There are 4,000 AM radio stations across the country — and over 300 of those stations are right here in Minnesota. Listeners turn to AM radio for everything from high school scores to crop reports to news and weather. In fact, during a weather emergency like a wildfire or a tornado, AM radio can serve as a lifeline, sharing critical and sometimes lifesaving information.

For those of us who have lived in the Upper Midwest all our lives, we know how fleeting summer can be. This period of warmth seems so limited compared to the long winter months. So, it is natural that we try to cram so much into this precious time as possible.

The new school year is upon us. Byron students started classes this week and students in Hayfield, Kasson-Mantorville, and Triton return next week.
While a new school year is always a time of “firsts” for students and parents, this year marks a number of “firsts” for school districts, courtesy of the 2023 Minnesota legislative session.

No matter what line of work you are in, chances are that when you look for professional development opportunities, you often have to travel to the Twin Cities area or even out of state to advance your education. It may also be the case that you end up paying quite a bit for these opportunities — especially once you consider the cost of travel and overnight stays.

Dear Community:
This letter is to inform any gardeners to be aware of human beings entering and stealing produce completely. We “rent” a large garden in the community of Dodge Center. This does “not” mean we raise for the community. It’s work that has healthy benefits, including sharing with others.