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Marek brothers retire law firm in Montgomery
Marek Law Office & Tax Service ended a long continued service for the Montgomery area on June 30, spanning 50 years from 1975-2024. William Marek, a 1969 New Prague High School Graduate, initially thought he wanted to be a high school teacher in math or science. He started his college education as such at Mankato State University.
Le Sueur enacts new rules for food trucks
With food trucks continuing to grow in popularity, the city of Le Sueur has introduced new licensing requirements aimed at protecting consumer health as well as brick and mortar restaurants from mobile competition. Under the new code of regulations, approved by the City Council on Monday, food truck operators will be required to seek a license from the city and undergo a background check conducted by city staff before serving meals in town. ...
NP students well above state average on MCA exams
Results from the annual Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCAs) given last spring show New Prague students are still well above the state average for proficiency in math, science and reading. The results the Minnesota Department of Education released today, Thursday, Aug. 29, indicate districtwide 63.4% of New Prague students were proficient...
Historic church building near Henderson acquired for new historical and cultural center
Friends of Jessenland, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the rich history and cultural heritage of the Minnesota River Valley area, is thrilled to announce the acquisition of the historic Jessenland church building. This significant purchase marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the community as the building is set to be repurposed into a historical and cultural center. The historic church, which dates back to 1870, has...
Le Sueur orders plans for $8.5 million street project
The Le Sueur City Council voted on Monday authorizing city engineers to design an $8.5 million reconstruction of N. Fourth Street and Cathcart Street. The street project entails a full reconstruction of the N. Fourth Street corridor between Bridge Street and Dakota Street as well as Cathcart Street between the N. Fourth Street intersection and Commerce Street. Crews would work to not only improve the pavement conditions of the street and the utilities underneath, but would add new sidewalks, trails, street lighting and adjust the...
Fair recognizes outstanding senior citizens
Hundreds of ribbons were awarded in contests and judging at the Carver County Fair this year. The fair board also recognized outstanding Carver County senior citizens Fred Bleedorn and Patricia Wittrock Fred Bleedorn has displayed an unparalleled dedication in serving his community and uplifting those around him through his involvement at St. Joseph Catholic Church and devoting his time and efforts to the Veterans Memorial in Mayer. In addition, Fred has generously contributed his time to the housing board at Westview Acres. His volunteer work...
New at the Savage Library
Extended Access - Looking for a quiet place to study? Need to find a book or pick up a hold before leaving town? You now have the option to visit the Savage Library outside of regularly staffed open hours! Extended Access is available 6:00 a.m. -10:00 p.m. every day of the year, whether the library is open or not. Savage is just the latest Scott County Library to offer Extended Access to library users, and joins the Jordan, Elko New Market, New Prague, and Belle Plaine libraries in providing the service. For more information and how to register your library card for extended Access, visit scottcountymn.gov/2153/Library.
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