June 2025
Church Schedules
Albion Lutheran Church LCMC Pastor Robert Springer 507-758-1027, 10454 250th Ave, St. James Thursday: Bazaar Sewing; 2 p.m. WOW with Bible Study Sunday: 9 a.m.… Login to continue reading Login…

Johnson receives Edward Jones Century Award
Marissa K. Johnson, an Edward Jones financial advisor in St. James, recently received the firm’s exclusive Century Award for outstanding performance during her first five years as a financial advisor with the firm. She was one of only 1,233 financial advisors to receive this award.

Congress still is not serious about the national debt
An intriguing thing has been happening in Washington. After years — decades, really — when concerns about the growing federal debt were largely set aside,… Login to continue reading Login…

EDA celebrates groundbreaking for Crystal Clean Car Wash
St. James EDA participated along with other city officials and business leaders in a groundbreaking June 10 for Crystal Clean Car Wash.
TRAPSHOOTING: St. James’ season ends at Alexandria
BY LEE CARLSONFor the St. James Plaindealer Hopes for a return to the state meet fell short for the St. James Area trapshooting team as… Login to continue reading Login…

Making a difference
A topic that has run across my “desk” a few times recently is the concept of “Greater Minnesota versus the Metro,” and I really think we are winning out here.…

Students assist with blood drive
BY LEE CARLSONFor the St. James Plaindealer The American Legion hosted a blood drive June 19, with assistance from the St. James High School chapter… Login to continue reading Login…

Future educators sign official intent
St. James High School held a ceremony May 28 for Future Teacher Signing Day to recognize 2025 graduates intending to become a teacher or coach. Held in the foyer outside the Event Center, each senior was joined by someone who inspired them.

Extreme heat forces Railroad Days adjustments
BY LEE CARLSONFor the St. James Plaindealer The 2025 Railroad Days served as a good lesson about the difference between planning and control as extreme… Login to continue reading Login…
Mandt joins Madelia Health
Colton Mandt has joined the physical therapy department at Madelia Health.