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A message from Jackson County Central district

JACKSON — Dr. Mike Neubeck, superintendent of Jackson County Central Schools, released this statement Nov. 4. Today is a great day for Jackson County Central Schools! We are excited and grateful to announce that our JCC Operating Referendum has passed! With 53.12% voting yes, our communities have demonstrated their commitment to our students, our schools, and the future of JCC!

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PROCEEDINGS OF THE COUNTY BOARD OF JACKSON COUNTY, MINNESOTA

This document constitutes a summary of the proceedings of the Jackson County Board of Commissioners’ October 20, 2026 meeting. The full text of these proceedings is available for public inspection during regular business hours at the Office of the County Administrator, Jackson County Government Center, 405 Fifth Street, Building 3, in the City of Jackson, Minnesota.

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Planning Underway on Recreational Trail from Jackson to Fairmont

(Jackson, MN)--Plans are being developed for a recreational trail from Jackson to Fairmont. Minnesota. Luke Ewald with the Jackson County Trails committee says they were awarded a planning grant earlier this year from the Minnesota Department of Transportation. Ewald says work on the plan should be completed in the next month or two.

Fairmont, MN · 2d
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‘Superhero’ teen who came to farmer’s rescue now a college senior and still helping with harvest

Editor's note: This story originally aired on November 7, 2022. Four years later, Abi Reetz, the former town kid, remains a farmer through-and-through. She's now a senior at South Dakota State University majoring in agricultural science, with minors in ag business and marketing, and animal science. Despite her heavy course...

Wilmont, MN · 3d
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City of Okoboji Considering Moratorium on Condo Storage Units

(KUOO) — Condominium storage units are causing a stir in the city of Okoboji. The city council Tuesday evening voted down a recommendation from the city’s Design Review Committee to approve design plans for such units on two different parcels of land. Contractors on the project questioned the council as to why they rejected the Design Review Committee’s recommendation.

Okoboji, IA · 1d

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I Saw It In The Standard

Thos. Madden accidentally dropped a huge chunk of coal on his foot and consequently is laid up and wants to hire someone to pick corn for him. Mr. and Mrs. M.G. Fetcho and three daughters welcomed a 10½ pound boy, born October 26. Mr. Schandell, employed with the Land...

Lakefield, MN · 1d

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H-BC, JCC to play in state quarterfinal football games Thursday

The Hills-Beaver Creek and Jackson County Central football teams will each play state tournament quarterfinal games Thursday night as both aim to repeat as state champions. The unbeaten Patriots, who knocked off Edgerton 38-28 last Friday to again win the Section 3 9-man title, are top-ranked in the state and unbeaten this fall at 10-0. Their opponent Thursday will be Section 1 champ Spring Grove, which has a record of 8-3 in 2026.

Jackson, MN · 2d

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Indian Motorcycle Continues Restructuring After Polaris Split

Indian Motorcycle announced the next phase of its strategic transition to a free-standing company, strengthening its manufacturing capabilities in Spirit Lake, Iowa, adding dedicated business functions and restructuring its organization to support long-term profitability and growth. The changes include adding manufacturing jobs to support recently expanded capabilities at the Spirit...

Spirit Lake, IA · 2d

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Clay County Conservation Board Seeks Public Input on Kindlespire Master Plan

Spencer, IA (northwestiowanow) — Residents are being encouraged to help shape the future of the Kindlespire Complex through a new master planning effort. The Clay County Conservation Board and the Oneota Conservation Foundation are developing a long-range vision for the approximately 300-acre Kindlespire Park and the broader 1,000-plus-acre conservation complex along the Little Sioux River.

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Estherville Chamber Hosts Annual Awards Banquet

(Estherville)—The annual banquet and awards ceremony of the Estherville Area Chamber of Commerce, Excel Estherville and Estherville Area Growth Partnership was held Tuesday night at the Estherville Elks Lodge. The evening was highlighted by the presentation of the 2026 Chamber awards including two lifetime achievement awards. One of the awards was presented to Steve Danielson whose business, Steve’s Sales and Service, celebrated 50 years in business earlier this year. Danielson is the longtime director of the NW Iowa Concert Band and has volunteered for many activities in the community.

Estherville, IA · 2d

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World renowned pianist Charlie Albright to perform in Worthington

A small town in the Midwest doesn’t often get a chance to play host to world renowned musicians. But Worthington, MN, will not only have one concert featuring pianist Charlie Albright, but the event space will feature two back-to-back performances. The Memorial Auditorium Performing Arts Center will play host...

Worthington, MN · 1d

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NW Iowa RSVP Seeking Volunteers for Pen Pal Program

(Estherville)--Northwest Iowa RSVP is looking for volunteers in Clay, Dickinson, Emmet, Kossuth and Palo Alto Counties to participate in Pen Pal programs with local elementary students during the spring of 2027. Megan Spurgin is the RSVP Director for Emmet County. This is the 40th year for the Pen Pal program....

Emmet County, IA · 2d

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City council OKs plan for new mechanical permit fees

The Worthington City Council on Monday approved a resolution establishing and amending mechanical permit fees in the community. Worthington Director of Community Development Matt Selof explained that the city does not currently charge mechanical permit fees for residential projects, with only the $1 state surcharge fee collected. Commercial mechanical permit fees are based on the valuation of the project.

Worthington, MN · 1d

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Measles Cases Continue to Rise Across Minnesota

(Martin County) Martin County health officials are encouraging residents to check their vaccination status as measles cases continue to rise across Minnesota. The state has reported 80 measles cases, its highest total in 36 years, including an outbreak of 63 cases in Fillmore and Todd counties since mid-September. No cases have been reported in Martin County or surrounding counties. The M-M-R vaccination rate in Martin County currently stands at 75 percent, well below the 95 percent rate health officials would like to see. Officials say flu, COVID and R-S-V activity is beginning to increase as respiratory illness season gets underway. People are being encouraged to talk with their medical providers about vaccinations, particularly those who may have missed a recommended dose. Faribault-Martin County Public Health offers vaccination services, including assistance for people who are uninsured or underinsured.

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