Local Feast! Marketplace on Saturday, November 7

Gather at the Mayo Civic Center for a true celebration of the people who produce our region’s finest locally-produced and sourced foods and beverages. Local Feast! Marketplace on Saturday, November …

Why Asian Lady Beetles Show Up Every Fall in Minnesota

According to the University of Minnesota Extension, these beetles are officially called multicolored Asian lady beetles (Harmonia axyridis). They were brought to the United States from Asia years ago …

Early Childhood Screening

Early Childhood Screening will be held on Thursday, October 8, 2026. Screening will take place from 3:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Families with children age 3-5 that have not been screened should …

Highway 56 and Goodhue County Road 9 Converted to Four-Way Stop Sept. 21

DENNISON, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Transportation converted the intersection of Highway 56 and Goodhue County Road 9 into a four-way stop on Sept. 21 as a way to reduce vehicle …
More Local News
You have heard the rhyme, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” But what does an apple really do for you? Does any apple work, or only certain kinds? A few answers can be found here. …
Well folks, it’s that time of year again. Fall is creeping around the corner, which means harvest is coming, cattle work is picking up, and before we know it, we’ll be wondering where the heck …
Osteoporosis: Bone loss tends to sneak up on you. You wake up a little shorter, your back complains after simple chores, or a small stumble turns into a fracture you never saw coming. Osteoporosis …
Obituaries
Merrilee Ashton “Mere” Weber
Merrilee Ashton “Mere” Weber, age 66, of Cannon Falls, died Tuesday afternoon surrounded by loved ones, September 8, 2026, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Rochester. Mere was born December 24, …
Robert "Bob" Allen Davis
Robert "Bob" Allen Davis, of Surprise, AZ (formerly of Cannon Falls, MN), passed away after a short battle with cancer at the VA Medical Center in Minneapolis with his family by his side. Bob was …
Sharon Kappedahl
Sharon Kappedahl, of Randolph, MN passed away Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at Valentine's Assisted living in Red Wing, MN. Sharon Beverly Kappedahl, 82, was born in Kenyon, MN on November 1, 1943. …
Harriet Wiederholt
Harriet Wiederholt, a cornerstone of the Miesville community and the beloved matriarch of the Wiederholt family, passed away peacefully on Tuesday evening, August 25, 2026, at the age of 102. A woman …
Daniel Joseph Pumper
Daniel Joseph Pumper, age 70, of Northfield, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Friday, August 7, 2026. Daniel was born on February 3, 1956, in Northfield, Minnesota, to Joseph Francis James …
Community
Women in Business Networking Group Thursday, October 8 | 9am | no charge Bring your own coffee and come mingle and learn about other women-owned/managed local businesses {or just come to meet and …
LANESBORO, MN -- Pickles are taking center stage at Big Springs Farm this fall as the farm celebrates its sixth Fall Festival with a 10-acre pickle-themed corn maze and a season full of dill inspired …
Congratulations to all of this year’s raffle winners! We hope you enjoy your prizes! Thank you to everyone who came out and supported the BBQ—whether you bought a meal (2075 meals served), …
Community
Scott Kroll of Randolph and Trent Jacobson of Cannon Falls hosted a car show in the parking lot by the Randolph School ball fields on August 15th. The show was held from 11 AM - 3 PM preceding the …
We’re celebrating incredible local farms and the families who have kept them in continuous agricultural operation for generations! Dougie Willie – Willie Farm, City of Randolph The Willie …
Join our ECFE staff for some great one-on-one project time with your child, while meeting other parents to discuss the joys and challenges of parenting. ECFE is offered to families with children age …
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How real estate can help build generational wealth
Buchanan Street Partners reports that real estate is a key avenue for building generational wealth, providing income, tax benefits, and appreciation over time for families.
The trucking companies with the worst federal safety scores
THE702FIRM Injury Attorneys reports on trucking companies with high out-of-service rates based on federal inspections. 
What every woman should know about menopause and heart health
Hone Health reports that heart disease is the top cause of death for U.S. women, with perimenopause seen as a key time to monitor cardiovascular health.
Why you sweat more in Halloween costumes, and how to stay fresh anyway
AXE reports that Halloween costumes cause excessive sweating due to synthetic fabrics, layers, and limited airflow. 
The faster-turnaround advantage: How preferred SBA lenders help businesses move quickly
Plains State Bank reports that Preferred SBA lenders expedite loan approvals for small businesses, providing critical financial support quickly, especially during economic downturns.