Published by fxstandardnews on Tue, 01/23/2024 - 8:00am
In 2016 legislation was passed creating a presidential nomination primary. Has the state had a presidential primary before? Yes, in 1916, 1952, 1956, 1992, and 2020. The March 5, 2024 presidential nomination primary date places the state in the middle of Super Tuesday, when voters from 15 states and territories cast their ballots.
Published by fxstandardnews on Tue, 01/23/2024 - 8:00am
By Renee Wurzer, Staff Writer, Renville County Register
The emerald ash borer is a pest well-established in New Ulm and Hutchinson, and this past summer made its way to Marshall. There are now 46 counties in Minnesota with known infestations according to the Minnesota Dept. of Agriculture website mda.state.mn.us/eab and MDA has enacted a quarantine limiting the movement of firewood and ash material into Minnesota as well as out of infested counties.
Published by fxstandardnews on Tue, 01/16/2024 - 9:49am
Drawdown will address issues with common carp, degraded habitat and water quality
Area fisheries managers with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will begin the drawdown process on Sibley County’s Clear Lake this spring. The temporary lowering of water levels on this 505-acre lake is taking place to improve fish and wildlife habitat as well as water quality.
Published by fxstandardnews on Tue, 01/16/2024 - 9:48am
By Denise Bonsack, Publisher
Even though it feels like the winter just started, it’s already time for Gibbon’s 13th Annual Winterfest Celebration! This fun-filled weekend runs January 18th through the 21st and everyone is welcome to come and join in!
Published by fxstandardnews on Tue, 01/09/2024 - 8:00am
By Denise Bonsack, Publisher
The Franklin City Council met for their final meeting of 2023 on December 13 at 7:00 pm.
Following the approval of the agenda, Mayor Gruendemann opened the truth in taxation public hearing. No guests were present, no comments were made or questions raised, and the public hearing was closed
Published by fxstandardnews on Tue, 01/09/2024 - 8:00am
By Denise Bonsack, Publisher
The Fairfax Civic & Commerce Association invites you to join them for a special evening of good food, music, door prizes and great company at the annual C&C Banquet.
This year’s banquet is scheduled for Saturday, January 27th at Squirrels Bar & Grill. Social hour begins at 6:00 and dinner will be served at 6:30.