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(FAIRMONT) — The city of Fairmont is continuing to gather public input on plans to improve the downtown area. The city held a community open house Thursday, where residents and business owners could review potential improvements and provide feedback. The project covers eight blocks from Main Street to Park Street and [...]

BLUE EARTH — The Blue Earth City Council has approved more than 54-thousand dollars in unbudgeted repairs for city facilities and equipment. The council approved 38-thousand-775 dollars in roof repairs for multiple city buildings and 16-thousand-205 dollars to repair a hydraulic leak on the fire department’s ladder truck. The council [...]

CEYLON — The Ceylon City Council has approved several items, including hiring a temporary city employee while the city transitions between workers. The council approved a three-thousand-25-dollar bid from P-T-S Contractor to remove dead trees and stumps and also approved transferring funds to pay for city shop roof repairs. The [...]

(St. Paul, MN)  --  The Department of Natural Resources says Minnesota's drought could dull this year's fall colors.  Severe drought can mute some colors and cause trees to lose leaves early.  More than half of Minnesota was in at least severe drought in early September.  Fall colors typically peak from [...]

TRUMAN — The Truman City Council discussed economic development, public works and the 2027 budget and tax levy Tuesday. The council is expected to set its preliminary 2027 budget and levy at its September 21 meeting. In other business, the council approved increasing the employee travel and training per diem [...]

SHERBURN — The Sherburn City Council heard an update Tuesday on a proposed Rails-to-Trails project connecting communities in Martin and Jackson counties. The project could include about 67 miles of former railroad corridor, including a proposed 12-mile section from Jackson to Sherburn. Organizers say potential trail uses could include walking, [...]