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A final decision has not been made, but Dodge County Commissioners are considering making the county attorney position full-time.
The idea was discussed last week at a meeting of the Committee of the Whole, prior to the full board session. County Attorney Paul Kiltinen, who has suggested the move...
Less than a year after being sworn in as a Kasson city councilmember, Brian Wempner has abruptly resigned from his position.
“It is with heavy heart and regret that due to personal reasons beyond my control I have been forced to move away from the Kasson community and will be resigning my position...
Dodge County’s proposed tax levy for 2026 remains at 5.7%, commissioners were told at last week’s meeting, the final look at it before the Truth in Taxation session on Dec. 11.
The latest draft, County Administrator Jim Elmquist told the board, had updates in the budget primarily in Human Services...
Byron school district makes changes following OSA report
Alex Malm
Staff Writer
The Byron school district is making changes to its purchasing procedures following a negative review by the State Auditor Office.
According to an Oct. 28 release, State Auditor Julie Blaha sent a letter to Byron Public...
One hundred Kasson-Mantorville students were able to attend Friday’s Prep Bowl game courtesy of a K-M graduate and local residents and businesses.
“I saw the crowd at the last game and thought how amazing so many people showed up. I loved that the school closed for the day. But it got me thinking...
Kasson and Mantorville residents turned out Thursday night to give back to the community at the annual Care & Share fundraising event.
The non-profit organization helps families and individuals in the Kasson and Mantorville area who are in need. The group provides food, gifts and cash during...
The Triton School Board and Triton Education Minnesota, the collective bargaining group that represents rank-and-file teachers, have agreed to a two-year deal.
“Given the financial situation that Triton Public Schools is currently in, we are fortunate to have had an overall pleasant experience...
First graders at Byron Public Schools proved this fall that even the smallest hands can make a big difference.
Through a school-wide initiative, the students collected 12,000 diapers to support the Jeremiah Program, which helps single mothers and their families disrupt generational poverty.
The...
Looking to get some exercise before the big dinner on Thanksgiving Day? The 4th Annual Turkey Day 5k is just what you need.
Both the 5k and a 2.5k races begin at 8 a.m.
The family-friendly run/walk is hosted by The Main Alternative.
All race registrations and other donations will be given directly...
Jill Dallenbach has been awarded the 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year for Triton Public Schools.
Dallenbach is the K-12 art teacher for Triton. She has had a passion for art since she was a child. Her mother was a professional artist and had an art studio in their home. She grew up exposed to art and...