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Waseca EDA looks at area projects

During a brief meeting the morning of Feb. 18, members Patti Schuch, Brad Krause, Russ Frederick, Matt Harrington and Chris Osterloh of the Waseca County Economic Development Authority (EDA) received an update from Planning and Zoning department administrator Tina Wilson regarding numerous...

OPEN HOUSE - The Waseca Soil & Water Conservation District held an open house on Friday, Feb. 20 to encourage people to take advantage of the programs available. Resource Technician Cammi Phelps was answering questions for guest Elizabeth Anselmo.

Waseca Soil and Water open house offers free tree giveaway

The Waseca Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) office held its 78th annual open house on Friday, Feb. 20. It was open to anyone who had questions about the agency’s services. There were also a drawing for a free tree, gift bag items for children, and refreshments. The SWCD...

Council approves policies, procedures

Various business transacted during the Waseca city council meeting the evening of Tuesday, Feb. 17, included a new ordinance which states city residents will not be billed for work done to ensure the city water supply is in compliance with the Minnesota Department of Health expectations. Instead...

Swing dance jazz event draws over 100

A Swing Dance at the Starfire Event Center the evening of Saturday, Feb. 21, featured dance lessons by Lynette Dawley, live music by the Waseca Junior Senior jazz bands, and refreshments for those burning calories out on the dance floor. The event drew about 100 participants. Paul Davis,...

FEATURED ARTISTS - There was a new gallery opening at the Waseca Art Center (WAC) on Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026. Pictured from left: WAC President Mikhail Rostislavovich, photographer Lauren Jacobson, illustrator Mark Braun, and WAC Vice President Penny Vought.

Art Center now featuring photographer, illustrator

The Waseca Art Center held a gallery opening for two artists on Saturday, Feb. 21 and it couldn’t have happened on a sunnier day. Photographer Lauren Jacobson now has works on display in the Harguth Gallery and Mark Braun in the Beckman Gallery. Mikhail Rostislavovich, president of the Waseca...

County to allow additional deer hunting firearms

Thanks to a decision made by the members of the Waseca County Board of Commissioners during their Feb. 17 meeting, deer hunters in Waseca County this fall will have the opportunity to use any type of firearm legal for the hunt. During a listening session attended by about 50 people the evening of...

REPRESENTING WASECA - From left, Katie Gonzales, Jodie Thompson, Representative Tom Sexton, Robin Dulas, Mikhail Rostislavovich, Jessica Klinger, and Commissioner Brian Harguth attended the annual session priorities dinner in St. Paul.

Waseca delegation joins Minnesota Chamber at annual session priorities dinner

Leaders and business advocates from the Waseca Area Chamber of Commerce and the Waseca community came together Tuesday evening as part of the statewide delegation attending the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 Session Priorities Dinner in St. Paul. The event, held at the Saint Paul...

Hartley school working on numerous projects

During their Feb. 19 meeting, Hartley Principal Ben O’Brien spoke to the members of the Waseca school board about the vision card for the Hartley site, which he described as a ‘break-off’ of that of the district in terms of goals for students, student support, academic programming, and teaching...

HOW NOT TO AGE - From left: Stacy Ewert, Afton Finley, Karen Dahle, Gwen and David Oraskovich, Erica Forsythe and Valarie Bartelt all took part in the Waseca Public Library's Cook the Book potluck-style event on Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026.

Another Cook the Book hits the library

The Waseca Public Library held a “Cook the Book” potluck-style event the afternoon of Thursday, Feb. 19. The book for the day was Michael Greger, MD’s “The How Not to Age Cookbook,” a vegan take on modern recipes and healthy living, with recipes by Robin Robertson. Seven guests came for the...

WELCOMED - The Waseca Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism recently welcomed Kelm's BBQ as a new member. Kelm’s BBQ is owned and operated by Kevin and Amy Kelm.

Waseca Chamber welcomes Kelm's BBQ

The Waseca Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Ambassadors recently welcomed new member Kelm’s BBQ, owned and operated by Kevin and Amy Kelm. Kelm’s BBQ is a locally owned food truck serving up delicious, slow-smoked barbecue and offering catering services for events of all sizes. From...