May 2025

When it comes to Miss St. James, it takes two
Katelyn Friesen, Keyana Haler will team up on the role
New look, feel coming to St. James Plaindealer next week
CherryRoad Media Several weeks ago we reported on a new style and format that CherryRoad Media is bringing to a number of its newspapers around… Login to continue reading Login…
County affordable housing program sees strong start
Ten applications received so far, funding still available The Watonwan County Affordable Housing Aid Program has received strong interest since its launch, with 10 applications… Login to continue reading Login…
CORRECTION
The May 22 Plaindealer column written by Lee Carlson misidentified Nate Schema‘s professional role. Schema is CEO of Good Samaritan.
Northside Art is a community project
BY LEE CARLSONFor the St. James Plaindealer Bringing people together was a work of art With the retirement of veteran art instructor Lisa Becker, Northside… Login to continue reading Login…
SOFTBALL: Saints eliminated from section play in 12-2 loss
BY LEE CARLSONFor the St. James Plaindealer Fairmont’s two big innings end game early A tight game in favor of the St. James turned into… Login to continue reading Login…

Becker represents the art of teaching
BY LEE CARLSONFor the St. James Plaindealer St. James teacher looks back on career Whether you recognize her teaching of art, or the art of… Login to continue reading Login…
On a quiet night, we can hear it growing
Luke 24: 44 “Jesus said unto them, These are the words which I spake unto you, while I was yet with you, that all things must be fulfilled, which were written in the law of Moses, and in the prophets, and in the psalms, concerning me.”

TOWN BALL: Ninth-inning fireworks fuel A’s win
BY LEE CARLSONFor the St. James Plaindealer The final at bat for the St. James A’s began as a long shot, but the local amateur… Login to continue reading Login…

TRACK AND FIELD: St. James-Madelia sends large contingent to section meet
Section 2A Track and Field action will begin at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Mankato West High School. High placings by St. James-Madelia athletes and relays… Login to continue reading Login…