Palmer Bus Service announced recently that it has been awarded the “Top Transportation Team Honorable Mention” by Transfinder, a leading provider of routing software solutions for school districts and transportation contractors. This award, presented at the STN Expo Conference in Reno, Nevada, marks a significant achievement as Palmer Bus Service becomes the first contractor in… Read More

By Kris Goracke Reporter For many, learning to ride a bike is a moment of success. That thrilling instant when your dad or someone else let go of the back of the bike, and you realized you were riding on your own, is unforgettable. The joy of “I can do it” and the accompanying big grin… Read More

A local family, the Stadtherrs, were the ones to find the Waterama Medallion this year.  It was found in a hole in a tree at the corner of Barsness Park at the top of the hill by Frisbee golf hole #7. The winners from left are: Drew Winter, Soffia Stadtherr, Tom Stadtherr, Sara Stadtherr, Lyla… Read More

Farm Progress is excited to launch a new program, Women in the Field, at its 2024 events Aug. 27–29 in Boone, Iowa. This initiative aims to recognize the contributions of women in agriculture, increase female representation across the Farm Progress brands and foster long-lasting relationships that align with the future of the agriculture industry. “We believe… Read More

The Pope and Stearns Soil and Water Conservation Districts and the Minnesota Department of Agriculture announce a field day at the Rosholt Research Farm on the current research trials. The Rosholt Research Farm Field Day will be held on Thursday, Aug. 15, from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.  A great line-up of speakers will be participating in the… Read More

Many laws passed by the Minnesota Legislature this year went into effect on Aug. 1, including new guidelines on car seats, increased penalties for straw purchases of firearms and a ban on the “gay panic defense” in criminal cases.Here’s a look at some of them: Car seat rules The Minnesota Child Passenger Safety Law updates guidelines on… Read More

Do you enjoy learning about the natural world? If so, consider becoming a Minnesota Master Naturalist volunteer.  Prairie Woods Environmental Learning Center, Spicer, is hosting a Minnesota Master Naturalist Volunteer Training beginning Aug. 19, 2024. Master Naturalist volunteers complete a 40-hour hands-on course with expert instructors and fellow learners – studying natural history, environmental interpretation, and conservation… Read More

Prairie Lakes Audubon Chapter will hold its annual meeting at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 13, at Calvary Lutheran Church, 605 Douglas St. Alexandria. Agenda items include the election of officers, a review of the past year’s projects and a look forward for potential activities for another year. All members are encouraged to attend this… Read More

Lake Region Arts Council (LRAC) is looking for six artists who want to advance their careers – free of charge. We invite artists living in Becker, Clay, Douglas, Grant, Otter Tail, Pope, Stevens, Traverse and Wilkin counties to participate in LRAC’s Artist Cohort Program. LRAC is once again forming a cohort of six artists willing to work… Read More

The University of Minnesota Extension is presenting four webinars on introductory farm transition and estate planning. Webinars will be held on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. starting Aug. 14. There is no cost to attendees. Attend one or attend all four! Topics for each session are as follows:  • Aug. 14: Developing your farm transition… Read More