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Experience, enthusiasm follow new principal
BY LEE CARLSONFor the St. James Plaindealer Although the new administrator at Northside Elementary will be a principal for the first time, Keri Murphy brings… Login to continue reading Login…

Timely teacher tribute
BY LEE CARLSON For the St. James Plaindealer Friesen receives Golden Apple Award A pleasant surprise capped the 2024-2025 year for Northside Elementary School teacher… Login to continue reading Login…
On track for a good time
The 2025 version of Railroad Days will run from Monday, June 16, through Sunday, June 22, with entertainment and activities for all age groups.

St. James proves perfect fit for Fox 9 broadcast
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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.

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…
Blomgren named state FSA executive director
Butterfield main appointed by Trump Administration May 5 Kurt Blomgren of Butterfield recently was appointed executive director for the USDA Farm Service Agency in Minnesota.… Login to continue reading Login…