MARSHALL — As the federal shutdown continues, it could leave thousands of Minnesotans without assistance for winter heating costs and repairs. It’s something that’s affecting households in southwest Minnesota, said United Community Action Partnership Executive Director Deb ...

NEW ULM — The weather forecast for the Nov. 8 Minnesota firearms deer hunting season opener looks favorable, according to New Ulm DNR Wildlife Manager Jeff Zajac. “If we get temperatures in the 40s and 50s, it should be ideal. A good, fall day makes it easier to stay in the deer blind ...

MARSHALL — The special election for the Marshall Public School District’s $2 million, 10-year operating referendum will be held on Tuesday. Community members can vote at Marshall Middle School from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., entering through the main doors. The Independent sat down with Marshall ...

SLAYTON — The Murray County Central school district is holding a vote for an operating levy increase, to revoke and replace the current referendum, on Tuesday in a special election. The district is asking Murray County residents to revoke the current referendum revenue of $625.69 per ...

COTTONWOOD — The Lakeview Public School district is holding a special election on Tuesday for a capital project technology levy referendum, that would bring in $250,000 annually up to 10 years to maintain technology infrastructure, security and Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. ...

MARSHALL — Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday – and in addition to setting the clocks back an hour, it might be a good time to test your smoke alarm, the American Red Cross said. This week, the Red Cross encouraged Minnesotans to check their smoke alarms, and change the batteries if ...