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Rubin Construction Found to Have Executed Fraudulent Bonds

Vernon Center to get new “Tiny Park”VERNON CENTER — The Vernon Center city council learned earlier this month that bonds submitted from Rubin Construction, who was awarded...

New banners are planned for Main Street, designed by residents Don Kain and Ben Standahl.

Funding Strategy Takes Center Stage at MN Lake Meeting

MN LAKE — Kris Ambuehl of Bollig Engineering, a firm which has created in niche catering to the needs of small rural cities, was present at the May...

Brooke announcing her new status as a qualified Recruiter in Charge. Submitted photo

Maple River Alum Brooke (Oachs) Rios Finds Confidence, Career...

Decision made on a ‘whim’ leads to becoming a recruiter for the Navy ReserveThey might not admit it, but a large portion of the students graduating...

Good Thunder Eyes $10.8M Infrastructure Overhaul, Fields Upstream...

GOOD THUNDER — The Good Thunder City Council convened a mandatory public hearing on Monday, May 11, 2026, to unveil a comprehensive $10.8 million utility improvement plan...

Lillo Trial Gets New Date

GOOD THUNDER — A new trial date has been set in the matter of the estate of the late Arnie Lillo, a metal sculptor from rural Good Thunder who passed away in December of...

Ordinance Violations Now Enforceable by Fines

AMBOY — During the Public Comment section of the May 4 Amboy City Council meeting, resident Tom Tallman expressed concern about eighteen properties he believes to be in...

Mr. Nienhaus’s students enjoy fishing at in Eagle Pond at the school.

There’s No Catching a Break

Student schedules full of extras as end of the year approachesStudent schedules have been full to the brim lately with the warming weather and end...

Summer Fest-ivities Beginning Soon

MAPLETON — The 2026 Mapleton Summer Fest, formerly known as Town & Country Days, is scheduled to take place June 12-14. The fun-filled weekend...

PHOTOS BY MRHS STUDENTS
Brielle Brown, Ashlyn Schwanz, Sammy Meyers, Claire Caven, Ava Kramer, and Izzy Hollerich enjoy drinks from the dirty soda bar during Prom, held at JR’s Barn on Saturday, May 2.

Prom: A Night Under the Stars

BY MANDY BROWN and GENA PROEHLProm Adviser/Post-Prom OrganizerStudents from Maple River had a gorgeous day for this year’s prom on Saturday, May 2....

Nicole Bangasser with her husband, Adam Annis, and their son, Wyatt.

New Community Development Director Nicole Bangasser Brings Roots...

MAPLETON — For Nicole Bangasser, the newest face in Mapleton’s city government, the work of economic development is personal. As a resident, small...

Bonnie Klein Closes the Book

After 40 Years of Service, Mapleton’s Librarian RetiresThe Mapleton Library has blessed the city with education, information and entertainment...

Celebrating the grand opening of the Three Brothers Meat Market on Friday, May 1, 2026 are, in back from left to right: Tara Garbes and James Gordon, Mapleton EDA; Gary Kunz; Reese Gartner, employee; Jack Wheeler, CEDA; Kim Wilde, Mapleton EDA; and Ken Kunz, Maple River Area Chamber of Commerce. In front are Sarah Moore, City of Mapleton Clerk/Treasurer; Brandon Doering, owner; Jenny Doering; Brian Doering, owner; Jason Doering; Brock Doering, owner; Nancy Kunz; Nicole Bangasser, Mapleton Community Development Director; Steven Shute and Cheri Landsteiner, Maple River Area Chamber; and Jon Rossow, Mapleton EDA.

Three Brothers Meat Market Holds Grand Opening

MAPLETON — Three Brothers Meat Market officially celebrated its grand opening May 1, marked by a ribbon-cutting ceremony supported by the Economic...

Community Center to Stay As-Is

Potbellied pigs will be allowed as service animalsMAPLETON — Bonnie Klein, Mapleton’s librarian of forty years, has retired from her position. She attended the most recent...

Minn. Lake Eyes New Engine, Truck

MINN. LAKE Ambulance and Fire Department Director Dave Radtke stated at the most recent city council meeting that he would, “like to sell truck 252 and truck 255.” Truck...

Vernon Center Water Project in Murky Territory

VERNON CENTER – A special meeting was held at the end of last month to discuss unsettling information provided by the city engineer Chris Knutson regarding Rubin...

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