Alden Capital/MediaNews Group announced Thursday it will cease operations for eight area newspapers on both sides of Herald Journal’s territory.
Those include the Hutchinson Leader, Litchfield Independent-Review, Chanhassen Villager, Chaska Herald, Shakopee Valley News, Prior Lake American, Savage Pacer, and Jordan Independent.
The closure announcement also includes the printing plant of Crow River Press in Hutchinson, which prints Herald Journal’s five newspapers. The final printing week is scheduled for April 26.

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By Kurt Menk
Editor
A group of concerned citizens have started an online petition to save the Arlington Sibley East Swimming Pool. The online petition is located on the Arlington-Sibley East Swimming Pool Facebook page.
A message on the online petition reads as follows: “Our beloved local pool in Arlington MN has been a cornerstone of our community since the 1970s. Thousands have learned how to swim within its welcoming waters, and many more have found employment through its existence. For some, it is more than just a pool - it is an essential means of exercise and health maintenance.
“The threat to close this vital community asset is not only an attack on our local history, but also on our health and well being. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), swimming is the fourth most popular sports activity in the United States and a good way to get regular aerobic physical activity.

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By Kurt Menk
Editor
Inaccurate information has been circulated on the estimated costs to fill in the Arlington - Sibley East Swimming Pool.
Sibley East has an old quote of about $30,000 to $40,000 to fill in the swimming pool would be some updates to the sprinkler system. with sand, according to Superintendent Dr. Joe Libby.
Dr. Libby said it would be about the same cost to cover the sand with a sheet of concrete (moisture control).

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The Arlington Economic Development Authority (EDA), during its regular meeting on Thursday night, April 4, unanimously approved a motion to contribute 10 percent of the total cost of the Christmas decorations and lights that the City Council recently purchased.
The new Christmas decorations and lights will consist of street garland, pole mount wreaths, bows and building lighting on Main Street. The quotes also include snowflakes for the south side of the Event Center.. The new Christmas decorations and lights will arrive and be put up prior to  the 2024 ArliDazzle festivities.

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The first annual Booster Bash, sponsored by the Sibley East Booster, Inc., will be held at the Arlington Event Center on Saturday night, April 20.
The theme will be “Back to the 80s to 90s.” The doors will open at 7 p.m.
Games and prizes will be featured from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Music will be featured from 9 p.m. to midnight. Come feel the 80s and 90s vibe with retro fashions and music.
Drinks and food will be available for purchase.
The cost for the event will be $25 in advance and $30 at the door.
Funds Raised
Funds raised from the Booster Bash event will benefit the organizations that fall under the umbrella of Sibley East Booster, Inc. They are as follows: PCO, After Prom Committee, Alumni Association, and Youth Baseball and Basketball (both are youth sports).
Youth Sports
The first organizations under the umbrella of the Sibley East Booster, Inc. are the Sibley East youth basketball and baseball programs: Sibley East Youth Baseball Association and Sibley East Basketball Association SEBA. 

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A suspicious activity complaint was reported to the Arlington Police Department on Saturday, April 5, according to Police Chief Glenn Gerads. Upon further investigation, it was revealed that an arrow was shot at a residence on East Dayton Street from a residence on East Clinton Street, according to the report.

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The Minnesota Department of Transportation announces that Highway 93 from Henderson to Highway 169 will be closed, and traffic detoured, starting Monday, April 15, weather permitting, as crews begin construction on the highway.
Traffic will be detoured to Highways 169 and 19 during construction. Construction for the project will continue through 2026, weather permitting.
The project includes:

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By Kurt Menk
Editor
The Arlington City Council, during its regular meeting on Monday night, April 1, voted 4-0 and adopted a resolution to provide for the competitive negotiated sale of $7,345,000 general obligation improvement and utility revenue bonds series 2024A. The resolution is in conjunction with the 2024 Street & Utility Improvement Project. City Council members Curtis Ling, Jeff Matz, Dave Meyer and John Thomes all voted in support of the resolution. City Council member Christina Litfin was not present at the meeting.

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Motorists are advised to use caution on Highway 5 from Gaylord to Arlington starting April 3, weather permitting, as crews work to install rip rap (rock) to prevent erosion, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation. The project includes the placement of rip rap along the waterways at two different bridge locations near Highway 5 from approximately three miles north of Gaylord to the city of Arlington. Motorists will encounter shoulder closures during the project and should be aware of trucks hauling material in the project area. Drivers should remove distractions and be aware of workers.

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Hospice volunteers play an important role at Ridgeview. Working alongside the hospice medical team, the specially-trained volunteers provide support and companionship to patients and their families, allowing family members to focus on caring for their loved one. Ridgeview’s hospice team focuses on caring, not curing. The goal is to help patients nearing the end of their lives feel peace, comfort and dignity. “I have never been more blessed to be a part of something as I have with Ridgeview’s hospice volunteer program,” shared Peg Kamps, Green Isle. After experiencing the difficulty of losing several loved ones, Peg views the benefits that hospice provides to the dying to be a gift. 

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By Kurt Menk
Editor
The City of Arlington cannot legally donate money to the Sibley East Public Schools for the operation and maintenance of its indoor swimming pool. That was the message from Arlington City Attorney Ken Janssen to the Arlington City Council during its regular meeting on Monday night, April 1. Janssen reported that he had discussions with the League of Minnesota Cities and has researched the issue on his own. Janssen said cities cannot supplement schools with public funds. He said the City of Arlington does not own the indoor swimming pool or have any oversight of the facility. It is the responsibility of Sibley East for the operation and maintenance of the indoor swimming pool.

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By Kurt Menk
Editor

Doloris (Schultz) Roufs celebrated her 100th birthday at the Good Samaritan Society - Arlington on Monday, Sept. 26.

Her late husband, Cletus Roufs, would have celebrated his 100th birthday just one day later.
Doloris and two other residents were recognized for their birthdays during a celebration at the Good Samaritan Society - Arlington earlier this month.

She also celebrated her birthday with family members at the A-Town Tavern in Arlington on Sunday, Sept. 25.
Doloris will also be the honored guest during a private family party in Fairview Park in Arlington on Saturday, Oct. 1.

Doloris was born to William and Martha (Dose) Schultz in Glencoe on Sept. 26, 1922. She is the oldest daughter and last surviving child of a family of 10 children.

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By Kurt Menk
Editor

Luke Ellanson, who was offered the job to fill the open police chief position, has withdrawn his application.
The full Arlington City Council was notified about the news by an e-mail on Thursday afternoon, Feb. 24.
The City Council, during its regular meeting on Tuesday night, Feb. 22, approved a motion to make a conditional offer of employment to Ellanson to fill the open police chief position.

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