Le Sueur County News

08/19/2024

The atmosphere at Belle Plaine's Tiger Park was nothing short of electric Sunday evening when the Le Sueur Braves took the field in the MBA State tournament for the first time in two decades as they faced off against the Madison Mallards.

The atmosphere at Belle Plaine's Tiger Park was nothing short of electric Sunday evening when the Le Sueur Braves took the field in the MBA State tournament for the first

08/18/2024

This week, our 507 OUTDOORS columnist talked about early mornings and the discoveries one might make in their own yard.

I attempt to raise plants that help the environment and attract the creatures I enjoy watching. While watching, I write, and for as long as I can remember, my days

08/15/2024

Over four decades, the Holickys have kept their sisterhood bond alive with elaborate costumes, themes and games that have made every family gathering a can’t miss event.

When you have a family as large as the 10 Holicky sisters of Le Center, getting everyone together in one place is no easy task. But for over four decades,

08/15/2024

This weeks SouthernMinn Scene Editor's Choice picks include the Le Sueur County Fair.

Runs Aug. 15-18. Grandstand includes a demo derby Aug. 16 and a truck and tractor pull Aug. 17. Live music includes Doug Traxler Aug. 15; Little Chicago and Open Highway

08/14/2024

The usual carnival rides and games, grandstand events, music and more are returning to the Le Sueur County Fairgrounds this summer, alongside some brand new events, including a cowboy mounted shooting competition.

The usual carnival rides and games, grandstand events, music and more are returning to the Le Sueur County Fairgrounds this summer, alongside some brand new events, including a cowboy mounted

08/14/2024

This year is shaping up to be a contentious election season in Le Sueur County, including for Le Sueur mayor, Le Center and Cleveland council seats, School Board seats and more. Check out who filed to run.

This year is shaping up to be a contentious election season in Le Sueur County as a flurry of candidates have started to campaign for municipal, School Board and countywide

08/13/2024

Representatives of the Federal Emergency Management Agency have set up shop in the Waterville Area Senior Center to help facilitate reimbursement for flood victims.

Representatives of the Federal Emergency Management Agency will set up shop in the Waterville Area Senior Center to help facilitate reimbursement for flood victims starting next week.

08/12/2024

The first class of graduates from the University of Minnesota Extension’s new Ready, Set Grow! program took their parents and sponsors on a tour of the children’s garden in residence to showcase everything they’ve learned.

A new garden filled with fresh vegetables, herbs and flowers has taken root behind the Ziebarth Learning Center in Le Sueur. The leafy green oasis, featuring a mix of foliage

08/11/2024

This week, our 507 OUTDOORS columnist speaks of catfish and one of the best catfisherman of all time, Otis (Toad) Smith.

This time of year, my thoughts always turn to catfish.

08/09/2024

Painting the town isn’t an idiom for Le Sueur artist Lana Beck, it’s her passion.

08/09/2024

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📅 Never miss a moment with our event schedule!
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08/08/2024

This week's SouthernMinn Scene Editor's Choice picks include Jeff Christ at The Bar & Grill in Le Sueur.

Acoustic guitar tunes.

08/07/2024

Familiar and fresh faces on the Le Sueur police force, along with other emergency responders, gathered with the community at the United Methodist Church of Le Sueur and St. Anne's Catholic Church Tuesday evening.

Every year, Le Sueur's Night to Unite gives the public a chance to share a bite with the police officers, firefighters and EMS personnel who work to make the community

08/06/2024

WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris picked Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz to be her running mate on Tuesday, according to three people familiar with the decision.

08/05/2024

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08/05/2024

Don't worry. If you have a 507 number now, it won't change. But with 507 numbers near exhaustion, new numbers issued in the region will begin using a new area code.

Starting last week, southern Minnesota residents may have noticed that they need to dial all 10 digits to call even a local phone number. That’s because Minnesota’s Public Utilities Commission

08/05/2024

Following in the footsteps of the Legion team, the Le Sueur town ball team is headed to state. Congratulations to the Braves!

The Le Sueur Braves started their playoff run in Ga***rd on Saturday, Aug. 3, as they played two games over the weekend in the Region 6C tournament. Their first game

08/04/2024

This week, our 507 OUTDOORS columnist gives some tips for taking a youngster fishing.

It’s been a long time since I fished with someone under 5. My grandson is 3 and has a sudden and powerful urge to fish.

08/02/2024

Corner Drug and Le Sueur-Henderson Community Education’s second annual sidewalk chalk art campaign drew in a large haul to fight against Alzheimer’s disease.

08/01/2024

This week's SouthernMinn Scene Editor's Choice picks include Giant Days in Le Sueur.

Events kick off with teen night Thursday, Aug. 1 at 8 p.m. Friday includes food and drink booths, entertainment and music from The Fabulous Armadillos with Chris Hawkey. The events

07/30/2024

Le Sueur Public Services Director Foster Transburg was recognized for his work to better the efficiency of the city’s wastewater treatment facilities.

07/29/2024

A boy seen jumping off a bridge west of Le Sueur on Friday was reported uninjured by responding law enforcement.

07/28/2024

Our 507 OUTDOORS columnist was nervous as he read a new book on the life of writer Norman Maclean, who wrote the famous "A River Runs Through It." But he was pleasantly surprised with the skillfully crafted biography.

There are few things in the world tougher than writing a good biography, especially a good biography about someone like Norman Maclean that has a cult following in the world

07/26/2024

Home child-care providers raised concerns their businesses would be made obsolete by a litany of new state regulations.

At Amy Lee Sellner’s home daycare in Le Center, things can get a little messy. It’s a common sight to find kids with fingers sticky from making crafts and soles

07/25/2024

With the inaugural appearance of the first Miss Le Sueur-Henderson, a WWII fighter jet flyover to kickoff the parade and the return of classic events, Le Sueur’s annual Giant Days celebration is looking to leave a big impact.

With the inaugural appearance if the first Miss Le Sueur-Henderson and her fellow princesses, a WWII fighter jet flyover to kickoff the parade and the return of classic events like

07/25/2024

This week's SouthernMinn Scene Editor's Choice picks include Mud Girl Run.

The ultimate obstacle race for women of all ages, shapes, and sizes. Run, walk, climb, slide, crawl, and laugh your way through 17+ obstacles on a 3-mile course. Tickets online.

07/24/2024

The Le Sueur Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for its latest member, Jaime Beck's travel agency Jaime's Travitude.

Since taking her first trip to San Diego at the age of 11, Jaime Beck got a travel bug that she’s never been able to shake.

07/22/2024

A cavalcade of tractors, trucks and semis ran hot and fast at the annual Pioneer Power Summer Pull.

Dan Kes could see his children and grandchildren watching from the sidelines as he approached the Pioneer Power dirt track on his trusty Farmall 560. The ruby red tractor let

07/21/2024

President Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 race for the White House on Sunday, ending his bid for reelection. Nearly 30 minutes later, Biden throw his support behind Vice President Kamala Harris, the party's instant favorite for the nomination.