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Wednesday, June 19th, 2013
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Mabel City Council still in need of EMTs and First Responders
 
Good Day(s) For Gopher Track and Field
 
State Highway 16 undergoes extensive maintenance
 
Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Facebook Page
 
The Biggest Loser Challenge ends
 
 
 
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Spin Fishing for Trout Workshop at the National Trout Center

By News Team

Fri, Jun 7th, 2013
Posted in Preston Arts & Culture

Join us on Saturday, June 15 at the National Trout Center, Preston, Minn. from 10am – noon for a spin fishing instruction workshop with Jeff Broberg. Broberg is the current President of the Minnesota Trout Association, a National Trout Center Board member, geologist and Vice President at McGhie & Betts Environmental Services in Rochester, Minn. Broberg is also the creative developer of the 9-Hole Fishing Course in Preston. The course is sure to be featured during Jeff’s spin fishing program if weather and water conditions allow class participants to practice on the stream.

During the workshop you will learn about spin fishing equipment and develop or perfect your own spin fishing techniques specific to angling for trout. Please bring your own spin fishing equipment for use during the class. Beginners to advanced anglers are welcome to participate in this program event.

Workshop registration is preferred but not required to attend. To register in advance, please call the National Trout Center: 507-867-8801 or email: info@nationaltroutcenter.org

Also sign up to attend a workshop on June 22, when the Federation of Fly Fishers organization from the Twin Cities will offer a free “Fly Fishing Workshop.” Experienced certified instructors will teach fly casting, fly tying, and fly fishing techniques. For a complete summer program schedule visit: www.nationaltroutcenter.org The National Trout Center is located at 120 St. Anthony St. S. in Preston, MN & is open Thursdays, Fridays, & Saturdays from 10am – 4pm.

Paris meets Preston at French Quarter style art show

By News Team

Fri, Apr 26th, 2013
Posted in Preston Arts & Culture
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Two Friends, Two Countries, Two Cameras is the motto Stacey Hildebrandt and Lynn Lutzi Léger use on their business cards to promote their photography and their art. These photographers will be offering their work at a French Quarter style art show ..... 
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Trout Sculpture unveiled at National Trout Center

By News Team

Fri, Apr 19th, 2013
Posted in Preston Arts & Culture
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During Minnesota’s Trout Opener, on April 13th, you may have noticed avid trout fly fisherman, Paul Lambrecht, out on the streams near Preston. However, at noon Lambrecht appeared at the National Trout Center in downtown Preston for the unveiling ..... 
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Samantha Gibson receives Outstanding Theatre Award, 2013

By News Team

Fri, Apr 19th, 2013
Posted in Preston Arts & Culture
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Gerry Sullivan was the director of the Theatre at Saint Mary’s College from 1959-1967. If it were not for him, there would not be a Theatre Department today. Those who create theatre in state of the art spaces, such as our Page Theatre, must ..... 
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Gospel Quartet Group comes to Preston

By News Team

Fri, Apr 19th, 2013
Posted in Preston Arts & Culture
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The name Still Water may be new to some gospel music fans, but the sounds, energy and faces will be very familiar. Founded in 1994, this group of men has brought their unique talents and ministry to folks all across the country. And even though th ..... 
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Food shelf donation

By News Team

Fri, Mar 22nd, 2013
Posted in Preston Arts & Culture
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On Sunday, February 3, the confirmation class from the Harmony and Preston United Methodist churches hosted a “Souper Bowl” fundraiser. Members of the congregation donated food and paper products to the event. A soup and sandwich lunch was serve ..... 
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One Act team wins Sectionals

By Barb Jeffers

Fri, Feb 1st, 2013
Posted in Preston Arts & Culture
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Fillmore Central’s One Act Team has won first place at competition which was held on Saturday, January 26, 2013. Director Jackie Whitacre, along with the cast and crew, traveled to St. Mary’s University in Winona, Minn. and put forth an award- ..... 
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Preston’s Candlelight Ski and Chili Cook-off

By News Team

Fri, Jan 11th, 2013
Posted in Preston Arts & Culture
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Let it snow - just in time for Preston’s annual Candlelight Ski and Chili Cook-Off event! Bundle up and come on down to the Trailhead Inn office this Saturday evening, January 19 to ski on the trail and to test-taste some wonderful chili contest e ..... 
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Give to the Max Day challenge results

By News Team

Fri, Nov 30th, 2012
Posted in Preston Arts & Culture
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Give to the Max Day was November 15, a day that anyone could make online donations to local non-profit organizations. The Spring Valley Area Community Foundation challenged the Preston Area Community Foundation to see who could get the most donation ..... 
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