Local Landowners Fight Powerline

On August 22nd owners of the Bleed Heart Floral Farm in rural Mazeppa held a benefit to raise funds for legal fees to fight the proposed 765kV Extra High Voltage transmission line crossing their …

2026 Wabasha County Farm Family of the Year

The Jostock family farm was established in 1942 when Robert and Audrey Jostock began raising dairy cows and operating a farrow-to-finish hog operation on 200 acres overlooking the Zumbro River near …

Chuck Schwartau Named to NACAA Hall of Fame

Hall of Fame Presentation: JJ Jones, NACAA President, Chuck Schwartau, Carol Schwartau

At the 2026 national meeting of the National Association of County Agricultural Agents (NACAA) Chuck Schwartau, Goodhue, MN, was one of four members nationwide named to the association’s Hall of …

New ALICE Data Shows Rising Cost of Basics Historically Outpaces Overall Inflation in Minnesota

Red Wing– The cost of household necessities in Minnesota has risen faster than inflation for more than 15 years, leaving many households vulnerable to the growing affordability crisis, …

The King & Crooners Show and End of Season Car Show October 10th in Dennison

Chris Olson returns to Dennison in October blending the old with the new in his tribute show, The King & Crooners Show at The Sapphire Event Room. Chris has entertained for many years each fall in …

Big Springs Farm Goes All-In on Pickles for 2026 Fall Festival & Corn Maze

LANESBORO, MN -- Pickles are taking center stage at Big Springs Farm this fall as the farm celebrates its sixth Fall Festival with a 10-acre pickle-themed corn maze and a season full of dill inspired …

Hemp Maze Open Near Zumbrota

The Hemp Maze is open on Highway 52 between Zumbrota and Pine Island. The address is 47385 Hwy 52 Blvd, Zumbrota. The Hemp Maze is a fun walk through a field of hemp, much of which is ten feet tall. …

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Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes

A year ago, I had an hour to pass waiting for someone at St. Mary’s Hospital. I was looking for something to do while they had a test and took the occasion to walk to the patient and visitor …

An Inconvenient Study

Science is a powerful tool. A tool can be used for good, or it can be used improperly, which can result in significant harm. True science is the observation of causes and reactions in a controlled …

A Minnesotan:

The longer I live in the Cities I have become more and more aware of what my husband likes to call the pumpkin spice monsters. A pumpkin spice monster is one who goes crazy for pumpkin spice as soon …

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Obituaries

Janice “Jan” Rose (Jansen) McDonough

Janice “Jan” Rose (Jansen) McDonough, 84, of Mazeppa, MN, passed away unexpectedly on August 8, 2026, at her home. She was born April 13, 1942, in Chili, WI and was the 7th child of 9. Her Father …

Colin Joseph Atkinson

Colin Joseph Atkinson, 89, of Oak Center, MN, died on July 18th, 2026 from complications with ALS. He was born to Merle and Evelyn (Fick) Atkinson on January 6th, 1937 in Wabasha County, MN. He …

Ann Elizabeth (Pierce) Streiff

Ann Elizabeth (Pierce) Streiff, 74, of Zumbrota, Minnesota, died on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at Elysian Fields in Red Wing, Minnesota. Ann was born on October 19, 1951, to Bill and Mary …

Layne “Bing” Edward Bucher

Layne “Bing” Edward Bucher, 89, of Zumbrota, passed away peacefully on May 24th, 2026, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Rochester, MN. Bing was born December 16th, 1936, to Edward and Matie Bucher, …

Scott William Strain

Scott William Strain, 62, of rural Mazeppa, passed away unexpectedly on April 20, 2026. Scott was born to Lloyd and Arlene Strain of Rochester, who preceded him in death. Scott had a strong work …

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Clerk Chatter

The City of Mazeppa had the opportunity to host the Under Secretary of the Department of Agriculture Glen Smith to tour our Wastewater Treatment Facility project. As a newly sworn official, he is …

Mazeppa City Council Meeting - August 12, 2026

Regular Meeting of the Mazeppa City Council Meeting Minutes Wednesday, August 12, 2026 The regular meeting of the Mazeppa City Council was called to order at 6:02 PM by Mayor Chris Hagfors. …

Zumbro Falls City Council Meeting - July 8, 2026

The Zumbro Falls City Council met at City Hall at 6PM. Present at the meeting was Mayor Bruce Heitmann, Clerk/Treasurer Blake Hanson , council persons; Sara Anderson and Eric Winters, along with Fire …

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South Troy Church Ice Cream Social and Sunday Morning Celebration

Historical Happenings

THE MAZEPPA JOURNAL, Editor and Publisher: Barbara and Reider Tommeraas FRIDAY,OCTOBER 26, 1956 SENIOR NEWS The Seniors have been discussing ways of making money for our class trip and thinking of …

Mazeppa Community Trail to host 2nd Annual Monster Dash

The Mazeppa Community Trail is hosting its second annual Mazeppa Monster Dash! The Halloween 5K fun walk/run will be held on Sunday, October 11th at the Herb Vik Athletic field in Mazeppa. Several …

Middle-class students often enjoy many advantages that other students don’t when it comes to getting help at home with their homework.
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‘There’s only so far I can take them’ – why teachers give up on struggling students who don’t do their homework

Not all students have access to the same level of parental help at home. So why are they judged as if they do? Two scholars probe how educators view students who fail to complete their homework.

Madison attorney Phil Buffington announces run for state auditor

Buffington is the third Republican to announce for the auditor's spot as candidates line up for the 2027 Mississippi elections.

La conexión entre la salud bucal y la salud cardiovascular: 4 consejos para proteger tus dientes, encías y corazón

(Feature Impact) Muchas personas piensan que los dentistas y los médicos son profesionales de la salud completamente independientes: uno se encarga de los dientes y la boca, mientras que el otro se …

New tax credit scholarships start in 2027. Could your child qualify?

Understood reports that the Education Freedom Tax Credit (EFTC) launches in 2027, allowing donors up to $1,700 in tax credits for K-12 scholarships for families with disabilities.

Greece’s Golden Visa approvals nearly doubled in 2025 as applications fell

Aegalis reports Greece's Golden Visa approvals nearly doubled in 2025 to 8,879, while new applications dropped by 25% to 7,021, revealing a backlog being processed.