Waseca

The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension has issued a statewide missing person alert for a Waseca teenager.

A former corrections officer at the federal prison in Waseca is now behind bars after admitting having a sexual relationship with an inmate.

The winds were howling big time at Waseca high school on Monday afternoon as the Falcons came in to face the Blue Jays. They had to play on the JV field at the high school, as this spring's weather not only delayed the start of the season for the teams but it also delayed the re-construction of Tink Larson Field.

Sunday night a Waseca man died after his vehicle rolled over and he was ejected from the vehicle. The Wascea county Sheriff's office identified the victim as 42 year old Justin Below from Waseca. The accident occurred on on County Road 9 near County Road 4.

They are reportedly the largest employer in Waseca. And they will be closing up shop by the end of 2018. Quad Graphics, formerly Brown Printing will close by the end of 2018.

They were working and planning to rebuild at Tink Larson field after the fire last year and then the rains and the flooding came. At that all of a sudden was a more important situation to deal with. But the work is set to begin to rebuild what was destroyed on Wednesday...

Habitat for Humanity of Steele-Waseca Area is looking for those interested in getting involved with Habitat for Humanity but not sure if they have time to dedicate to the site. Habitat for Humanity of Steele-Waseca Area is looking for individuals or groups to donate lunch for their construction volunteers during this house build...

The University of Minnesota Southern Research and Outreach Center located just outside Waseca is offering a number of items no longer needed for sale on a sealed bid. Items include a John Deere diesel power shift tractor and a couple of Chevrolet c2500 trucks, John Deere lawn mower, Polaris Ranger, and other smaller items such as a power washer, air compressor, portable generator, chain hoist, fee

The date is set for the 23rd annual Horticulture Day. It will be Saturday, March 4, at the Southern Research and Outreach Center in Waseca. Even though it's a few weeks off, preregistration is required by Monday, February 20. The $25 fee includes morning refreshments, lunch and handout materials...

The Waseca Sleigh and Cutter Festival is in full swing, and it goes throughout the month of February. There is something for everyone, including a parade and fireworks. We sure know how to make Winter fun here in Southern Minnesota. There will be a Curling Bonspiel right on Clear Lake by the Boat House Bar and Grill, and area teams are taking part in the competition...