ST. PAUL –Homeowners and renters who suffered damage to their property from the severe storms and floods of June 16 -July 4 have additional time to apply for federal disaster assistance. FEMA …
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9/27/24
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The City of Dundas opened a new dog park. The old park has already had the fence removed, and in 2025, the city will be conducting maintenance work on the drainage ponds next to the park. After the …
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Courtesy of KYMN Radio News
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9/27/24
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The Dundas City Council voted to approve the 2025 Preliminary Tax Levy with a 5.18% increase. The tax levy increase is fueled by market values increasing and not an increase in the city’s tax rate. …
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9/27/24
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Rice County residents, community leaders, business owners, area agencies and organizations now have an opportunity to share how severe weather events impact their property and lives. There is also an …
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9/27/24
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This summer has brought several staffing changes to the Rice SWCD. Jarett Spitzack has taken a job as the new Ditch Inspector for Rice County. Kourtney Spitzack has also taken a new position with the …
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9/27/24
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As I begin my new position as a Soil Health Specialist with Rice and Steele SWCDs, it’s humbling to see the challenges farmers face following this year’s heavy rains. Many, if not most fields in …
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By: Al Kraus, Soil Health Specialist
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9/27/24
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This year, the Rice Soil & Water Conservation District has three Supervisor positions up for election. SWCD candidates appear on the ballot for the general election which will take place on Tuesday, …
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9/27/24
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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.
On …
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9/27/24
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Wayne T. Eddy, the broadcast founder of KYMN Radio, a co-founder of the Northfield historical Society, a dedicated member of the Defeat of Jesse James Days, and perhaps the single biggest promoter of …
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8/30/24
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When the General Election comes around in November, Rice County residents will have another referendum upon which to decide, this one courtesy of the Rice County Board of Commissioners.
Rice …
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8/30/24
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As students across the county prepare to return to school, it is important for families to prioritize emergency preparedness. Whether it's navigating the risks of severe weather, school lockdowns or …
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By Joe Johnson, Rice County Emergency Management Director
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8/30/24
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Join family, friends, neighbors, area businesses and non-profits as we celebrate the 2nd Annual Octoberfest in downtown Dundas! Last year was our 1st Celebration and it was a huge success! So, make …
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Submitted by Michelle Millenacker
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8/29/24
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An organized run through the Big Woods State Park is happening again this year! St John’s United Church of Christ is once again planning the Big Woods Run, a race that takes runners through one of …
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8/26/24
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Farmers looking to try cover crops or conservation tillage are invited to the Cover Crop Seeding Equipment Showcase on the Mark Ditlevson Farm, 7430 HWY 30 East near Blooming Prairie on Wednesday, …
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8/22/24
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A statement issued by Rice County last week said the Small Business Administration has two separate programs that are making low-interest, disaster relief loans to several types of businesses and …
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8/2/24
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The Rice County Area United Way announced last week that 23 area Rice County human services non-profit organizations have been awarded grants over the next two years, totaling approximately $400,000. …
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Courtesy of KYMN Radio
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8/2/24
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Northfield Hospital + Clinics announced last week that board-certified lactation consultant Nicole Martens has been hired to become a member of the NH+C Birth Center staff.
A statement issued by …
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8/2/24
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The Dundas City Council approved the latest edition of the Dundas Capital Improvement plan, focusing on 2025 – 2030.
A capital improvement plan generally consists of one or more capital …
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Courtesy of KYMN Radio
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8/2/24
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July 9, 2024
St. Paul – Today, the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) announced $977,381 in Contamination Cleanup and Investigation grants to six communities …
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8/2/24
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Visitors can take a trip back in time with all the various exhibits and activities going on at the annual Rice County Steam & Gas Show just South of Dundas MN on Hwy. 3 Friday, Saturday and Sunday, …
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7/31/24
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