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Lakeview students return for 2025-26 school year
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Echo Legion Auxiliary working on grave marker project
Over the years, it is easy for records to be lost or destroyed, which may cause a scramble to find replacements in certain situations. The same could be said to be the case with the Echo Legion Auxiliary’s new grave marker project.
New announcement says post office now expected by December 31st
In a recent notice from the Cottonwood City Administrator, it was noted that Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach’s Office had put in an inquiry with the United States Postal Service for an update on the Cottonwood Post Office construction. It was noted that Fischbach’s office received a response to their inquiry, stating that, “Project completion has been affected by unforeseen challenges in securing the necessary workforce. Construction at the Cottonwood, MN post office is now expecting to be completed before December 31, 2025.”
News from WRAP: Prioritize your well-being…
August is National Wellness Month, a time to focus on self-care, stress management, and building healthy habits that support overall well-being. In our busy lives, it’s easy to put ourselves last, but caring for our physical, mental, and emotional health is essential—not a luxury. Even small, intentional steps toward wellness can boost energy, improve resilience, and help us show up as our best selves for the people and commitments that matter most. This month invites us to pause, reflect, and invest in ourselves.
Minnesota Valley Community Concert Series 2025-26
The Minnesota Valley Community Concert Association (MVCCA) has worked for over sixty years to bring music and cultural experiences to West Central Minnesota. This exposure to quality performances supports, promotes and enriches music learning and appreciation. MVCCA Board and membership wishes to share with the community their passion for a variety of entertainment ranging from classical to choral to tribute acts to comedy and much more.
Minnesota communities to benefit from historic $12 million in grants to strengthen urban, community forests
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is accepting applications for $12 million in grants to help communities plant, maintain and protect trees across the state.
Ask a Trooper: 2024 Dodge Durango…
I was recently issued a 2024 Dodge Durango, replacing my 2019 Dodge Charger. Dodge discontinued making the Dodge Charger for a few years but is supposed to be coming back. State Patrol’s main squads are Dodge Durango or the Ford F-150. The State Patrol issues new squads to troopers when the vehicle reaches approximately 120,000 miles.
Echo High School 50th class reunion held
The 50th year class reunion for Echo High School met at the Granite Run Golf Course on Friday evening August 16th. There were 27 in the graduating class of 1975 and 19 came to the reunion. (Front row L to R) Brad Kurtz, Gene Iverson, Art Bendix, Deb Carroll, Barb Bendix, Sara Mahood, Deb Schroeder, Joyce Arends, Cindy Nash. (Second row L to R) Paul Rigge, David Boushek, John Slettedahl, Rick Sater, Jim Miller, Lori Discher, Sheryl Jacobson, Kathy Purdie-Maas, Greg Lecy, Chuck Lee.
$1.35 Million Available for Farm to School in Minnesota
Minnesota schools, early childhood education (ECE) centers, and licensed in-home family child care providers looking to serve locally sourced meals can apply for funding now through the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s (MDA) Farm to School and Early Care Grant and Local Tots Cost-Share programs. The grant and cost-share program both offer reimbursement for local food purchases of Minnesota grown and raised foods.
Fall-like weather for the weekend
Flooding was a big problem earlier this week across the state, after heavy rainfall hit Minnesota over the weekend into early Monday. Some locations reported over 10 inches of rain over the weekend.