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Local, state and federal officials dedicated Highway 14, from Dodge Center into Steele County, at a 10 a.m. ceremony last Tuesday on a stretch of the newly sculpted four-lane at Dodge County 3.

Cheering on the KOMETS as they head to state

Southerly winds were whipping up the crowds at Mayo High School’s stadium as Kasson-Mantorville’s KOMETS squared-off against the Byron Bears in a decisive game that would decide the champion of Section 1AAAA.
No, I’m not going to relive the game blow-by- blow, but I’ll try to convey the enthusiasm from the first series of downs until the clinching of the title by the KOMETS.

Is it time to consider more football day games?

Wow! Saturday afternoon was a magnificent day in the Kasson-Mantorville area. For those who were able to witness our K-M KoMets crush the Winona Winhawks, it was one of those days the fans and players will remember until at least Friday.

It’s time for predictions of weather to come

Farmers’ Almanac has been forecasting the nation’s winters for more than 100 years—since 1818 as a matter of fact.
Winter 2021 will be a flip-flop winter, with cold through December, with a mild January, February’s suppose to be relatively storm free, with major snows hitting us in March.

Kids, Here Are 10 Signs Your Parents Might Be Domestic Terrorists

This hilarious piece appeared on The Babylon Bee newsletter. It’s a tongue-in-cheek satire that is worth a look. 
Hey! Are you a kid?
Are you being raised by normal middle-class parents who love you and care for you?

Kasson traffic jam slows traffic when combine loses wheel

Last Thursday was a bit more extraordinary than most days in Kasson or Dodge County for that matter. As people began migrating back to Kasson via Mantorville Ave., a combine lost its left front wheel. Fortunately, the operator of the unit was able to jump the curb (even with a corn head on the combine) and only partially block the south- bound lane. A trailing tractor and trailer was also forced to pull to the curb.

Butler’s receive well-deserved award from Lions Club

Kasson-Mantorville Lions Club is a local service club that puts words into action. It's a club that has had impact on Kasson parks, recreation areas and displaying Old Glory on U.S. holidays. At the September meeting of the KM Lions, a prestigious award was presented to two individuals who made donations to the club.

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