Southwest Minnesota communities celebrate Welcoming Week in September

Internationally, Welcoming Week takes place September 13-22 this year, an annual celebration that brings together neighbors of all backgrounds to build strong connections and affirm the importance of welcoming and inclusive places in achieving collective prosperity.Communities in southwest Minnesota are hosting activities throughout September and into early October to celebrate welcoming, inclusive communities.

Upcoming Events

Saturday, September 7th: 6th annual RockFest at The Rock Dining & Events.

The “Book Man” is back

ECHO Charter School Board member Mark Hoeper, of Granite Falls, resumes his role as The Book Man, reading to students and giving away books.

YME Volleyball begins season

From Staff ReportsLast week the Yellow Medicine East Varsity Girls Volleyball team began their season with an away game against Atwater-Cosmos-Grove City (ACGC) for a 2-3 loss.

Waterfowl hunting seasons have begun

Minnesota waterfowl seasons are around the corner and hunters have a wide variety of opportunities to look forward to in 2024, with seasons starting Sunday, Sept.