Goodhue Living Celebrates First Year

It has been one year since the Goodhue Living facility opened and a special event is being planned for October 15th from 1-4 PM that will include outdoor activities for all ages, music, refreshments …

County to Assume Patrol in Goodhue

On August 9th Goodhue Police Chief Josh Smith unexpectedly resigned his position with the city of Goodhue. Two days later the remaining full time officer and five part-time officers also turned in …

HERO Project Rides Through Community

Project hero, an organization which supports veterans in their fight against disabilities, and PTSD came through the area as part of the Great Lakes Challenge, which began in the Saint Paul. The …

The Wildcats blow out the Rushford-Peterson Football Team 33-6!

9/15/2023 Goodhue Running back Grant Reed rushed for 3 touchdowns and 134 yards to lead the Cats over the Trojans of Rushford-Peterson! Gavin Schafer also rushed for 36 yards and scored a …

The Wildcat football team beats Blooming Prairie 33-7!

9/22/23 Goodhue quarterback Luke Roschen passed for 3 touchdowns and 241 yards to lead the Wildcats over the Blossoms of Blooming Prairie! Marcus Young was the leading receiver for the Cats by …

Goodhue shuts down the Ramblers!

September 8, 2023 The Goodhue Football Team shut out Winona Cotter 41-0. Running back Grant Reed scored 2 touchdowns, Gavin Schafer, Mason Young, Jack Carlson and Nathan Beck each scored a …

40th Class Reunion

The Goodhue High School class of 1983 observed their 40th class reunion on Friday, August 18th. The evening began with a tour of the school building which has undergone 2 major additions/renovations …

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A Minnesotan

Wade in the water, wade in the water children. Wade in the water, God’s going to trouble the water. Well it’s Labor Day and this marks the start of school and the end of summer activities. Which …

An Apple A Day

In last month’s article, I presented a solution to the increasing health challenge of Metabolic Syndrome. In that article, eight specific steps were recommended for beginning the process of …

Special Golf Event to Support Domestic Violence Awareness Month

The Jewel Golf Club in Lake City is hosting a special golf event to raise awareness about domestic violence and thank first responders for their service to the public on Friday, October 13, 2023. …

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Obituaries

David Charles "Punky" Sibley

David Charles "Punky" Sibley, 65, of Zumbrota, went home Tuesday, September 26th surrounded by his daughters. David was born December 21, 1957 in Rochester to David Eugene and LaVonne Mae (Fieck) …

Margaret Laurinda Dankers

Margaret Laurinda Dankers, 85, formerly of Goodhue, Minnesota, passed away peacefully in Ellsworth, Wisconsin on Friday, September 29th, 2023. She spent her final days surrounded by loved ones …

Maurice “Morrie” Walter Alms

Maurice “Morrie” Walter Alms, 87, of Red Wing, died Tuesday, September 26, 2023, at Deer Crest, surrounded by his family. He was born October 5, 1935, in Red Wing, to Mildred Alms. He grew up in …

Gwendolyn Elaine (Lexvold) Fredrickson, “Lex”

Gwendolyn Elaine (Lexvold) Fredrickson, “Lex”, 99, died September 21, 2023, peacefully at home, after a fall. Elaine was born in Goodhue County March 17, 1924. Raised on her parents rural …

Rebecca “Becky” Mary Arendt

Rebecca “Becky” Mary Arendt, 70, of Bellechester, passed away at her home on September 1, 2023, with her family by her side. She was born July 25, 1953, in Zumbrota to Louis and Helen (Miller) …

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3 ways business executives can benefit from yoga and meditation

(BPT) - The business world can be a stressful place. When working as a business executive, you can feel overwhelmed by the responsibilities of being a leader in a world that requires relentless …

What the end of the student loan pause means for teachers

After a three-year pause, student loan repayments will resume. TeacherCertification.com explored how existing forgiveness programs affect teachers.

2021 was a record year for hit-and-runs—here's what to do if you're a victim

The General used data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to compare how rates of hit and runs in 2021 compare to previous years.

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Cutest Baby Contest Winner announced

Cooper Bonnin, son of Courtney and Corey Bonnin of Goodhue, was the winner of the Minnesota Citizens Concerned for Life’s Cutest Baby Picture Contest held at the 2023 Goodhue County Fair, August …

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Goodhue runs over Lewiston-Altura 40-0!

Grant Reed led the Wildcat rushing attack with 3 touchdown runs. His touchdown runs were for 3, 30, and 66 yards. Max Loos led the Wildcat receivers with 2 touchdown catches for 3 and 30 yards. …

2021 was a record year for hit-and-runs—here's what to do if you're a victim

The General used data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to compare how rates of hit and runs in 2021 compare to previous years.

Keep Power Bills Down

(NAPSI)—Now is the time for New York residents to make sure their homes are as energy efficient as possible when storms and cold temperatures hit and in the rare event of a power outage. …

The musical instruments adults most regret quitting

Wish you had stuck with piano lessons as a kid? Skoove looked at YouGov data and found the top 12 instruments people most regret quitting.

Sustainability is more than recycling: The importance of understanding product lifecycle

(BPT) - Looking for sustainable packaging when shopping is an important step for reducing your environmental footprint. For many people, this means seeking packaging that is recyclable. While …

Cotton farmers across globe commit to sustainable cotton production

(BPT) - Consumer demand for sustainable cotton is at an all-time high. But for farmers, sustainability isn’t just a word on a clothing tag. It’s a dedication that begins before a single …