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Franklin Council hears update on proposed assisted living facility

Published by fxstandardnews on Tue, 03/16/2021 - 8:00am

The Franklin City Council met for their regular meeting on Monday, March 8.

Fairfax Council makes another adjustment to natural gas billing

Published by fxstandardnews on Tue, 03/16/2021 - 8:00am

By Denise Bonsack, Publisher

The Fairfax City Council met for their regular meeting on Tuesday, March 9.

Renville County HRA/EDA accepting Business Innovation Grant applications

Published by fxstandardnews on Tue, 03/09/2021 - 8:00am

The Renville County HRA/EDA is accepting applications for the Business Innovation Grant program until April 1, 2021. The Business Innovation Grant Program was designed to assist businesses in Renville County with business development and growth opportunities.

The maximum grant amount is $3,000 and a minimum 1:1 contribution match from the business or other funds is required. The project must have the potential to create or retain jobs or be intended to increase the revenues of local businesses.

Poppy Poster Program

Published by fxstandardnews on Tue, 03/09/2021 - 8:00am

The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 205 of Fairfax will be sponsoring a Poppy Poster contest again this year. This will be open to ALL 5th graders living in the GFW school district. Included will be students at GFW Public, Prairie Lutheran School, home schooled and those transported to other schools but living in the GFW school district.

Gibbon City Council welcomes new part-time officer

Published by fxstandardnews on Tue, 03/09/2021 - 8:00am

By Johanna Jutz

The Gibbon City Council met for their regular meeting on Tuesday, March 2.

 A hearing was held regarding Ordinance 162 and a potential increase in the number of liquor licenses allowed in the city. There were no comments from those in attendance and the hearing was closed. Later in the meeting, the changes to the ordinance were approved. The Council is not required to issue all licenses available. 

Morgan City Council discusses natural gas rates

Published by fxstandardnews on Tue, 03/09/2021 - 8:00am

By Denise Bonsack, Publisher

The Morgan City Council met for their regular meeting on Wednesday, March 3.

Once the agenda and minutes were approved, the group moved on to New Business.

RCHS making plans for a special wedding exhibit

Published by fxstandardnews on Tue, 03/02/2021 - 8:00am

In 2021 the Renville County Historical Society plans on doing a special wedding exhibit. If you or anyone in your family were married in Renville County please submit a photograph, a copy of the wedding invitation, and a clipping of the wedding announcement from the newspaper with the bride and groom information including the date and location of the marriage.

Lady Cougars bound past Trojans

Published by fxstandardnews on Tue, 03/02/2021 - 8:00am

By Denise Bonsack, Publisher

The Cedar Mountain girls’ varsity basketball team hosted the Trojans of Immanuel Lutheran on Monday, February 22 in Morgan.

Cedar Mountain’s Bella Harmoning put the first points of the game on the board, giving the Cougars a 2-0 lead. 

Expanding Opportunities while “Righting the Ship”

Published by fxstandardnews on Tue, 03/02/2021 - 8:00am

By Jeff Horton, Superintendent

It’s hard to believe, but time is moving quickly, and the end of the school year will be here before you know it. We are very proud of what our dedicated staff, hardworking students, and passionate parents have been able to accomplish this year while facing many challenges. We are now looking forward to the next school year and finding efficiencies that will not only help our budget but expand opportunities for students.

Meet the Gibbon Royalty Candidates

Published by fxstandardnews on Tue, 03/02/2021 - 8:00am

Five young ladies from Gibbon will go through the arduous judging and selection process to becoming the next Gibbon Royalty. The two selected will represent Gibbon across the region and the state as they attend various events across the region over the course of the next year.

The 2021 Gibbon Royalty Coronation will be held  Saturday, March 6 at 7:00 p.m. Due to COVID precautions, the event will be private this year.

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