Newsletter-Early-Week

An introduction to fishing
Thirty-three kids came out to the North Shelter in Memorial Park June 5 to learn about fishing. They left after learning about types of fish they might encounter on a fishing trip, different techniques for catching and handling fish, and the safety of fishing in general.
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…
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…

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…
Featuring the best of small town baseball: Town Ball Tour will highlight St. James
BY LEE CARLSONFor the St. James Plaindealer Town Ball Tour will make a June 4 stop in St. James The Town Ball Tour is coming… Login to continue reading Login…
Season of superior music announced
BY LEE CARLSONFor the St. James Plaindealer Allied Concert Series includes variety of musical styles Courtesy of a reciprocal agreement between the Watonwan County Entertainment… Login to continue reading Login…

Saints trapshooters aim for Alexandria
BY LEE CARLSONFor the St. James Plaindealer Team looks to earn state meet qualification Conference action wrapped up for the St. James Area trapshooting team… Login to continue reading Login…

State FFA recognizes Runge’s talent
BY LEE CARLSONFor the St. James Plaindealer St. James senior sees career path in ag education project Keeley Runge came away with the top award… Login to continue reading Login…

Posters raise mental health awareness
BY KATIE ROIGERFor the St. James Plaindealer Area elementary students participate in contest Schools in Watonwan County kicked off Mental Health Awareness Month with a… Login to continue reading Login…