Fairmont to Update Website and Advances Proposal to Increase Midco’s Franchise Fee
(FAIRMONT )— The Fairmont City Council has approved a company to replace the city’s outdated website and advanced a proposal to increase cable television franchise fees. The council unanimously approved CivicPlus to replace the city’s current website, which has been in place since 2013 and does not meet accessibility requirements. [...]
Historic Bank Building Being Restored in Lewisville
(Lewisville, Minn.) – Altenburg Construction is working to restore Lewisville’s historic bank building, originally built in 1902, and turn it into new office space for the company. President Andrew Altenburg says the three-year renovation project focuses on preserving the building’s early 20th-century appearance, including its original vaults, exposed brick and [...]
Lewisville Ambulance Transitions to Community Medical Response Unit
(Lewisville) Lewisville’s ambulance service has transitioned to a community medical response unit due to a shortage of volunteers. The change took effect October first and means the department can no longer transport emergency patients.The service has just seven members and responds to about 40 emergency calls a year. Nearby communities, [...]
Many Halloween Festivities Planned Throughout Fairmont
FAIRMONT — Halloween festivities are planned throughout Fairmont this weekend, with activities for children and adults. Downtown Prowl the Plaza will take place Friday, October 30, from 4 to 5 p.m., with 29 businesses, organizations and families participating. That’s up from 18 last year. Trick-or-treating is also planned at Ingleside [...]
Imagine Martin Launching New Monthly Concert Series
FAIRMONT — Imagine Martin is launching a new monthly concert series at The Hive in Fairmont, featuring music, songwriting and storytelling. The series, called “This Song’s for You,” begins Sunday, November 1st, at 7 p.m. with musician Radoslav Lorkovic. Performances will continue on the first Sunday of each month through [...]
Elementary Students in Fairmont Getting Emotional Support from a Fury Friend
FAIRMONT — Fairmont Elementary students are getting extra emotional support from a four-legged friend. Hazen, a therapy dog, works alongside school social worker Amy Becker to help students feel comfortable and connected at school. Since the school year began, Hazen has greeted students in the morning and participated in classroom [...]
