Faribault County’s sheriff cannot release information on an investigation involving a current jailer. “I’ve been instructed to tell you that you’ll need to contact the county attorney,” says Sheriff Mike Gormley. Tripleanews.com has submitted a Data Request form to County Attorney Kathryn Karjala. “Due to the holiday, I will likely not get to processing this […]
Continue ReadingWinnebago’s city administrator and police chief are stepping up to limit the increase in next year’s budget. The question is whether Blue Earth Area (BEA) School District administrators will do the same when the School Board has to consider making budget cuts of at least $1 million. During a work session held Monday night, City […]
Continue ReadingCity leaders may be wondering what the future holds for one of Winnebago’s largest employers. When Corn Plus closed its doors last August and went into what company officials called a “cold idle,” there was question what impact that would have on Continental (Dixie) Carbonic Products Inc. “I have not heard they are leaving. They […]
Continue ReadingNow that the City of Winnebago has possession and keys to the school building, work on converting it into a multi-purpose facility is in full swing. City Administrator Jake Skluzacek says District 23 state Sen. Julie Rosen (R-Vernon Center) plans to seek funding next legislative session to help with needed repairs. “I did hear from […]
Continue ReadingMembers of a group who opposed passage of Blue Earth Area’s (BEA) excess levy referendum aren’t taking any credit for its defeat Tuesday. In fact, two persons associated with the group didn’t know who placed ads on KBEW Radio on behalf of the Five Star Group. The 10-year referendum, which would have generated about $900,000 […]
Continue ReadingThe Faribault County Sheriff’s Department in the past year has had six vehicles damaged in accidents, however, six replacements have been added. On Tuesday, county commissioners approved a request by Sheriff Mike Gormley and Chief Deputy Scott Adams to spend nearly $94,000 to buy three vehicles. Two pickup trucks totaling $59,350 will be purchased from […]
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