Maple River Messenger Online

Nathan and Mary Ulrich were named the 2026 Blue Earth County Farm Family of the year. Pictured are Nathan's parents Dean & Kay, Nathan & Mary, daughter Krystal, niece Hattie, daughter Brianna, niece Nora, daughter Samantha (Moore), nephew Jasper, sister-in-law Kelly, brother Garrett and nephew Calvin Ulrich. Not pictured is daughter Ashley Ulrich.

Farm Famiily of the Year

August 11, 2026

Nathan & Mary Ulrich Chosen for Blue Earth CountyBY STEVEN SHUTEMaple River MessengerRAPIDAN TOWNSHIP — For Nathan and Mary Ulrich, farming is...

SUBMITTED PHOTOS
Jewels is a senior pit bull terrier at Martin County Humane Society who has a sponsor.

Shelters Send Out SOS

Area rescues are at capacity and seek helpIt’s not a great time to be a dog or cat in need of a permanent home these days — even a temporary home...

Printed Paper Online

August 13, 2026

RR & BG - 08/13/26

August 11, 2026

10 YEARS AGO, 2016Bob and Dara Stevens family of Vernon Center, Minn., have been designated as the Blue Earth County Farm Family of the year.Local members of the Bayside...

St. John's Prepares for 150th

August 11, 2026

Mapleton council approves emergency repairsMAPLETON, Minn. The Mapleton City Council approved emergency infrastructure repairs, authorized park alterations, and granted a...

Business Spotlight: Mapleton Offers Quality Care Close to Home

August 11, 2026

Since 1965 Mapleton Community Home has provided something especially valuable for area families — the opportunity for older adults to receive the care they need without...

Business Spotlight: True Real Estate’s Rachel McGregor

August 11, 2026

McGregor named Greater Mankato United Way 2026 Volunteer of the YearMAPLETON - Home is where the heart is, and that seems to be the case for Rachel...

Obituary - Glen Samuelson

August 11, 2026

Glen John SamuelsonGlen Samuelson, age 97, of Mapleton, left his earthly home on August 1, 2026 at the Mapleton Community Home. Memorial Service...

Obituary - Shirley Johnson

A Celebration of Life Service for Shirley O. Johnson, 91, of Fairmont, MN, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, August 10, 2026, at St. Paul...

Obituary - Kathy Byram

Kathy ByramKathryn ‘Kathy’ Byram, age 82, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2026, at the Mapleton Community Home. A visitation will be held on...

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