With the recent speculation on whether Brett Favre will be making a return to the NFL, one question has rose to the forefront. » Full Story

LAKE BENTON — I’ve worked nine years at the Independent, and I only knew him as Hugo. He worked in the mail room during the day shift. » Full Story

After finishing a remarkable track and cross country career at Gustavus Adolphus College in 2005, Nichole Porath suffered a torn hamstring. » Full Story

TRACY — When the Tracy Express played at Marshall Wednesday, many were thinking of Taylor Hagberg. » Full Story

How many Minnesota Twins fans remember Juan Berenguer?

Well, he was pitching Monday night in Fairfax (pop. 1,200) as part of Twins Fun Night at Memorial Park. » Full Story

JORDAN — Four seniors from Wabasso High School ended their athletic careers with a state championship Friday. » Full Story

GRANITE FALLS — This column is dedicated to Granite Falls’ William (Butch) Richter, whose health is failing. He’s now in a swing bed at the Granite Falls Hospital. » Full Story

Five Wabasso softball players have been named to the Tomahawk All-Conference team after finishing third place at the Class A state fastpitch softball tournament. » Full Story

Losing the final game of the season stings, but Marshall’s baseball team should be commended for coming back after a seven-game losing streak this year. » Full Story

SLAYTON — In early April, Murray County Central’s softball team made 23 errors in three games of the Wabasso tournament. » Full Story