Governor Tim Walz today announced a new dashboard Minnesotans can use to track disruptions and cancellations of federal funding and their impact on services available to Minnesotans. Federal disruptions and cuts so far include grants to track measles and avian influenza, provide heating assistance, and mitigate flooding.
Mr. Suter’s 9th-grade science classes at Yellow Medicine East took advantage of the warmer weather last week by heading outdoors for some hands-on learning. Students explored the Minnesota River, studying flow rate, signs of erosion, and the surrounding riverfront ecosystem.
On Sunday, Nicole Zempel of Wild Roots MN gave a presentation at Bluenose Gopher Public House’s Cooperative Sunday on her recent trash clean-up efforts in the public spaces we all share. Then, visitors to the establishment participated in a group clean-up effort along the river bank downtown. Zempel has been documenting local clean-up efforts on her Facebook page, Wild Roots MN.
At last week’s meeting of the Granite Falls City Council, an in-depth discussion was held about adjusting the City’s licensing fees for low-potency THC products in light of changing state regulations for cannabis sales.
Ziggi’s Coffee was awarded their “First Dollar” from the Granite Falls Area Chaber of Commerce last week. Pictured are members of the Granite Falls City Council, Granite Falls Chamber of Commerce and friends along with the Edman family.
Minnesota’s popular stream trout season opened Saturday, April 12, with quality fishing opportunities in every region of the state. Brook trout and splake fishing also opened April 12 on Lake Superior and its tributary streams.
Ziggi’s Coffee, opened the doors of its new shop, located at 1270 Highway 212 W in Granite Falls on Tuesday, April 1. The new location is expected to add approximately 22 new jobs to the local economy.
Last week, a number of Yellow Medicine East musicians participated in a Solo Ensemble Contest at Lakeview School. They earned 16 superior ratings, four excellent ratings and five Best in Site (Outstanding Performance) Awards.
Last week, American Legion National Commander James A LaCoursiere Jr, of Connecticut visited Granite Falls, speaking at the Fagen Fighters WWII Museum about issues of importance to Minnesota Veterans to a crowd of local leaders and Veterans.
We are excited to announce that the print edition of the Advocate Tribune is getting a brand-new look and feel this April, thanks to the latest advancements in digital printing. This transformation means sharper images, richer colors, and an even better reading experience – all while maintaining the quality community journalism you rely on every day.