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The Third Annual Dundas Oktoberfest was a big success again this year, and downtown Dundas was hopping! Mother Nature cooperated on Saturday with lots of people showing up to enjoy the beautiful fall …
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By Tracie Vranich, Chair, Dundas Oktoberfest Board
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9/25/25
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St. Paul, MN: In recognition of National Farm Safety and Health Week, Sept. 21-27, the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is announcing that farmers can apply for funding through two key …
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9/24/25
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The Rice County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday approved a preliminary property tax levy and budget for 2026.
The preliminary levy of $43 million is 8.7% higher than the adopted 2025 figure. …
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By Rice County
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9/24/25
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Driving in Greater Minnesota can be a welcome contrast to metro driving. What isn’t different is the need to buckle up and ensure children are in the correct car seat! The statewide Click It or …
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By Rice County
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9/20/25
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The native prairie garden at Virtues Park in Faribault has doubled in size, thanks to volunteers from Partners for Pollinators, who collaborated to expand the garden and enhance the diversity of …
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By Rice Soil and Water Conservation District
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9/18/25
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The popular Vegas Style Tribute Show featuring the music of Johnny Cash, Elvis, and Neil Diamond returns to Dennison Saturday, September 27th. This years show will move next door inside the new …
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9/11/25
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The Rice County Sheriff’s Office – Emergency Management Division is committed to keeping the public informed and safe during emergencies. Following a Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) sent …
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By Rice County
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9/5/25
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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 …
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8/22/25
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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 …
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By Alan Kraus, Soil Health Specialist
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8/22/25
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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 …
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By Rice County
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8/22/25
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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 …
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By Emmie Scheffler, District Technician
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8/22/25
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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 …
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By Rice County
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8/20/25
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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 …
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By Rice County
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8/18/25
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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 …
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By Alan Kraus, Soil Health Specialist
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8/6/25
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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. The …
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8/1/25
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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 …
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By DUSTY DIENST, JOE JOHNSON & JEFF SCHROEPFER
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7/30/25
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Save the date for Oktoberfest! September 20th from Noon – 6:30 in downtown Dundas.
The City signed the final agreement and accepted a bid for the pedestrian and trail improvements at Trunk …
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7/25/25
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Kara and John Zimmerman of Northfield have been selected as Rice County’s Farm Family of the Year.
Their farm, just outside the city, is primarily turkeys, but also includes row crops of corn …
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By University of Minnesota Extension
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7/25/25
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