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Hunter Frank Memorial Ride returning to support veterans
The biggest fear of anyone who’s lost a loved one in the armed services is that they will be forgotten. That’s what has driven Brandon Flores to keep going these past four years. His brother Hunter Frank died in 2020 while deployed with the U.S. Navy in El Salvador. Frank spent his formative years in Steele and Waseca Counties, and enlisted in the Navy after graduating from Owatonna High School...
Inaugural Blooming Prairie market draws vendors from Steele County and beyond
Blooming Prairie residents can now shop locally grown and crafted goods right in their hometown. Blossom Thyme Farmers Market debuted Wednesday evening in Fire Department Park to favorable weather, drawing a variety of vendors on its inaugural night. Emily Glaser, vice president of the market board, said the Blossom Thyme will fill a gap in the community. ...
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