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Needed: Homes for sale

The Steele County housing market has been tight for some time, but not quite as tight as it is today.

A lifetime of serving the community

Born just west of Medford, Mayor Lois Nelson has served the community she calls home for many years.

Closed: Blooming Prairie’s part-time clinic

Mayo Clinic Health System’s part-time clinic and pharmacy in Blooming Prairie is officially closed.

COVID shots begin in Steele County

Recognizing some shots have a burn to them, Steele County Public Health Director Amy Caron said “I felt nothing” afte

Medford city administrator resigns post

Medford will begin the new year without a city administrator.

Pair of Huskies nominated for ExCEL Award

Each high school in Minnesota can nominate one junior boy and girl for the Excellence in Community, Education and Lea

Faith plays key role in Eaker’s cancer fight

Writing out Christmas cards is normal for many people, but for Donnavon Eaker it is something she hasn’t done for qui

‘He is at peace’

It’s not the outcome family and friends had hoped for, but they are now taking comfort in knowing Ralph Diaz is in a

BP native stars in first ever mystery on Disney Channel

Josh Braaten continues his acting career by starring in an upcoming first of its kind for Disney Channel.

A teen filled with holiday magic

He may not be dressed as Santa Claus, but an Owatonna teenager could just as well be as he is filling his neighborhoo

MARRIED & MERRY Mr. and Mrs. Arndt | Est. 1950

COVID-19 has shuttered many things this past year, but love is one thing that the virus has been unable to stop, at l

BP nursing home expects vaccine by Dec. 28

The COVID-19 vaccine has been approved for emergency use by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Steele County

New Hwy. 14 to feature deer crossing aimed at reducing crashes

While construction of a new Hwy.

Thiele named to state sheriff’s group

The area’s top cop has been named to an executive position within a prestigious state organization.

BREAKING NEWS: Pedestrian dies from injuries in Owatonna crash

An elderly man has died from injuries he sustained after being hit by a vehicle while walking in Owatonna.

Owatonna surpasses $100M in building permit valuations

For the first time in the city’s history, Owatonna recently topped the $100 million mark in building permit valuation

Salvation Army needs an army this year

COVID-19 has impacted just about everyone in Steele County – from those in need to those who traditionally ring the b