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It’s No Lie, Beyonce Has an Owatonna Tie
Did you know pop superstar Beyonce has a connection to Owatonna? Turns out, Owatonna High School Class of ’95 alum Scott Nylund is the designer behind some of her costumes, and one of his designs, and some sketches and photos are displayed in the Steele County Historical Society...
A Look Back: Annie Maude Headline Wilson, Creator of the ‘Mayo Clinic Proceedings,’ Rice County
Annie Maud Headline Wilson, who was born near Faribault, created the “Proceedings of the Staff Meetings of the Mayo Clinic” in 1926. This publication has since evolved into the internationally known “Mayo Clinic Proceedings,” one of the largest general-interest medical journals in the world...
Hallmark Movie Filmed in Northfield Gets Air Date
Earlier this year, Hallmark filmed a movie in Northfield. The Northfield Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism says it will premiere at 8PM Nov. 6 on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Channel, an offshoot of the Hallmark Channel.
According to an article by Entertainment Weekly, Love Always, Santa is one of 22 original movies the Hallmark Channel is preparing for this Christmas season.
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A Look Back: KOBK News September-October 1916, Steele County
Steve Groening brings the KOBK news for September and October 1916. In the report: A bond to build a new high school, $20,000 for a new bridge over the Straight River, opposition to a meatpacking plant, the future location of the Steele County Fair, and pre-election political candidate rallies...
Owatonna Turns Out for Homecoming Parade [VIDEO]
Huskies fans lined the streets of downtown Owatonna on Friday afternoon, eagerly awaiting the 2016 homecoming parade. This year Owatonna High School faces off against the Austin Packers.
The parade featured more than 40 entries, including an honor guard, the OHS marching band, this year's homecoming court, and floats from many OHS student groups and athletes...
Winter is Coming, Minnesota. Are You Ready?
The leaves may have only just started changing color, but as Game of Thrones fans and Minnesota residents know, winter is coming. It's inevitable that the cold and snow will be here before we'd like it to be. The question is, how bad will it get...
Justin Moore is Coming to Mankato; Get Your Tickets Early
All you Justin Moore fans better get ready, because we have an announcement we think you'll care about.
Known for hits such as "You Look Like I Need a Drink," the country singer will perform at the Verizon Wireless Center in Mankato on Friday, November 4, in support of his new album...
A Look Back: 1916 Steam Engine, Rice County
Liz Kramer takes us into the Rice County Historical Society’s Harvest Hall, which houses a 1916 steam engine and threshing machine. These big machines helped revolutionize farming and led the way for today’s tractors and combines.
New episodes featuring Rice and Steele county history are posted to the Kat Kountry 105 YouTube channel and katkountry105...
Floodwaters Deluge Rice, Steele Counties [PHOTOS, VIDEO]
With the ground already saturated, this week's rain caused extensive flooding throughout southern Minnesota. In what seems to be becoming a pattern, Mother Nature isn't finished yet.
The National Weather Service has issued a flood warning for northwestern Steele County, southeastern Dakota County, Rice County, southwestern Goodhue County, northeastern Waseca County and southeastern Le Sueur County
Waterville Wants Sandbaggers
According to a Facebook post, Waterville is seeking volunteers to help sandbag.
With more rain expected this weekend, the town expects floodwaters to continue to rise and wants help protecting areas endangered by rising water.
The town also is asking for volunteers to help prepare meals for sandbagging volunteers...