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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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1/31/25
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Kenyon has been without a hair salon for a year or so. That all changed last week when the Blank Canvas Hair Haven opened at 514 2nd Street in Kenyon. Hair stylist and owner Gwendolyn Bleess grew up …
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1/31/25
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Dear Kenyon-Wanamingo Families, Staff, and Community Members,
It is with a heavy heart that I share an important decision regarding the future of our schools. After careful consideration and …
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By Beth Giese, Superintendent, Kenyon-Wanamingo School District
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1/31/25
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Ahhh, winter is here, and the cabin fever epidemic is upon us! Ok, so we live in a place that half the year is cold, so we are used to it, but Cabin Fever is a real thing. Unable to get out as much …
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By Cheri Roshon
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1/31/25
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We all know, living in small towns, that "things" are usually cheaper if we go to a larger town to purchase what we need. But do we factor in the cost of driving to Rochester, Minneapolis, or any of …
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By Cheri Roshon
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1/31/25
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Front Row:
Ethan Piper KG Mrs. Katie Valek
Eden Luedtke Gr. 1 Mrs. Katie Benbrooks
Nola Otte Gr. 1 Mr. Tony Donkers
Rory Hanson Gr. 2 Mrs. Deb Hinrichs
Back Row:
Melissa …
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1/23/25
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The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is calling on produce farmers who have never completed the Grower Questionnaire, or who have not filled it out since 2022, to complete the 2025 edition. …
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1/23/25
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“Can you imagine soon attending First (Evangelical) Lutheran for a Sunday service, funeral, or wedding and not hearing the familiar sound of our church organ?” So began the heartfelt letter our …
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By Guest Columnists Tanya Short and Pastor D.J. Chatelaine
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1/17/25
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How many people do you know who have actually met a former President of the United States? Well, since former President Jimmy Carter recently passed away at age 100, I was asked to share a story …
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By Cheri Roshon
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1/17/25
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When is a sandwich shop not a sandwich shop? Answer....when it also serves salads, bowls and more !
That is what you can expect to see in Kenyon starting January 15th at 701 second street. …
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By Cheri Roshon
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1/17/25
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Well, it's been about two and a half years since our liquor store in Wanamingo changed hands, and it looks like things are going well. I had the opportunity to pop in and check it out recently, and I …
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By Cheri Roshon
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1/17/25
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Front Row:
Brooklyn Woloszyk KG Mrs. Tanya Short
Jasper Harmon KG Mrs. Katie Valek
Layla Amundson Gr. 1 Mrs. Katie Benbrooks
Waylon Benson Gr. 1 Mr. Tony Donkers
Toby Edwards Gr. 2 …
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1/15/25
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Dear Kenyon-Wanamingo Community,
We’re reaching an important point in our ongoing conversation about the future of the Wanamingo site, and your voices have played a key role in shaping this …
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By Beth Giese MA, Ed.S, Kenyon-Wanamingo Public Schools District Superintendent, K-4 Elementary Principal
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12/30/24
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Front Row:
Ruby Eggert KG Mrs. Tanya Short
Carter Anfinson KG Mrs. Katie Valek
Jeasllyn Fontes Arvayo Gr. 1 Mrs. Katie Benbrooks
Marshall Jensen Gr. 1 Mr. Tony Donkers
Scarlett Bauer …
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12/27/24
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Holiday greenery and Christmas trees bring joy throughout the season, but they can also hide dangerous pests. Diseases and invasive species can make their way into our landscapes on trees and boughs …
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By Minnesota Department of Agriculture
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12/27/24
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Hello Messenger readers:
I’m Robert (Bob) Duncan, (scribed@aol.com), new to Minnesota from Indiana to be closer to family because of my advanced age.
On December 18, 2011. I thought it …
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By Robert (Bob) Duncan
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12/20/24
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12/20/24
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December 5th in Wanamingo, the streets were busy with people going from business to business to celebrate the season. Christmas in Wanamingo is a tradition started by the Commercial Club years ago, …
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By Cheri Roshon
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12/20/24
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After 42 years of providing Blossoms and Keepsakes for her customers, Jeri Ryan is ready to retire-- well, sort of! "I'll miss the customers coming in, looking for that perfect gift, or bouquet of …
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By Cheri Roshon
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12/20/24
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Last month, along with many other volunteers, a group from Dennison and Vang helped pack food boxes with Feed My Starving Children in Eagan. 26,136 meals were packed in one evening. Thanks to all who …
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12/20/24
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