Strategic Farming: Let’s talk crops! focused on corn insect pest challenges

On February 26, Dr. Fei Yang, UMN Corn Extension Entomologist, joined UMN Extension Crops Educator Dr. Anthony Hanson for a discussion on corn insect pests. Dr. Yang provided an update on the current challenges Minnesota faces with these pests and shared insights from his research on corn insect pest management. This was the eighth episode of the 2025 Strategic Farming: Let’s Talk Crops! webinar series, which will continue through March.

This Happened Here: A few good lines…

Last week in this space, I may have jumped the gun: the first guest columnist – my Creative Nonfiction Workshop student – has asked me to hold off on printing her piece until later in the month. Not to worry, though; coming up next week, a thrilling tale of living on a farm from the poet and performer Johanna Luetmer, who grew up in Morris and has stories to share.

YME boys basketball team ends season

Last week, the Yellow Medicine East Boys Varsity Basketball team took part in the Section 3A-North playoffs, taking on MACCRAY for a 68-76 loss.

YME students have career day with area businesses

Last week, the Yellow Medicine East Class of 2025 had a day filled with experiences and learning opportunities at the Kilowatt Community Center. The day started with guest speaker Ben Lecy, who offered students advice about their futures. Then, students had the chance to sit down with professionals from the community to discuss career opportunities over a breakfast provided by Almich’s Market. Students in Mr. Schulte’s class prepared mock interviews and received a crash course in resume writing. Citizens Alliance Bank helped students understand loans and financial decisions.