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MPCA proposes changes to feedlot permits to protect waters from nitrate pollution
As part of efforts to reduce nitrate pollution statewide, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) today released proposed changes to two permits that regulate the state’s largest animal feedlots.
Local author/musician to host book release party and sing along
Tom Listul has been involved in the music scene for many years, but in recent years has added “published author” to his list of accomplishments as well.It began when he decided to publish his first book, “Monkey Made Dream”.
City Council discusses well head project
At last week’s meeting of the Montevideo City Council, one of the topics of discussion was the well head project.
Cow efficiency: More pounds, less feed — more profit
All beef and dairy producers, those selling feed to beef and dairy operations, as well as industry professionals are invited to join Minnesota Dairy Initiative and UMN Extension on Monday, July 8, at the Pipestone County Fairgrounds for a free educational event focusing on cow efficiency and forage production.
Local authors event draws a crowd
“Call me an experimental artist.
Dawson’s Robert Ramberg among the 6,500 students graduated
In May, more than 6,500 University of Iowa undergraduate, graduate, and professional students received their degrees, a group that included Robert Ramberg of Dawson, MN.Ramberg was a student in the University College whose academic program of study was Bachelor of Applied Studies.
Students named to Spring 2024 honor rolls
Valley City State University has released its President’s Honor Roll, Dean’s Honor Roll and Honor Roll for spring 2024 semester.The President’s Honor Roll recognizes students who completed 12 semester hours or more of VCSU classes for which grade points are earned with a 4.0 grade point average.Local students making the list are:Clarkfield - Caleb Torke, Dean’s Honor RollDawson - Micah Olson, Presidents Honor Roll; Levi Olson, Dean’s HOnor Roll; Grace Reep, Presidents Honor Roll
Summer Solstice arrives this Thursday
While we have been dealing with storms and plenty of rain, most of the U.S.
Flooding prompts closure of some DNR roads, trails, state forest campgrounds, as well as Fort Snelling State Park
Due to recent heavy rains causing unsafe conditions, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources cautions visitors throughout the state to watch for flooding and damage to roads and trails.
Farm Service Agency seeking nominations for farmers and ranchers to serve on local county committees
Nominations are now being accepted for farmers and ranchers to serve on local U.S.