Category Archives: Community News
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
SCHOOL NEWS from SWC Grades 6-8
6th grade school news In sixth grade Literature, we have been reading several novels. One that we particularly liked was the book Wonder, by R.J. Palacio. In the book, we learn about the main character Auggie and how even when
Edgerton Chamber Hosts Gingerbread House Contest at Library
On Saturday, the Edgerton Chamber hosted a gingerbread contest. The winner of the contest was Kelsey De Boer with the house pictured. Mrs. Claus also came to the library to read books during the contest judging. Other contest winners are
Council Passes Budget
Another lot is sold By Jill Fennema – Last week Wednesday the Edgerton City Council held the annual Truth in Taxation hearing. This yearly hearing typically happens during the last meeting of the year and is when the council sets
Huisken Retires As Chamber Secretary
On Tuesday, December 7, the Edgerton Chamber of Commerce met for the last time for 2021. Earlier this year, Betty Huisken announced her intention to retire as the Chamber secretary at the end of the year. So the Chamber board
School News from Edgerton Public School
Region 6 FFA Milk Quality Competition Five Edgerton FFA members competed back on November 17 in the Region 6 FFA Milk Quality Competition at Mt. Lake High School. The team placed 6th overall and is headed to State Competition later
