Meth use up in Brown County in 2013

Brown County Commissioners heard an annual chemical dependency report Tuesday that showed methamphetamine use was up considerably in 2013.  Chemical Dependency Counselor Leah Luke Commissioners that most methamphetamines tend to come from the Sleepy Eye …

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Morning News February 26

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Game fish season closed

Minnesota authorities remind anglers that their 2014 fish, game and trapping licenses expire Saturday.  While some hunting and fishing seasons continue past Saturday, the Department of Natural Resources says new licenses are required.  However the …

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Graduation rates improve slightly

The Minnesota Department of Education released a new report showing the state’s graduation rate increased from 79.8 percent in 2013 to 81.2 percent in 2014.  The report showed gains among all student groups over the …

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Two LS/H Supt. finalists withdrawn

Two of three finalists for the Superintendent position at Le Sueur/Henderson have withdrawn their names from consideration.  School officials were notified that Lonnie Seifert and Melinda Crowley are no longer candidates for the position.  Red …

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Truman hog barn fire accidental

State investigators have concluded their investigation into the fire that killed over 12,000 pigs and hogs at a southern Minnesota swine farm.  The State Fire Marshal has concluded that the blaze at Cougar Run near …

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Morning News February 25

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FoodShare March campaign

Starting Sunday, the Minnesota FoodShare March campaign will begin.  During the month of March every dollar donated goes directly to the food shelves to purchase  food for the hungry.  In New Ulm, the Food shelf …

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