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John Schenk, who lives in St. Cloud, walked into the Springfield Area Community Center in his hometown the afternoon of Monday, June 18, to take part in a Red Cross blood drive. This trip was a little more special than previous ones.
For the 272nd time, Schenk stretched out his left arm and gave...
Springfield is a very attractive and well-maintained community,” says Richard F. Almich, who as interim city manager, is getting acquainted in his office and in the community. “I’m impressed with the quality of public buildings, the schools, churches and nursing home, the beautiful parks and...
Lang’s Meat Market will soon close after nearly 40 years, owners Pat and Kim Lang announced last week.
The retail part of the business will remain open for the week, the Langs said during a recent interview. “We’ll be open until our inventory is down and all orders are filled.”
The company...
“Music was always encouraged and promoted in our home,” said 2018 Springfield Teacher of the Year Julie Prechel during a recent interview.
“We all played some kind of instrument and we all took piano lessons,” recalled Julie, the oldest of eight children of Bob and Helen Landkammer. The...
“The things that I do, I do because I love to do them,” says Cheryl Diede, recipient of the 2018 Spirit of Springfield Award. “If someone feels I have made a difference in someone’s life, that makes a difference for me.”
She was presented the award at a dinner program and celebration sponsored by...
Salutatorian Anna Plotz reflected on school days past, recalling times of achievements in academics, arts and athletics, state championships, friendship and fun times. She expressed thanks to the teachers and school staff that inspired graduates throughout the 13 years of school, and community...
This week is National EMS Week, and its campaign theme is “Stronger Together.”
The annual EMS STRONG campaign provides opportunities to recognize the emergency medical services community, enhance and strengthen the profession on a national level, and expand and celebrate National EMS Week, May 20-...
The Farmers and Merchants Bank of Springfield (F&M) is celebrating a century of service with activities this week.
A community dinner is being served from 5:00 to 7:00 today in the Springfield Area Community Center where music will be provided by the James McGuire Jazz Trio. All are welcome...
After staying his welcome by at least one month, old man winter has left southern Minnesota for good this season — but not without some strong reminders of the effects that weather has on people’s everyday activities. This April will undoubtedly go on record as our worst — the snowiest and among...
A total of five students from the River Valley speech team participated at the Minnesota State High School League Class A Speech Tournament held at Apple Valley High School on Saturday, April 21. Each participant involved put in a tremendous amount of work throughout the season to earn the...
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