Nature provided some natural “flocking” on leafless trees last week as the area sustained fog in the early morning contributing to hoar frost and adding to the beauty of the winter season.   Hoar frost often forms during inversions when the temperature is lower than in the air layer above it, according to the science. … Read More

By Stan Popovich Many people underestimate the impact that mental illness can have on an individual or family. It can be difficult to admit that you have a mental health problem in your life. Secondly, it can be just as difficult in getting the people you know to understand your situation without making any kinds of judgments. … Read More

Southwest Minnesota residents with an idea to strengthen sustainability in their community can now apply for partnership support from the University of Minnesota Extension Southwest Regional Sustainable Development Partnership (Southwest RSDP). Southwest RSDP supports local innovation by connecting community ideas to University of Minnesota resources. Community members work on diverse project teams that research, design and… Read More

“Farming Your Way, Creating Balance” is the theme for the 2025 Extension Women in Ag Conference, hosted by the U of M Women in Ag Network, in partnership with the Minnesota Farm Service Agency. The Women in Ag Conference will be held from 8:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 11, at The Park Event… Read More

The Pope County Museum is currently hosting the traveling WW1 exhibit “How the Great War Hit Home in West Central Minnesota” now through Feb. 1. Travel back in time to World War I, and learn about the role west central Minnesota played in one of the most influential, and devastating, worldwide conflicts of the 21st century. The… Read More

Escape your winter doldrums with a visit to the world of ruby-throated hummingbirds. Learn about basic hummingbird biology and behaviors, ways to attract and keep them in your yard and hummingbird research done through banding. These unique birds are bound to light up your evening. Ruby-throated hummingbirds are magnificent little creatures that make a living here… Read More

110 YEARS AGO From Jan. 8, 1915 The new Minnewaska hospital. Steam heated, electric lighted, sanitary ventilating system. Supt. Miss Ella Haug. Staff of physicians: Dr. C.R. Christenson, Dr. L.L. Gibbon, Dr. O.V. Opheim, Dr. G.D. Crossette, Dr. M.L. Ransom, Dr. C.E Caine, Dr. H. Linde. Pathologist, Dr. O.V. Opheim, Starbuck, Minnesota. A baby boy came to gladden… Read More

Tribune has new publisher Jan. 21, 1965 –The Glenwood High School production won first place in the district one-act play contest. Roger Bruhn was also named top actor; Janis Hustad was selected as best supporting actress. Others in the cast included Ruth Halverson, Ruth McIver, Gregg Cross, Lynn Rambeck, Lary Thorson and Norman Wegener. Directing the… Read More

Probate office was very busy From the Pope County Tribune, Thursday, Jan. 8, 1925 One of the busy offices at the courthouse this year has been the Probate office. One of the last office lights to go out has been the lights of the probate office. It is found from the records of the Probate court… Read More

Schedule disruptions expected for several groups and events The schedule for a series of extensive renovations of the Central Square building, funded by State Bond approval, has been finalized for 2025. While the building will remain open to the public for many uses, navigating the building will be subject to change depending on which areas… Read More