September 2023

Drought conditions worsen

Minnesota saw its drought conditions worsen over the past week. The U.S. Drought Monitor indicated that all of the categories of drought expanded and are… Login to continue reading Login…

From the Editor’s Desk

Last week, I attended a social event where I ran into my old school bus driver. Having known me for a number of years, obviously,… Login to continue reading Login…

Annual Horse Power event held at Swensson Farm

Chippewa County Historical Society’s annual Horse Power event was held with a rainy start Saturday morning at Swensson Farm. The rain didn’t keep the crowd… Login to continue reading Login…

From the Editor’s Desk

Monday holidays always throw me off. In my world, a Monday holiday means not only early deadlines for design and print, but also a mass… Login to continue reading Login…

Thunder Hawks take victory in season opener

The Montevideo Thunder Hawks football team took on Paynesvile at home for their home opener last Friday for a 37-28 win. Leaders in the game… Login to continue reading Login…

Montevideo tennis defeats YME

The Montevideo girls tennis team took on Yellow Medicine East at home last Tuesday for a 6-1 victory. Scoring from that match follows: Singles: (1)… Login to continue reading Login…

Chippewa County Courts

MN State Patrol – Marshall Walker, Justice Brabham, Willmar; Offense date 7/28/23 Fail to Change Address/Name within (30 Days) (Misdemeanor); Plea 8/27/23 Guilty; Disposition 8/27/23… Login to continue reading Login…

Guess Who?

Each week, the Montevideo American News will share a photograph from our archives for you to “guess who”. To submit your guesses, send us a… Login to continue reading Login…

Live Well, Age Wisely: Vim! Vigor! Vitality!

I was invited to do a presentation and when asked about the interests of the audience, “fears of becoming disconnected, losing a step, and growing… Login to continue reading Login…