January 2022
Red Cross: Donate blood now to help patients avoid delays in care
St. Paul, Minn. – As holiday celebrations continue, concern is rising for the nation’s blood supply, which has now dipped to concerning levels and could force hospitals to hold off on essential blood and platelet transfusions for patients.
COURT REPORTS
Driving without a valid license: Naomi Gonzalez, Madelia, $100 Instruction Permit Violation-Persons 18 years or older: Flor Irayda Orellana, Mankato, $50; Johnny Jr. Molina, St.
Ask a trooper
Question: Now that winter is here, can you talk about winter travel safety? Answer: Snow and ice can make driving a bit more challenging, even if you grew up here. It not only involves knowing what to do while your vehicle is in motion, but preparing carefully before you leave the house and being ready in case of a crash.
Aspiring Entrepreneurs Business Competition
The Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation is hosting a new event in 2022 for aspiring entrepreneurs. Before the foundation has hosted its Entrepreneurial Bridge competition, which was open to college students in the 20 county region of Southern Minnesota.
Butterfield-Odin high school blood drive
Butterfield-Odin High School will be hosting an American Red Cross blood drive in its small gym on Thursday, Jan. 27 from 12 to 5 p.m.

What are some of your Christmas traditions?
Christmas traditions make some of the memories we hold closest to our hearts and remember the most. In St. James, there are a lot of different traditions families do and some that are similar to each other.