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Fair sponsors motivated by community
BY LEE CARLSONFor the St. James PlaindealerGate sponsorship ‘just felt like the right thing to do’ Memories are fading for many regarding the days when entrance to the Watonwan County Fair required ticket purchases, and this year’s sponsors shared their reasons for continuing the practice of free admission.The 2026 Gate Sponsors were Fast Repair &…
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Library Calendar
Events scheduled at Watonwan County libraries.THURSDAY, APRIL 30Knitting Club, 5 p.m. in St. James. All levels of experience are welcome. Whether you want to learn or have a project to finish, Tessa is here to help!SATURDAY, MAY 2Coffee and Conversation, noon-2 p.m. in Darfur. Enjoy a cup of coffee and some conversation each Saturday.MONDAY, MAY…
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TOWN BALL: A’s fall in seven at Leavenworth
BY LEE CARLSONFor the St. James PlaindealerThe St. James A’s journey to Leavenworth Sunday was shortened with three-run homer by the Orioles Jevan Richert to end the game at 15-3 in the seventh inning.The regular season for the A’s closes with games Tuesday at Hanska and July 26 at Fairfax.Leavenworth enjoyed success with the long…