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American Legion National Commander to speak in Granite Falls on March 28
American Legion National Commander James A. LaCoursiere Jr. of Connecticut is coming to Granite Falls and will speak on issues of importance to Minnesota veterans. LaCoursiere is strongly committed to raising awareness for The American Legion’s “Be the One” efforts to prevent veteran suicide.
Minnesota DNR to begin capturing and collaring elk for research project in northwest Minnesota
Research biologists from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and University of Minnesota-Twin Cities will begin capturing and collaring elk for an in-depth elk research project in northwest Minnesota beginning early March 2025.
Minnesota DNR proposes bear permit area boundary revisions
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is recommending changes to several bear permit area boundaries based on input from wildlife managers and Tribal requests, as well as an effort to align boundaries with consistent landscapes such as the edges between forested and agricultural lands, and reduce agricultural conflicts.
Montevideo choir students attend state choir
Last weekend, the Montevideo Schools Choir Program was well represented at State Honor Choirs. Semisi Paongo, senior, sang into the All-State mixed choir. Brittney Quintanilla and Patrick Baukol, both sophomores, sang in the 9-10th grade ACDA State Honor Choirs.
Montevideo FFA plans pancake feed
The Montevideo Future Farmers of America (FFA) group has been preparing for National FFA Week, February 15th through the 22nd. The week is celebrated throughout the nation each year with FFA Chapters using the time to share what FFA is and what impact the organization has on its members.
Gold Dusters compete at state championship
The Montevideo Gold Dusters dance team traveled to the State Class A Jazz and High Kick dance finals at the Target Center over the last weekend.
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Minnesota State Mankato dean’s list
The Academic High Honor and Honor lists (Dean’s lists) for the past fall semester at Minnesota State University, Mankato have been announced by Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs David Hood.
Ask a Trooper: Revoked drivers license…
Question: In your last article you wrote about suspended drivers licenses. I know a person who had theirs revoked. Can you explain how this happens?
Strategic Farming: Let’s talk crops! focused on navigating the corn maize
Navigating the corn maize of input costs, marketing plans and resources is challenging. Start with hybrid selection, encourages Dr. Jeff Coulter, University of Minnesota Extension corn agronomist. Find hybrid trial data from many sources that are tested in conditions like yours. Focus on the top 20% of performers. If performance is consistent, it’s likely those hybrids will perform well next year, too.