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Townies to close, city operations to pursue other options

It’s the end of an era at Soldiers Field Memorial Golf Course, as Townies has announced they will be closing by the end of the year.

Rochester, MN · 2d

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Albert Lea may give $450K in aid to expand Pro Manufacturing

ALBERT LEA, Minn. — The Albert Lea City Council will hold a public hearing and vote Monday on financial assistance for D & S Holdings to expand Pro Manufacturing on 209th Street, a service road off East Main Street. The company offers manufacturing, coating and delivering of steel products....

Albert Lea, MN · 16h
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Retirees Say This Charming Minnesota Town Is So Cheap That Social Security Is All You Need

There’s a town in southern Minnesota where the cost of living is so reasonable that retirees actually laugh when they check their bank accounts, and not in the sad way. Austin, Minnesota has been quietly doing everything right while the rest of the country has been busy making housing unaffordable and grocery bills terrifying.

Austin, MN · 1d
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Faribault County Register

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Public notices for the week of November 8, 2026

The Township Board of Rome Township will be holding a special meeting for the purpose of discussing the proposed route for a power line through Rome Township and the adjoining townships in Faribault County, Minnesota. The Township Board is holding the meeting to solicit and receive public input for the Township’s position relative to the proposed power line route.

Faribault County, MN · 1d

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DNR fines RV painting facilities in Forest City, Charles CIty

DES MOINES — Custom RV painting facilities in Forest City and Charles City have been ordered by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources to pay $10,000 administrative penalties due to failing to abide by multiple air quality requirements. The DNR says in recently issued administrative consent orders that CDI...

Forest City, IA · 2d

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Mason City council starts process of establishing charges for recycling violations, damage to garbage carts

MASON CITY — The City Council in Mason City this week passed on first reading changes in city code to establish applicable administrative fees and charges for recycling violations or damage to city-issued carts as part of the new Cart Smart garbage and recycling program. One of the ongoing...

Mason City, IA · 2d

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Forest City Acquires New Properties

A special meeting of the Forest City Council recently took place over acquiring new property for city use according to Forest City Administrator Tony Mikes. The properties is next to property currently owned by the city. The purchased property will become a vital function for the city and its vehicles...

Forest City, IA · 2d

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Lake Mills Addresses Speeding Issue

The Lake Mills City Council was made aware of an issue involving 3rd Street in Lake Mills. According to City Clerk Paula Hanson, the problem is concerning officials. Hanson stated that the city is trying to address this problem and the dangers along with it. Other measures are being taken...

Lake Mills, IA · 3d

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New Meters in Charles City Saving Residents Water and Money

With the City’s partnership with HydroCorp, there have been 514 new readers that have been installed in Charles City as of Wednesday (Nov. 3). A City of Charles City social media post says, “With these new readers, the system check has caught 39 active leaks. Small leaks may not seem like a big problem initially, but can waste thousands of gallons of water over time and be very costly on your monthly utility bill.”

Charles City, IA · 1d

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Garner Looks to Next Summers Aquatic Center Issues

The Garner City Council is facing a growing problem found in many area cities with aquatic centers. The ability to recruit and hire lifeguards. Certification and operation of a aquatic center requires a specific number to be on duty at all times. In Garner, Mayor Tim Schmidt agrees that the challenge is present.

Garner, IA · 2d

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Sheffield Council to review Maple Street traffic concerns Monday

The Sheffield City Council will revisit traffic concerns along Maple Street and consider bids for the sale of city-owned property at 112 Gilman Street during its meeting Monday. The Maple Street discussion follows an earlier decision to have Police Chief Andrew O’Connor patrol the area and evaluate traffic conditions near...

Sheffield, IA · 1d

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Hwy. 14 in Rochester to Close in Both Directions Starting Monday, Nov. 9

Heads up, Rochester: Hwy. 14 closes both ways between South Broadway Ave. and 3rd Ave. SE at 5 a.m. Monday, Nov. 9, for a railroad crossing swap.

Rochester, MN · 1d

KAAL ABC 6 NEWS Minnesota Iowa

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Joe Powers discusses his vision as Rochester mayor

(ABC 6 News) – A new face is taking over Rochester’s top office with Kim Norton leaving after eight years. Joe Powers defeated Dr. Jess Garcia in a close race Tuesday night and plans to hit the ground running — so what is he hoping to focus on first? “Affordable housing, first and foremost. I […]

Rochester, MN · 4d

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Rochester Mayor Kim Norton Joins Klobuchar Transition Team

Rochester Mayor Kim Norton has been chosen to serve on Governor-elect Klobuchar's transition team.

Rochester, MN · 3d

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Rochester Woman Loses Appeal of Drug Conviction

The Minnesota Court of Appeals has shot down an appeal filed by a Rochester woman now serving a prison sentence for a drug conviction.

Rochester, MN · 1d

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City of Rochester Announces Reopening Timeline for 2nd St. SW

Good news for downtown commuters: parts of 2nd St. SW reopen late November into early December, with single lanes back in each direction.

Rochester, MN · 2d

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MN 1st Congressional District race: Narrow margin won’t automatically trigger a recount

Democrat Jake Johnson declared victory, leading incumbent Republican Rep. Brad Finstad by 323 votes, or 0.1%, in Minnesota's 1st Congressional District. Minnesota does not automatically order recounts, but because the margin is less than 0.25%, Finstad can ask for a taxpayer-funded recount. The Secretary of State's Office said no recount...

Minnesota · 3d

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Townies to close Soldiers Field location as city recommends new concessionaire

ROCHESTER, Minn. (KIMT) — A Rochester restaurant that has served customers at Soldiers Field Memorial Park for more than five years says it will close its doors by the end of the year. The announcement comes as the city recommends a new concessionaire for the park’s golf course clubhouse.

Rochester, MN · 2d

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In a deadlocked race, one SE Minnesota city’s council election could be decided by a coin flip

(ABC 6 News) — Pine Island could soon be turning to a coin flip to decide who gets the final seat on its city council after two candidates tied in Tuesday’s election. Incumbent Delana Weis and challenger Dominick Pahl each received 711 votes. Tosca Wohl secured the other open council seat with 809 votes, but […]

Pine Island, MN · 3d

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MN Christmas Market Hits 11 Years With Three Stops in St. Paul, Cottage Grove, Red Wing

The MN Christmas Market is marking its 11th year with three holiday pop-up events across the state this November and December, bringing together local makers, artisans and small brands for a trio of $1 markets in St. Paul, Cottage Grove and Red Wing. The first stop lands Saturday, November 21, at Union Depot in St. Paul, running from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with $1 cash or Venmo entry.

Red Wing, MN · 3d