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South Washington County Schools Director of Business Services Kris Blackburn presented on the proposed levy increase, set at 1.4 percent Sept. 24. The levy awaits finalization in December.

South Washington County Schools proposes $135.7 million tax levy for 2027

By Joseph Back South Washington County Schools set its preliminary property tax levy at $135.7 million for taxes payable in 2027 at its Sept. 24 board meeting. The proposed levy represents an …

Longtime Hastings sports figure charged with 13 felonies

Derrick Lee Pfeffer, a former Hastings athlete with decades of connections to the local baseball community, is facing 13 felony charges in Washington County involving allegations of sexual conduct …
Electric bikes, mopeds, e-scooters and motorcycles may look similar, but Minnesota rules differ depending on the type of vehicle, the rider’s age and where it is operated. The “Know your ride” graphic highlights some of the basic differences riders and parents should understand.

Hastings police, county sheriff and state senator focus on e-bike safety

Hastings police, county sheriff and state senator focus on e-bike safety By Bruce Karnick and Nicole DePalma Electric bikes and other electric-powered transportation devices have become a familiar …

Bekki Kammeyer named administrator for Hastings Veterans Home and Domiciliary Program

Bekki Kammeyer has been named the new administrator for the Minnesota Veterans Homes in Hastings and the Domiciliary Program based at the Hastings and Minneapolis Veterans Homes, bringing more than …
Eight-year-old Georgia Jones, of Ellsworth, was crowned MAC Victory Sweetheart at the Miss American Coed National Pageant in Orlando. She also won five Optional National titles.

Ellsworth’s Georgia Jones wins national pageant titles

Eight-year-old Georgia Jones of Ellsworth recently traveled to Orlando, Fla., to compete in the Miss American Coed National Pageant, where she proudly represented Miss Great Lakes Sweetheart. …

Woodworking Again: The thrashing adventure, Part II

Last week I recorded my family’s preparations to revert to an old-fashioned way of harvesting oats, a real adventure for me and a pain in the neck for my dad back in 1943 when gas was rationed and …
There was an opportunity to shoot a few baskets.

Owen-Withee FFA Alumni & Supporters host record-setting breakfast at Black River Orchard

The Owen-Withee FFA Alumni & Supporters brought friends, families, and community members together for breakfast at Black River Orchard on September 12, serving more than 800 guests during the …

Polish heritage on display Sunday

Local history was on display Sunday, Sept. 20, as the Stanley Area Historical Society (SAHS) hosted a Polish Heritage Celebration. Doors opened for the celebration at 11:00 a.m., with concertina …
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Iowa lawmakers approve bill allowing $1.4B in tax incentives for steel mill project

Iowa lawmakers sent Gov. Kim Reynolds a bill Friday changing a state’s economic development program that could provide nearly $1.4 billion in tax incentives for a $15 billion steel mill project planned in southeast Iowa. Lawmakers called it the largest economic development deal in the state’s history. The Iowa House approved House File 2801 in […]

Pinal supervisors escalate feud with county attorney Brad Miller, seek bar investigation

The Pinal County Board of Supervisors unanimously voted to file a bar complaint against Pinal County Attorney Brad Miller, the latest development in a tumultuous year of legal disputes over everything from hiring practices to taking on federal immigration enforcement responsibilities.  During a special session on Friday, supervisors voted 5-0 to authorize its outside attorneys […]

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(BPT) - You spend a lot of time, effort and hard-earned money building a wardrobe you love. Whether you're dressing for the workweek, heading out for a special occasion or simply trying to keep your …

What leaders actually need from AI in HR technology

Paylocity reports that leaders seek AI in HR to prevent payroll issues, enhance workforce visibility, improve usability, and ensure data security.

Anxiety is growing Trump may try to disrupt the midterm elections. States are prepping.

President Donald Trump gestures as he exits the stage during a midterm election rally at the Choctaw Event Center on Oct. 1, 2026, in Durant, Oklahoma. (Photo by Jessica Tobias/For Oklahoma Voice)

Tom Brady's aviation habits after his retirement from pro football

Jettly reports Tom Brady's career transition to sports commentator involves high earnings and private jet usage, likely optimizing asset access due to cost inefficiencies.