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New education requirements in effect July 1 for some boaters in Minnesota

Beginning July 1, 2025, more people who operate motorboats or personal watercrafts on Minnesota waters must obtain a valid watercraft operator’s permit. The updated requirements, passed into law during 2023, are intended to make boating safer by ensuring people operating motorized watercraft know the rules and are properly trained.

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YME softball finishes season

Last week, the Yellow Medicine East Varsity Softball team took on Edgerton/Southwest Minnesota Christian School for a 1-4 loss, finishing the season with a 14-8 record. Leaders in the game included Ella Cherveny who was 1-for-2 with two walks. Complete scoring follows:

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