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Southwest Initiative Foundation launches PROMISE Act Grants for small businesses
Southwest Initiative Foundation (SWIF) has announced $1.2 million in grants for small businesses in southwest Minnesota through the PROMISE Act Grant Program.The PROMISE Act is funded by a one-time allocation from the State of Minnesota Legislature in partnership with the Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED).
News from Countryside Public Health: Focusing on Healthy Families
My name is Hillary Spray and I am the Family Health and WIC Supervisor for Countryside Public Health.
Local students graduate Ridgewater College
More than 850 graduates celebrated their academic success at Ridgewater College May 9 and 10.
Dedication ceremony held for Montevideo Veterans Home
On Friday, May 31st, a large crowd gathered at the recently completed Montevideo Veterans Home for a Dedication Ceremony.
Dry weekend ahead
Prior to our recent rains on Sunday and again on Tuesday across Minnesota, the majority of the state was drought-free.
Alexandria Technical & Community College dean’s list for Spring 2024
Alexandria Technical & Community College recognizes individual students for academic excellence.
Minnesota DNR casts around for favorite fish recipes
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is inviting anglers to share their favorite Minnesota fish recipes through the Wild Minnesota Recipe Exchange (mndnr.gov/recipe).People can submit recipes through June 30 for the chance to be featured on DNR website and social media platforms.“The recipe exchange is a fun way to inspire and be inspired when it comes to delicious recipes for fish caught in Minnesota,” said Cara Hanson, DNR marketing coordinator.
Paid research study for older Minnesota drivers
The Human Factors Safety Laboratory of the University of Minnesota are seeking volunteers to participate in a driving research study.
Ridgewater’s Agriculture Equipment Mechanic program achieves AED Foundation accreditation
The Associated Equipment Distributors Foundation (AEDF) has given its stamp of approval to Ridgewater’s Agriculture Equipment Mechanic program by recently granting accreditation for the program.Ridgewater College’s Agriculture Equipment Mechanic program is the first program in the state of Minnesota to be accredited by the AED Foundation.” The term of AEDF accreditation is five years.