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Christmas lights spread the joy

It's all about spreading the joy of Christmas.

BREAKING NEWS: Blooming Prairie hires new city administrator

On a unanimous vote by the Blooming Prairie City Council on Monday night, Dec.

Gearing up for the holidays

Temperatures were not near 40 degrees as they were last year for the Blooming Prairie Area Chamber of Commerce Holida

BP Backpack Program still making a difference after 2 years

Blooming Prairie's Backpack Program has made a difference after two years in operation, claims coordinator Karen

Cocoa, cookies, Kris Kringle, and cheer

The magic of the holiday season can bring joy to the hearts of people of all ages.

Learning Innovation Grant Program gives K-M students more options

When discussing the Learning Innovation Grant Program, Kasson-Mantorville Director of Teaching and Learning Kelly Bra

Lion Paul Dale and leader dog teach students about blindness

Blooming Prairie Lions Club member Paul Dale and his Leader Dog, a Golden Retriever, met at school 2 1/2 years ago.

Blooming Prairie artisans help with Christmas village

The Blooming Prairie stamp of approval was placed on Christmas decorations for the Village of Yesteryear in Owatonna.

Knights of Columbus keeps kids warm this winter

The Owatonna Knights of Columbus distributed 72 new coats to families in need on Nov. 8. 

Gobble Wobble runners make room for turkey at Thanksgiving run in BP

Thanksgiving Day is traditionally a time when people offer thanks for their many blessings.

TWICE IS NICE

It’s becoming a familiar feeling for the Owatonna Huskies.

‘We picked ear by ear’

An old farm adage says "It's all in the barn."

Blossoms’ dream season ends in semifinal loss

MINNEAPOLIS, Mn.

Mike and Sandy Jones are BP Citizens of the Year

If you missed the annual meeting of the Blooming Prairie Area Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, Nov.

BP FFA chapter joins hands with Ronald McDonald

The Blooming Prairie Future Farmers of America (FFA) chapter is once again joining hands with the Ronald McDonald Hou

Blooming Prairie loves its veterans

Blooming Prairie truly loves its veterans, and even its neighbors who may be veterans.

Wizard of Oz is a real crowd pleaser for all ages

Any successful theatrical production begins with an energetic and enthusiastic cast.  The latest offering of “The Wiz

Helping hands

Student leaders from the Alternative Learning Center in Owatonna have been helping to setup the trees and fluff their