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Learn About Stopping the Spread of Invasive Species at Upcoming Webinar

Join the Cannon River Watershed Joint Powers Organization as they host the first session of the virtual learning series Land to Lake Lectures. Invasive species can quickly take over natural areas, …

K-W Noble Knights of the Week for 9-25-26

Front Row: Violet Greseth KG Mrs. Cheryl Dahl Oliver Strand KG Mrs. Mandi Kyllo-Lunde Brooks Falenschek Gr. 1 Mrs. Katie Benbrooks Addelyn Gearhart Gr. 1 Mr. Tony Donkers Kian Chang …

Rice County Public Health flu shot clinics open to public

Rice County Public Health has scheduled the following public flu vaccination clinics in Rice County. Both trivalent and high dose flu vaccine will be available. Registration for flu vaccine is …

Big Moving Sale

Big Moving sale: Kitchen/household, antiques, collectables, books, old/newer tools, furniture, large dog carrier, miscellaneous. Wed 9/30, 2-7 pm Thur-Sat 10/1-10/3, 9-6 pm 11002 460th St, …
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A year ago, I had an hour to pass waiting for someone at St. Mary’s Hospital. I was looking for something to do while they had a test and took the occasion to walk to the patient and visitor …
Science is a powerful tool. A tool can be used for good, or it can be used improperly, which can result in significant harm. True science is the observation of causes and reactions in a controlled …
The longer I live in the Cities I have become more and more aware of what my husband likes to call the pumpkin spice monsters. A pumpkin spice monster is one who goes crazy for pumpkin spice as soon …

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Obituaries
 Susan Kay Windhorst
Susan Kay Windhorst; 79, of Wanamingo passed away unexpectedly Friday, September 25, 2026, at her home. She was born in Red Wing on April 15, 1947, to Garvin and Helen (Swanson) Broin. She graduated …
Joann Rosemary (Bird) Atkinson
Joann Rosemary (nèe Bird) Atkinson, 89, of Zumbrota, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 27, 2026. She was born on October 15, 1936, in Minneapolis, MN to Robert and Hazel (nèe …
David George Inman
David George Inman, 79, of Kenyon, died on September 18, 2026, at the VA Hospital in Minneapolis. He was born April 2, 1947, in Northfield, the son of Frederick and Kathleen (Sacht) Inman. David …
Joyce Sanford Fredrickson
Joyce Sanford Fredrickson, 95, of Wanamingo, MN, passed away Sunday, September 13, 2026, at Samaritan Bethany in Rochester, MN. He was born on March 7, 1931, in Faribault, MN, to Joseph and …
Raymond “Ray” Howard Sands
Raymond “Ray” Howard Sands, 95, of Kenyon, died on Monday, September 14, 2026, at his home with his daughters by his side. Ray Sands, a lifelong musician, farmer, was born January 9, 1931, on …

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Kenyon-Wanamingo Messenger September 2026 Issue 2

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Retired Kenyon-Wanamingo Activities Director Randy Hockinson (right) was inducted into the Minnesota Region 1A Hall of Fame on September 21 at the Rochester Event Center. Matt Nelson (left), a …
Red Wing– The cost of household necessities in Minnesota has risen faster than inflation for more than 15 years, leaving many households vulnerable to the growing affordability crisis, …
The Rice County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday approved a preliminary 2027 levy and budget with the levy 8% higher than this year, largely due to funding shifts from the state and federal …
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Nerstrand Night Out will take place on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at the Nerstrand Fire Hall. All proceeds benefit the Nerstrand Elementary Charter School. The event begins at 5 PM, with food from …
Chris Olson returns to Dennison in October blending the old with the new in his tribute show, The King & Crooners Show at The Sapphire Event Room. Chris has entertained for many years each fall in …
Nerstrand United Methodist Church will host its annual Fall Festival, Saturday, Oct. 3rd, from 10 am - 1 pm. The event includes the sale of home and holiday decor, bake and produce sale, thrift …
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Former Tosa cop Mensah given $95,000 in PTSD claim
The Wauwatosa Common Council approved a $95,000 settlement on Tuesday night for Joseph Mensah, the former Wauwatosa police officer who killed three people while on duty during his five years on the force. The settlement stemmed from a workers compensation claim for PTSD.  The city said that Mensah filed the claim a few years ago, […]
Thousands of immigrants in Maryland to lose Medicaid coverage under H.R. 1
Treatments for cancer, diabetes and other conditions could be disrupted for up to 4,500 Maryland residents who will no longer qualify for Medicaid under a federal rule that takes effect Thursday that will disqualify people for Medicaid based on immigration status.
AG report details decades of abuse at Fall River, Springfield, Worcester dioceses
The attorney general called for the Legislature to strengthen remedies for survivors of childhood sexual abuse and revealed that she is a survivor of childhood sexual abuse.
California restricts parole for sex offenders after near-release of 2 convicted of molestation
People convicted of serious sex offenses must serve at least 25 years in prison and cannot receive parole until age 65 under a new California. Previously, some could earn parole at 50.
Why creatine deserves a place in your routine
(BPT) - By Lauren Manaker, MS, RDN, LDAs a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist navigating perimenopause, I'm always thinking about how to best support my body and mind as I age. I'm also selective …
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