Category Archives: Community News

Van Essens Grow Lumber Company With Acquisition

Both Tinklenberg Lumber and Hardware and Country Lumber have enjoyed long histories in the Edgerton area.  These two lumberyards have served the needs of the local communities for about 40 years.  As of February 1, the owners of Tinklenberg Lumber

School News From Kingdom Kids 3s Class

Hello from the 3’s class at Kingdom Kids Preschool! We have had a busy January and it’s been SNOW much fun! We have been learning all about winter—from what kind of clothes we wear in winter, what our favorite outdoor

School News from Edgerton Public Grades K-2

First grade news First grade is preparing for the 100th Day of school, which will be here in early February. Writings from the first graders about what we’ve been told to do 100 times is on page 11. The 100th

School News from Southwest Minnesota Christian Grades K-2

Pictured: Kindergarten students throwing confetti. First grade news Welcome to 2022! With the beginning of a new year and season upon us the first graders have been busy settling into the routine again! We have also welcomed another student to

School News from Free Christian School Lower Room

A classroom always seems the busiest during the months of December and May. With program practice, preparations for Christmas, excitement for a break, and all the festivities that surround the holiday, December goes by in a blur. The students of

Nath Chosen As New Board Chairman

Last week Tuesday, the Pipestone County Board of Commissioners held its organizational meeting for the new year.  Les Nath, the commissioner from the Jasper area, was chosen as the chairman for 2022. Dan Wildermuth, who represents the Pipestone area, was

Where Is Your Wedding Dress?

On Saturday, January 29, the Edgerton Chamber of Commerce and the Edgerton Museum are co-hosting a unique event at the Runals Memorial Hall. They plan to host a wedding dress show featuring dresses from the past and present. The one

County Passes Budget, Levy

By Jill Fennema – At last week’s county board meeting, the county board of commissioners set the 2022 levy and operating budget. The county levy was increased by 8.62 percent, for a total levy of $7,952,656. The county’s total operating

Team Members Bring “Christmas Blessings”

Pictured: Fey Industries team members take a photo with donated gifts. With the Christmas season upon us, the team members at Fey Industries in Edgerton continue to “Brighten the World” through their Christmas Blessings Program. In this program, team members

Talsma to Purchase De Kam Seed and Fertilizer

By Jill Fennema – De Kam Seed and Fertilizer will be changing ownership at the end of 2021. Darrin De Kam has sold his business to Greg Talsma, who has worked for the company for the past 10 years. The