There are times when you don’t appreciate something until you have a chance to reflect back on it. I feel that way about growing up on a farm. At the time, I didn’t realize I would be learning things that would someday be useful. A farmer is not just someone who tills the land and tends to animals. They must develop a wide range of talents to succeed. Probably the most valuable skill is problem solving.

The 2026-27 school year has arrived! Personally, I love summer, but I always look forward to the energy, excitement, and enthusiasm of a new school year. Preparing for a successful school year begins long before the prior school year ends. Additionally, many employees work throughout the summer to make sure our buildings, educational materials, technology and curriculum are ready for learning.

Kasson resident Michael Sinner attended the Aug. 25 meeting of the Dodge County Board of Commissioners with questions regarding the upcoming general election on Nov. 3.
He, along with 28 citizens from Kasson, West Concord, Hayfield, Dodge Center, Mantorville, and Pine Island signed a request for public comment with their questions about election integrity.

Minnesota just changed what it means to be a kid. Or how young Minnesotan children can be and still be charged with a crime that is.

The Dodge County election series is back. As voters get ready to vote on crucial local races the DCI will be asking candidates for local, county, school district, and state house seats a question each week leading up to the Nov. 3 election. The goal of the series is for voters to understand where candidates stand on various issues. School board candidates and municipal candidates will answer questions on opposite weeks to accommodate space.

The Dodge County election series is back. As voters get ready to vote on crucial local races the DCI will be asking candidates for local, county, school district, and state house seats a question each week leading up to the Nov. 3 election. The goal of the series is for voters to understand where candidates stand on various issues.