioner in District 1. The letter contains false accusations about incumbent John Roper and challenger Gertrude Paschke has been received so far by City and County Officials, as well as some businesses…… read more »
Deadline for Homeowners & Renters Affected By Severe Storms in June & July to Apply for FEMA Assistance Arriving Next Week
Homeowners and renters affected by the June 16th – July 4th severe storms and flooding have only one week left to apply for federal disaster assistance. The deadline to apply with FEMA is October 27th. FEMA assistance may include funds for temporary housing while you are unable to live in your home, such as rental…… read more »
Good Thunder Man Sentenced to 20 Years for the Attempted Murder of a Mankato Woman
A Good Thunder man was sentenced to 20 years in prison Tuesday for the attempted murder of a woman in Mankato in May 2023. Thirty five year old Dustin Lee Murilla was convicted on a felony first degree attempted murder with premeditation charge in Blue Earth County District Court. Murilla stabbed the woman, identified as…… read more »