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Tue, 08/03/2021 - 8:00am

Cedar Mountain School Board projects slight drop in enrollment over next 3 years

By Paul Zaid, Assistant Editor The Cedar Mountain School Board met for their regular meeting July 19. The meeting began with administrative reports. Superintendent Rob Brandl presented the...

Mary Jane’s Studio & Gallery located in Gibbon at 1024 1st Avenue and located in the former Manny’s Drywall business is an artistic mixed-use space designed to bring forms of art and to host events to the community. (Submitted photo)

Tue, 08/03/2021 - 8:00am

Mary Jane’s Studio & Gallery opens in Gibbon

By Paul Zaid, Assistant Editor Mary Jane’s Studio & Gallery is the new incarnation of the former Manny’s Drywall business at 1024 1st Avenue in Gibbon. The reimagined space offers 1,000 square...

Jerry Peichel stands at attention and salutes the flag that flies proudly over the river valley at Peichel’s Hill. (Submitted photo)

Tue, 08/03/2021 - 8:00am

The Art of Giving

By Denise Bonsack, Publisher By Denise Bonsack, Publisher There’s no denying that the area surrounding our small communities is one of the most beautiful areas in the state. Everywhere you look there...

Mon, 07/26/2021 - 1:18pm

Franklin City Council addresses blight structures

By Paul Zaid, Assistant Editor The Franklin City Council met for a regular meeting July 12, 2021, at the Franklin City Hall. Once the minutes from the June 14 meeting were approved along with the...

Mon, 07/26/2021 - 1:17pm

GFW School Board approves bus camera system

By Johanna Jutz The regular GFW School Board meeting was called to order on July 19, 2021. Superintendent Jeff Horton gave his report, starting with an update on Covid-19 guidance. While information...

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The Art of Giving

08/03/2021 - 8:00am
Mary Jane’s Studio & Gallery opens in Gibbon

08/03/2021 - 8:00am
Cedar Mountain School Board projects slight drop in enrollment over next 3 years

08/03/2021 - 8:00am
RAY FERGUSON

08/02/2021 - 11:53am
ANDREW “ANDY” HACKER

08/02/2021 - 11:50am
RICHARD “RICH” TIETZ

08/02/2021 - 11:48am
PEARL ADLIEN JOHNSON

07/27/2021 - 1:21pm
LUCILLE L. HENSEL

07/27/2021 - 10:15am
ROSEMARY MCGRAW

07/27/2021 - 9:35am
Franklin City Council addresses blight structures

07/26/2021 - 1:18pm
GFW School Board approves bus camera system

07/26/2021 - 1:17pm
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Family reunion at the ball park

07/26/2021 - 1:16pm
Franklin Royalty 2021-22

07/26/2021 - 1:07pm
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Fairfax Knights of Columbus do more than just serve the Lord

07/26/2021 - 1:04pm
After more than 32 loyal years, Pierson retires from GFW

07/26/2021 - 1:02pm

News

Jerry Peichel stands at attention and salutes the flag that flies proudly over the river valley at Peichel’s Hill. (Submitted photo)

08/03/2021 - 8:00am

The Art of Giving

By Denise Bonsack, Publisher By Denise Bonsack, Publisher There’s no denying that the area surrounding our small communities is one of the most beautiful areas in the state. Everywhere you look there’s something different to see - from the rich,...

Mary Jane’s Studio & Gallery opens in Gibbon

Cedar Mountain School Board projects slight drop in enrollment over next 3 years

Franklin City Council addresses blight structures

GFW School Board approves bus camera system

Franklin Royalty 2021-22

Schools

Jeff Horton, GFW Schools Superintendent

06/01/2021 - 8:00am

Strengthening our community while supporting our students

GFW Public Schools is committed to community and family engagement By Jeff Horton, Superintendent At GFW Public Schools, we are extremely honored to be trusted with educating and nurturing every student who walks through our doors. Whether you are a...

Cedar Mountain Jr./Sr. High update

GFW Summer Food Program

GFW Updates - Community scholarships for Seniors and expanded transportation opportunities for current and future students

Lafayette Charter School celebrates Charter School Week

GFW Elementary update

Obituaries

08/02/2021 - 11:53am

RAY FERGUSON July 28, 1921-July 23, 2021 Ray Ferguson, age 99, of Danube, MN, died Friday, July 23, 2021 at RenVilla Nursing Home in Renville. A memorial service was be held Wednesday, July 28, 2021, which would have been Ray’s 100th birthday, at St...

ANDREW “ANDY” HACKER

RICHARD “RICH” TIETZ

PEARL ADLIEN JOHNSON

LUCILLE L. HENSEL

ROSEMARY MCGRAW

Sports

Friday evening Marvin Huiras, of New Ulm took the mound to throw out the first pitch before a game between the Fairfax Cardinals and the Leavenworth Orioles. Huiras originally from Fairfax played for the Fairfax High School and for the Fairfax town team.

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Over the past 65 years, the Huiras name has been part of the local baseball scene. Pictured below are Marvin (left), Jackson Huiras (center) and Cody Huiras (right). (Photos by Paul Zaid)

07/26/2021 - 1:16pm

Family reunion at the ball park

GFW Shooters compete in State Skeet competition

Cedar Mountain Trap Team competes at State Trap Meet

GFW athletes represent well at State Track Meet

GFW Top Gunners do well at State Trap Meet

Clobes finishes ninth at State Golf Tournament

Special Sections

Cedar Mountain Graduation Special Section

GFW Graduation Special Section - 2021

Spring Agriculture Special Section - 2021

2021 Spring Sports Review

Photo Galleries

Logan Kopischke of Morgan won the 2021 Franklin Catfish Derby with this 32.92-pound Flathead.

Franklin Catfish Derby 2021 Winners

Movie Night in Franklin

Catfish Derby Days was held in Franklin this past weekend. There were activities and events for everyone, including the parade, softball and volleyball tournaments, a classic car show, games and a medallion hunt for the kids, and food and beverages to enjoy. It was a great weekend! (Submitted photos)

Catfish Derby Days 2021

Jackson (left) and Lane (right) Guggisberg of the Golden Gophers 4-H Club pictured with their sheep.

Golden Gophers 4-Hers compete at the 2021 Redwood County Fair