Ninety years of friendship, still side by side
For over nine decades, Garnette Garden neighbors Mary Ann (Borneke) Gray and Marilyn (Buskey) Smith have shared friendship—one that began in childhood and has deepened with time.
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Keppers receives National VFW Scout Master Certificate of Appreciation
Redwood County VFW Post #2553 recently presented local Scout Master Amanda Keppers a National VFW Scouting Certificate of Appreciation. Scout Master Keppers has done an outstanding job of organizing and recruiting youth and adult leaders to the local scouting program. Redwood County VFW is the Charter Organization for Cub Scout Den #42.
Board approves Opioid Settlement Grant application to SWHHS
During the May 20 board meeting, Redwood County Commissioners recognized Dennis Groebner for 10 years of service to Redwood County.
Belview farmer wins national award in Soybean Yield Contest
Belview farmer Jim Penske was recently honored among the region’s highest-producing soybean farmers in the 2024 Asgrow ® Brand National Yield Contest. Penske won the award with an impressive yield of 91 bushels per acre with Asgrow AG21XF0 Brand.
Parker awarded Life Saving Award
Cheyenne Parker, 8th grader at RVMS, was awarded a Life Saving Award by VFW National CMDR Al Lipphardt for her efforts to save a man that was choking back in March. VFW Post #2553 of Redwood Falls awarded a VFW Commendation to coincide with the National Commanders award. Jerry Ludwig, VFW National Aide-de-Camp and MN VFW Safety Chairman Duane Frank presented the awards to Cheyenne with her family at the end of the school year awards ceremony.
Ross named top Poppy Program donor for Redwood County
VFW member Jim Ross was this year’s top donor for the Redwood County VFW Post #2553 Poppy program. Ross donated $750 to the Poppy program. Ross also donated to the Post Relef Fund and VFW Juniors Baseball team. The public can show their support for Veterans by stopping by the Redwood County VFW Post to pick up poppies. Poppies are available year- round. Donations stay local to help out area veterans in need. Everyone is encouraged to wear poppies for Memorial Day and Veterans Day.
A Fresh Look & Even Fresher Perks – Redwood Falls Gazette Getting a Glow-Up
We are excited to announce that the print edition of the Redwood Falls Gazette is getting a brand-new look and feel this June, thanks to the latest advancements in digital printing. This transformation means sharper images, richer colors, and an even better reading experience – all while maintaining the quality community journalism you rely on every day.
Lower Sioux Veterans Memorial coming August 2026
A groundbreaking ceremony was held on Friday, May 23 for the Lower Sioux Veterans Memorial that is set to be completed August 2026.
Remembering the brave
The Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery in Redwood Falls hosted a Memorial Day Program on Sunday, May 25 to honor the men and women who gave… Login to continue reading Login…
Caps off to RVHS Class of 2025!
Class Color: Plike Royal Blue Class Flower: Hydrangea Class Song: Viva La Vida by Coldplay Class Moto: “If you focus on what you left behind,… Login to continue reading Login…