June 2024
VanBinsbergen files candidacy for State Representative
Lifelong resident, father of three, active community volunteer and conservative Republican businessman Scott Van Binsbergen today officially filed for the office of State Representative in District 16A.
Area Church Schedules
Assembly of God, ClarkfieldSUNDAY: Sunday School 9 a.m.; Worship 10 a.m.; Evening 7 p.m.Wednesday: Teens 5 p.m.; Young Explorers 6:30 p.m.Augustana Lutheran Church, ClarkfieldSunday Worship 10 a.m.Bergen Lutheran Church, Granite FallsSunday Worship 11 am.
Montevideo boys tennis team is Section 3A Champions
From Staff ReportsThe Montevideo Boys Tennis Team is the Section 3A Champions after last week’s championship in Redwood Falls and are now headed to State for the first time in a number of years.Like all spring sports, fighting spring weather is a challenge.
MHS Class of 2024 graduates
Last week, the Montevideo High School Class of 2024 celebrated their final days of High School with a breakfast gathering.
Epema recognized for 18 years coaching
Photo by Morgan ReidingerAt the Montevideo Invitational Last week, Montevideo Baseball Coach Tim Epema was recognized for his commitment and dedication to the baseball program with a custom baseball and bat flag.
Montevideo Memorial Day Program held
On Monday, the Montevideo Memorial Day Program was held at Sunset Memorial Cemetery featuring the Advancement of Colors, a performance by the Montevideo HS Band of the “Star Spangled Banner”, the Invocation given by Craig Knutson, Chaplain, American Legion Post 59.
Guess Who?
Each week, the Montevideo American News will share a photograph from our archives for you to “guess who”.
Upcoming Events
Thursday, May 30th: Free musical entertainment by The Rough & Tumble from New Hampshire at Java River.
DNR cautions lake and river property owners about improper use of hydraulic jets
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources frequently receives questions about devices that generate water current to blast muck and aquatic plants away.
Minnesota DNR casts around for favorite fish recipes
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is inviting anglers to share their favorite Minnesota fish recipes through the Wild Minnesota Recipe Exchange (mndnr.gov/recipe).People can submit recipes through June 30 for the chance to be featured on DNR website and social media platforms.“The recipe exchange is a fun way to inspire and be inspired when it comes to delicious recipes for fish caught in Minnesota,” said Cara Hanson, DNR marketing coordinator.