Published by fxstandardnews on Tue, 03/23/2021 - 8:00am
Just when we thought the snow was gone for the season, a storm made its way through the area last week, dumping six to eight inches of heavy wet snow on us. The kids at GFW Elementary School in Gibbon made good use of that snow, building a stunning array of snowmen on their playground. Thankfully most of the snow melted with the 40- and 50-degree temps we had the rest of the week, but it definitely left us wondering if spring would ever really truly arrive! (Staff photos by Denise Bonsack)
Published by fxstandardnews on Tue, 03/16/2021 - 8:00am
By Denise Bonsack, Publisher
After a full year of living under varying restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Minnesotans are finally getting closer to being back to ‘normal’.
As of Monday, March 15, many of the restrictions have been lifted or lessened to allow families to gather, social events to happen, and businesses to do what they do.
Published by fxstandardnews on Tue, 03/16/2021 - 8:00am
The 2021 Gibbon Royals were crowned on Saturday evening, March 13, 2021. The 2021 Royals are Brooklyn Werner, daughter of Wade and Jennifer Werner, and Lexi Rettig, daughter of Jeff and Melissa Rettig. For more photos from the Coronation event, see page 16. (Staff photo by Denise Bonsack)
Published by fxstandardnews on Tue, 03/09/2021 - 8:00am
The Renville County HRA/EDA is accepting applications for the Business Innovation Grant program until April 1, 2021. The Business Innovation Grant Program was designed to assist businesses in Renville County with business development and growth opportunities.
The maximum grant amount is $3,000 and a minimum 1:1 contribution match from the business or other funds is required. The project must have the potential to create or retain jobs or be intended to increase the revenues of local businesses.
Published by fxstandardnews on Tue, 03/09/2021 - 8:00am
The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 205 of Fairfax will be sponsoring a Poppy Poster contest again this year. This will be open to ALL 5th graders living in the GFW school district. Included will be students at GFW Public, Prairie Lutheran School, home schooled and those transported to other schools but living in the GFW school district.
Published by fxstandardnews on Tue, 03/09/2021 - 8:00am
By Johanna Jutz
The Gibbon City Council met for their regular meeting on Tuesday, March 2.
A hearing was held regarding Ordinance 162 and a potential increase in the number of liquor licenses allowed in the city. There were no comments from those in attendance and the hearing was closed. Later in the meeting, the changes to the ordinance were approved. The Council is not required to issue all licenses available.
