August 2025

New leader for nonprofit visits St. James
BY LEE CARLSONFor the St. James Plaindealer Benya Kraus succeeds Tim Penny as SMIF CEO Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation is transitioning to a new president… Login to continue reading Login…

First responders deliver in time of need
BY LEE CARLSONFor the St. James Plaindealer EMS, sheriff personnel recognized for their work in delivery of baby The Aug. 6 EMS meeting was cause… Login to continue reading Login…

Hooked on fishing
Most of us have been in the situation where you get careless for a second and you end up with a mess that lasts significantly… Login to continue reading Login…

Football camp benefits players and coaches alike
BY LEE CARLSONFor the St. James Plaindealer New head coach instills value of ‘Commitment’ during training With a new head coach comes changes, and the… Login to continue reading Login…
Community Fund committee meeting approaches
The St. James Community Fund will hold its annual meeting on Thursday, Aug. 21, at the Watonwan County Library with a 7 p.m. start time. Future plans and a look back will be the main items of business.
At the library
A calendar of events throughout the Watonwan County Library and Multicultural Learning Center James Library. THURSDAY, AUG. 14 Back to School Bash, 4-6 p.m. in… Login to continue reading Login…

A celebration of success on and off the mat
BY LEE CARLSONFor the St. James Plaindealer 75th anniversary event sees nine join SJHS Wrestling Hall of Fame Many months of preparation came to fruition… Login to continue reading Login…

Northside hosts girls basketball camp
BY LEE CARLSONFor the St. James Plaindealer Numbers were up for the 2025 girls basketball camp at Northside Elementary. Camp sessions were split for two… Login to continue reading Login…
At the library
A calendar of events throughout the Watonwan County Library and Multicultural Learning Center James Library. THURSDAY, AUG. 7 M.A.S.H. Trivia for Adults, 2 p.m. in… Login to continue reading Login…

Historical Society expansion honors Steve Anderson
BY LEE CARLSONFor the St. James Plaindealer Long-time board member’s interests represented at ribbon-cutting Longtime board member Steve Anderson was recognized for his contributions at… Login to continue reading Login…