We’ve just passed Labor Day and what is traditionally considered the heart of election season. It’s the moment, according to political lore, when most Americans start paying attention to electoral contests. This may or may not be true, but here’s one thing I think we can count on: This is when politicians seeking office are most eager to understand the mood and concerns of the electorate.
SMITHVILLE — A recess aide supervises students during recess periods, aiming to create a cooperative and safe atmosphere, and assisting with play. At Horizon Elementary in Smithville, Robert McBee not only fulfills this role, but exceeds it for the 450 students at the school.
There’s something wonderful and exhilarating about getting lost on purpose. What I mean by this is, taking off driving in unfamiliar territory trying to find new places you’ve never been to. And if you happen to be with someone you love and the weather’s nice and you’ve got food on hand and your tank is full — well, then, it’s an adventure!
The following artists are showing Friday and Saturday at the Hutchinson Arts & Crafts Festival: • Tyra Jessey, Wicked Natural Soap; • Robert Billiet, Bob B Studio; • Rennae McCarthy, Collars for Canines; • Sara Davis, Craft Quest; • Tailyn Beerbower, Tailyn Jade Designs; • Eva Vavreck-Vollmers, Taxi.cabCreations; • Bridgette Pinder, Grounded Gardens; • Janessa Hoffman, Janessa Marie Handmade; • Seth Mattison, Seth Thomas Art; • Stefanie Morgan, Buttery Bliss Bakery; and • Loni Landsman, Loganberry Original. For more information, call the Hutchinson Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism at 320-587-5252.
BY AMANDA LUBINSKI ALubinski@cherryroad.com Submitted photo From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Grain farmers across central and southern Minnesota spend countless hours growing corn and soybeans — fields fill the countryside and are a large part of the regional economy. It wasn’t always this way, however.
Manny Pearce runs for three TDS in win In a battle of Tigers, Hutchinson roared loudest Friday. One Tiger was especially loud with his performance.
Nature enthusiasts are known to say that spending time in the great outdoors has a positive effect on their mental and physical well-being, especially as the temperatures are more fall-like. Such an outlook is more than mere speculation, as it turns out spending time in nature provides a host of health benefits that might surprise even the most devoted outdoors enthusiasts.
The following schedule is for Sept. 13-19: Friday, Sept.
By AMY WILDE For the Litchfield Rail A divided Litchfield City Council approved a double-digit levy increase during its Sept. 3 meeting.