Kenyon Market Sold to New Local Owners

After announcing earlier this summer the market was for sale or may close, Pete Wagner, owner of Kenyon Market in Kenyon confirmed a deal has been reached to sell the store to new local owners, …

A New Season: KW School Board Candidates Up for Election

With a new election season in full swing, many changes are on the horizon. Candidates are running for many offices this season, including the KW School Board. The Messenger recently was able to hear …

Congratulations to our 2026 King Oliver Bauer and Queen Peytyn Feyereisn

K-W Noble Knights of the Week for 9-25-26

Front Row: Violet Greseth KG Mrs. Cheryl Dahl Oliver Strand KG Mrs. Mandi Kyllo-Lunde Brooks Falenschek Gr. 1 Mrs. Katie Benbrooks Addelyn Gearhart Gr. 1 Mr. Tony Donkers Kian Chang …

Randy Hockinson Inducted into Minnesota Region 1A Hall of Fame

Retired Kenyon-Wanamingo Activities Director Randy Hockinson (right) was inducted into the Minnesota Region 1A Hall of Fame on September 21 at the Rochester Event Center. Matt Nelson (left), a …

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 …

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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

Susan Kay Windhorst

Susan Kay Windhorst; 79, of Wanamingo passed away unexpectedly Friday, September 25, 2026, at her home. She was born in Red Wing on April 15, 1947, to Garvin and Helen (Swanson) Broin. She graduated …

Joann Rosemary (Bird) Atkinson

Joann Rosemary (nèe Bird) Atkinson, 89, of Zumbrota, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 27, 2026. She was born on October 15, 1936, in Minneapolis, MN to Robert and Hazel (nèe …

David George Inman

David George Inman, 79, of Kenyon, died on September 18, 2026, at the VA Hospital in Minneapolis. He was born April 2, 1947, in Northfield, the son of Frederick and Kathleen (Sacht) Inman. David …

Joyce Sanford Fredrickson

Joyce Sanford Fredrickson, 95, of Wanamingo, MN, passed away Sunday, September 13, 2026, at Samaritan Bethany in Rochester, MN. He was born on March 7, 1931, in Faribault, MN, to Joseph and …

Raymond “Ray” Howard Sands

Raymond “Ray” Howard Sands, 95, of Kenyon, died on Monday, September 14, 2026, at his home with his daughters by his side. Ray Sands, a lifelong musician, farmer, was born January 9, 1931, on …

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Highway 56 and Goodhue County Road 9 Converted to Four-Way Stop Sept. 21

DENNISON, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Transportation converted the intersection of Highway 56 and Goodhue County Road 9 into a four-way stop on Sept. 21 as a way to reduce vehicle …

2026 K-W Homecoming Royalty

9th Grade Attendants Gianna Keller Braxton Moechnig 10th Grade Attendants Avery Tupa Ben Scheffler Junior Attendants Maddyn Alexander Liam Sommer Foreign Exchange Students …

My Happy Place celebrates 10 Years in Business

My Happy Place gift boutique in Zumbrota is marking 10 years in business on Saturday, September 26 with an open house celebration. Owned by Sara Hartzell, the store offers a unique selection of new …

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Class of '76 Reunion

On August 29th the Wanamingo class of 1976 held its 50th reunion. They believe that this was the biggest class in Wanamingo history, For starters, the reunion participants met at the school and had a …

NEWS SPLASH

I have to say, the best part about living in a small town is the way people care about the amenities the town has to offer. I could give many examples, but I think you know what I mean. I am happy to …

Meet your 2026 Champion All American Dairy Show FFA Judging Team!

Team 1st Overall 2nd Reasons 1st Jerseys 1st Guernseys Hanna Gudknecht- 1st Overall, 2nd Reasons, 1st Guernseys, 1st Jerseys Ben Scheffler- 2nd Overall Cora Foss- 8th Overall, …

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.