Beyond Reason: Steal the show…
I want to formally go on record declaring my commitment to the foundational principles of civilization. Chief among them is the notion of private property. From an early age, we are taught to distinguish between mine and yours—meum and tuum. This delineation is not merely practical; it is moral. It forms the basis for trust and the social contract itself. To transgress this boundary—to steal—is a violation of that contract. Put simply, stealing is wrong.
Opportunities available to hunt elk in Minnesota
Hunters have through Thursday, July 3, to apply for one of four elk licenses offered this year by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.
Upcoming Events
Wednesday, June 25th:.Praise on the Stage - a Community Sing at Java River’s outdoor stage 5:30-7:30 p.m. with singing of familiar hymns, praise and camp songs. Food and beverage for purchase from Java River.
Southeast Technical College President’s List – Spring 2025
The following Southeast Technical College students were recognized on the President’s List for academic achievement during the spring 2025 semester. To be named to the President’s List, students must be seeking a degree and have a semester GPA of 3.5 or higher.
Southeast Technical College congratulates the Class of 2025
Southeast Technical College congratulates its students completing their AAS, diploma and certificates at the end of the Spring 2025 semester. A commencement ceremony was held May 9 at the Sioux Falls Arena. Area students include:
M State announces spring 2025 academic honors
Minnesota State Community and Technical College has named 585 students to its President’s List and 622 students to its Dean’s List for the spring 2025 semester.
Civil War Veterans honored in local ceremonies
A Civil War remembrance project that spans the entire state of Minnesota will make several stops in the local area soon, as the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War (SUVCW) prepare to honor the final known Union Veterans buried in Yellow Medicine, Chippewa, Lincoln, and Lyon Counties.
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 message by email to jstolen-jacobson@cherryroad.com or message our Facebook page. We will publish the answers the next week.
Manufactured Homebuilder Cavco Industries Rebrands Montevideo Location
Friendship Homes, a Cavco Industries company, is now operating as Cavco-Montevideo. Located at 815 Budd Rd. in Montevideo, Cavco-Montevideo is among 31 Cavco-owned manufacturers and builders of high-quality, affordable manufactured homes who have adopted the company’s national brand name.
From the Editor’s Desk
Last week, the first edition under the new format arrived on news stands and in mailboxes. As we work through the process of learning the new ropes, there are still a few things that we’re figuring out. So it may be that for one week, something that regularly is a part of our weekly newspaper won’t necessarily be included, as we become more accustomed to the placement and workings of the new design.