Meet the Kasson City Council and KM School Board Candidates

Kasson City Election Mayor Dan Eggle r is running for re-election unopposed this year. He has served on the Kasson City Council since January 2013, becoming Mayor 2 years ago. He has lived in Kasson …

Midnight Hounds to Play at Album Release Party

Local band to release their first full length album this week with a live show at Pure Rock Studios in Rochester, Minnesota. The show will include a full play list of the new album “Atomic Sand, an …

Lions Park Wooded Walking Path and Disc Golf Course

Current Proposed Disc Golf Course Layout

KASSON - What began as a search for more soccer fields has grown into an ambitious community project: an 18-hole tournament-level disc golf course paired with a scenic wooded walking trail at Lions …

West Concord Fire Department Breakfast

West Concord Fire Department Breakfast was held Sunday October 11 at the West Concord Fire Hall. Pancakes, scrambled eggs and sausage links were served all morning.

Flu Vaccine Clinics Offered This Fall

Dodge Center, MN – Dodge County Public Health (DCPH) will be holding community clinics for the flu vaccine throughout October. Clinics will have the following vaccines available: • Fluzone …

Three Dodge County Commissioner Seats Will Be Determined in November Election

Dodge County District 2 candidates Tim Tjosaas. I have lived in Dodge County for almost my entire life - I grew up on a dairy farm east of Kasson. From there I spent one year in Sioux Falls, SD …

Indoor Golf at Mantorville Saloon

The indoor golf season has started in Mantorville this fall. A golf simulator allows you to use your own clubs and real golf balls to experience the effect of an outdoor course. A golf simulator …

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Apples and Healthy Weight

You have heard the rhyme, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” But what does an apple really do for you? Does any apple work, or only certain kinds? A few answers can be found here. …

Farm Girl Chatter

Well folks, it’s that time of year again. Fall is creeping around the corner, which means harvest is coming, cattle work is picking up, and before we know it, we’ll be wondering where the heck …

Can Eggs Help with Osteoperosis?

Osteoporosis: Bone loss tends to sneak up on you. You wake up a little shorter, your back complains after simple chores, or a small stumble turns into a fracture you never saw coming. Osteoporosis …

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Obituaries

Susan "Sue" Ronning

Susan "Sue" Ronning, age 78, of West Concord, Minnesota, passed away peacefully at her home on October 3, 2026. Born on December 20, 1947, to Norman and Carol Ronning. Sue spent her life rooted in …

Lois Lorraine (Langworthy) Pederson

Lois Lorraine (Langworthy) Pederson, 78, of New Auburn, Wisconsin, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday morning, September 27, 2026. After spending time with family the day before, she rested …

Michael Richard Hudson

Michael Richard Hudson, 72, of Dodge Center, MN passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at his home surrounded by his family. Michael was born on June 17, 1954, in Oklahoma City, OK …

Delmer Paulson

Delmer Paulson, 89, of West Concord, died on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at home surrounded by his family. He was born in Olmsted County on March 18th, 1937, to Elmer and Alice (Blanchard) Paulson. …

Carolyn May McDonald

Carolyn May McDonald, 93, of Hayfield, MN passed away on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at Fieldcrest Care Center in Hayfield, MN. Carolyn was born on December 15, 1932, at home in Westfield …

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Dodge Center City Council Meeting - September 14, 2026

DODGE CENTER SUMMARY COUNCIL MINUTES Monday, September 14, 2026 This published information is a summary of the full minutes of September 14, 2026, Dodge Center City Council regular meeting. A …

Spiritual Growth for People of God

Nobody begins their life as a fully mature person. Biologically, everyone passes through distinct stages of development: prenatal, newborn, infancy, childhood, adolescence, and finally adulthood. …

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Dodge Center Fire Department Breakfast and Silent Auction

Dodge Center Fire Department hosted breakfast and silent auction Sunday October 4th at the Fire Hall. They served pancakes, sausages, scrambled eggs, biscuits and gravy.

Senator Carla Nelson honored by Minnesota Fire Chiefs for career-long support of fire service

Retiring State Senator Carla Nelson (Rochester) has been honored by the Minnesota State Fire Chiefs Association (MSFCA) for her career long advocacy of fire service. “It is an incredible …

Local Feast! Marketplace on Saturday, November 7

Gather at the Mayo Civic Center for a true celebration of the people who produce our region’s finest locally-produced and sourced foods and beverages. Local Feast! Marketplace on Saturday, November …

If people aren't visiting websites anymore, what's the real ROI of a website?

WebXd reports that website ROI has shifted; fewer visits occur as AI tools and local searches reduce traffic, yet remaining visitors often show higher buying intent.

The rise of ‘healthkeeping’: How everyone's doctor's appointment became her job

Zocdoc reports that healthcare management often falls to women, with many juggling appointments and caregiving, leading to burnout and neglected personal health.

How much does payroll cost? A $50,000 hire can run up to $70,000

Xero reports that hiring a $50,000 employee can actually cost up to $70,000 when factoring in taxes, benefits, and payroll software—owners should budget accordingly.

5 reasons tenants want a private landlord

TurboTenant reports tenants increasingly prefer private landlords for direct communication, lower rents, fewer hidden fees, pet flexibility, and more leniency with late payments.

Why maintaining muscle matters during weight loss, and how to do it

GoodRx reports that maintaining muscle during weight loss is crucial for health.