|
Join family, friends, neighbors, area businesses and non-profits as we celebrate the 3rd Annual Oktoberfest! Last year’s Celebration was a huge success with over 1500 folks converging in downtown …
more
8/22/25
|
|
This spring, farmers from Rice and Steele counties joined forces to better understand the nutrient value of cover crops—specifically cereal rye—on their fields. With support from the …
more
By Alan Kraus, Soil Health Specialist
|
8/22/25
|
|
8/22/25
|
|
Well, it's always good to see new businesses coming into a small town, and Kenyon has just become home to a new vape shop. More than just your common "smoke shop", this store carries all kinds of fun …
more
By Cheri Roshon
|
8/22/25
|
|
Well..... There sure has been a lot of curiosity as to when, where and how the newest Wanamingo Adventure is being played out! Ever since Larry and Joan Grove and Ole Olson purchased the elementary …
more
By Cheri Roshon
|
8/22/25
|
|
The U.S. Breastfeeding Committee announced that the theme for National Breastfeeding Month in 2025 is Forward Together. This theme centers around unity, solidarity and hope, and celebrates the …
more
By Rice County
|
8/22/25
|
|
The construction crew has just pulled off-site, and you are left with an erosion control structure that will help conserve the soil on your land. The earthwork is all smooth, and there is a nice …
more
By Emmie Scheffler, District Technician
|
8/22/25
|
|
ST. PAUL, Minn. (Aug. 20, 2025) — Malorie Thorson (Thor-son), a 20-year-old college student from Waverly, representing Wright County, was crowned the 72nd Princess Kay of the Milky Way in an …
more
8/21/25
|
|
When Mark Schoenfelder was asked to consider a nominee for the Department of Transportation’s Partnership Award, Rice County immediately came to mind.
“Rice County is a strong transportation …
more
By Rice County
|
8/20/25
|
|
Getting children vaccinated according to the recommended immunization schedule is one of the most important things parents can do to help protect their child’s health. Vaccines protect against …
more
By Rice County
|
8/18/25
|
|
While longer term studies and research Is needed the following updates have or will be completed soon:
• Larger sized stop signs to be installed on CR 9 for enhanced visibility. Also installing …
more
Courtesy of Nerstrand Fire & Rescue
|
8/11/25
|
|
When you think of a Country Club, your mind goes to golf, right? Well, I'm here to tell you, the Kenyon Country Club is golf and a whole lot more! Located on Highway 56 North as you are heading out …
more
By Cheri Roshon
|
8/8/25
|
|
This spring, farmers from Rice and Steele counties joined forces to better understand the nutrient value of cover crops—specifically cereal rye—on their fields. With support from the …
more
By Alan Kraus, Soil Health Specialist
|
8/6/25
|
|
This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through grants from the Minnesota State Arts Board thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund. The …
more
8/1/25
|
|
The Friends of the Goodhue County Fair organization launched a fundraising effort in 2017 and officially became a non-profit in 2018. Their mission is to improve livestock exhibition and housing …
more
By Beth Brekke
|
8/1/25
|
|
Let’s take a moment to chat about outdoor warning sirens. Notice we didn’t call them tornado sirens? Because that’s not what they are. Outdoor warning sirens are a tool used by …
more
By DUSTY DIENST, JOE JOHNSON & JEFF SCHROEPFER
|
7/30/25
|
|
We want to share an important update regarding the intersection of Minnesota Highway 56 and Goodhue County Road 9—a location where we’ve recently responded to multiple serious …
more
By Nerstrand Fire & Rescue Chief Johnson
|
7/30/25
|
|
In July, Nerstrand Fire & Rescue reviewed SCBA operations and air tank filling procedures.
An SCBA (Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus) is the critical gear that allows firefighters to safely …
more
Courtesy of Nerstrand Fire & Rescue
|
7/25/25
|
|
Courtesy of Nerstrand Fire & Rescue
|
7/25/25
|
|
7/25/25
|
