Naylor’s Pond

In the southwest side of the county is a wildlife management area including a small pond. The Minnesota Department of Wildlife management acquired this property in 1989. It includes a 270 acre …

Triton Welcomes new Teachers

Sue Torgerson is the new elementary special education R, W & M and social skills teacher. Sue graduated from Harmony, MN high school and attended University of Minnesota – Winona. She taught First …

Local Author Writes Children’s Books

In October of 2022, two new children's books hit the market. Focusing on 3rd through 6th grade students, these fantasy mystery books are geared to keep young readers interested without losing focus …

Triton Spotlight

Nancy Fernandez is a senior at Triton this year. Her parents are Nancy & Alberto Fernandez. She has one brother, Sergio and two sisters, Samantha and Salma. She is active in Student Council, …

Triton Spotlight

Poe Broskoff is a senior at Triton this year. His parents are Missy & Jacob Broskoff and he has one brother, Logan. He is active in FFA, We Are One and EARTH Club. He was in Triton track as …

Cobra Communications

It is great to have the students back in the building again! This is always an interesting time of year, because even though it is the start of the school year, mother nature is sending us signals …

Thank You to the Apple Man - Dave Hanson

A huge thank you to the Apple Man - Dave Hanson for opening his farm to our students to learn about apple farming and to eat delicious apples over the years. We wish him well, and are so grateful for …

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Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes

I found this Minneapolis Moline tractor replica at a garage sale I took my wife to. I don’t intentionally do garage sales but occasionally an interesting item pops up. I am at that age where I do …

FEAR

Fear can be in many different aspects of our life. It can be a fear of trying or doing something new or fear of not having enough money, time, new places, job loss, or failing relationships. We are …

Metabolic Syndrome Solution

Metabolic Syndrome was defined in 1998 as a cluster of symptoms related to how your body processes the food you eat each day. A person with Metabolic Syndrome has the following symptoms: • A …

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Obituaries

Randall Cedric Trapp

Randall Cedric Trapp, 78, of Rural Dodge Center, MN passed away on Thursday, September 7, 2023, at Mayo Clinic St. Mary’s Campus in Rochester, MN. Randall was born on April 20, 1945, in …

Rae Maren Jacobson

Rae Maren Jacobson, age 97, of Dodge Center and formerly of Marshall, passed away peacefully at her home in Dodge Center on Wednesday, September 6, 2023. A celebration of life service will be held …

Jane Mary Matti

Jane Mary Matti, 78, of Dodge Center, MN passed away on Saturday, August 12, 2023, at Fairview Care Center in Dodge Center, MN. Jane was born on August 18, 1944, in Owatonna, MN to Herbert and …

Barbara Jane Jensen

Barbara Jane Jensen, 88, of Dodge Center, MN passed away on Monday, July 31, 2023, at Mayo Clinic Hospital Methodist Campus. Barbara was born on August 5, 1934, in Kasson-Mantorville, MN to …

Kelly Marie Brannick

Kelly Marie Brannick, 58, of Dodge Center, MN passed away on Thursday, July 27, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones at Mayo Clinic Methodist Campus in Rochester, MN. She battled fiercely against …

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FFA Members Vie for Selection to Compete in 2023 National FFA Agricultural Proficiency Awards

INDIANAPOLIS (Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023) – More than 20 agricultural teachers and college professors from throughout the U.S. recently met virtually to determine what FFA members and teams will compete …

2023 MN State Fair FFA Show Triton FFA Member Highlights

Participants: Goats: Anna Ridenour, Dasmine Marquardt, and Sydney Rysavy Dairy: Cadence Spearman Swine: John Moenning and Elyssa Robinson Chapter Awards: ● Champion Chapter Meat …

Sickle Cell Disease: More Than Just Growing Pains

(NAPSI)—It’s what every parent wishes they could do for their child: solve the impossible. For Vesha Jamison, that journey began when doctors raised the flag that he needed …

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Meet the 2023 Triton Homecoming Court

Meet this year's homecoming court, enjoy free refreshments and enter a drawing for prizes! September 20 Dodge Center: 7:30-8am in the Activities Area West Concord: 6-6:30pm at the Bell …

Faith in Action Soup and Pie Dinner

Don’t miss out on a chance to support a good cause and have a delicious soup dinner. Faith in Action is a non-profit interfaith organization providing volunteer services to assist senior citizens …

September 12 Field Day on Advancing Soil Health

ROCHESTER, Minn. – Cover crops, small grains, and soil health will be the focus of a free Dodge Soil Water Conservation District (SWCD) and Olmsted SWCD field day on Tuesday, September 12, 2023 …

All Things Duct Cleaning

(NAPSI)—There may be a problem lurking in your house that you can’t even see: dirty ducts. But that doesn’t have to be. The Issue Even with the proper use of filters, your home’s heating and …

Climate change is lengthening growing seasons: How it's impacting every state

Stacker examined how growing seasons have changed across every state with data from the National Centers for Environmental Information.

Climate change is lengthening growing seasons: How it's impacting every state

Stacker examined how growing seasons have changed across every state with data from the National Centers for Environmental Information.

Gear Up for Respiratory Virus Season

(NAPSI)—Here’s news to help you breathe easier: Although respiratory virus season is upon us, you can protect yourself and your loved ones. How? Make sure you’re up to date on all of your …

Quiz: Could hereditary cancer run in your family?

(BPT) - People go to great lengths to decrease their cancer risk. Many of us wear sunscreen, avoid processed foods, go for regular checkups and eat organic produce — but what if your risk is …