Next week, there are two opportunities to help clean up areas around our part of the river during Earth Week.

HOPE Coalition and the Red Wing Family YMCA invite you to a FREE, family-friendly underwater-themed event packed with exciting activities on Saturday from 10 am–2 pm at the Y, 434 Main Street.

The City of Plainview is starting the water tower painting project next week on Monday.

Zumbrota voted earlier this year to dump the new flag, which many people complained about as being non-sensical.

The Conservation Corps of Minnesota and Iowa in cooperation with the City of Red Wing will be conducting a controlled burn at He Mni Can/Barn Bluff Regional Park this afternoon.

Earth Week 2026 is next week, and you're invited to participate in local events in Red Wing to celebrate and give back.

Goodhue County Habitat for Humanity is gearing up for their annual big fundraiser Tuesday, April 21st from 5- 9 pm in the Skyroom at the Red Wing Golf Course, 1311 W 6th Street.

Wabasha County Sheriff Rodney Bartsh, who had announced in February he was retiring at the end of his current contract has decided to leave his position a little earlier than he thought he would.

The registrations are now open. You can get started and create your account by visiting: https://wabashamn.myrec.com.

Breckyn Horton-Schumann, a junior at PEM High School, was recently accepted to the Minnesota State 4-H Animal Science Ambassador program.

45-year-old Jennifer Baechle is believed to be the infant’s mother and has been charged with two counts of second-degree manslaughter.

Residents in the Zumbrota area may notice an increased law enforcement presence near the Goodhue County Fairgrounds this week.

Plainview Lion’s Club and PEM PreK-3 Playground of Paws-ibilities are offering the community a chance to support the cause and possibly win a nice cash prize.

If you know someone who has been a steady force for good, nominate them by Friday, May 15th, and help make their contributions visible.

Anyone with information on Knudsen’s whereabouts is asked to contact the Goodhue County Sheriff’s Office at 651-385-3155 or call 911.

Red Wing Public Schools will take advantage of Severe Weather Awareness Week, this week, to review classroom procedures.

Grab your event card at any participating retailer and collect stickers as you visit shops around town on Saturday, starting at 10 am.

The community is invited for a conversation with a pair of Goodhue County Commisioners this week.

Advocates will be available to provide resources, support, and ways you can get involved.

The Plainview News reports PEM came home with a very good result at the state meet with a 4th place finish, their highest-ever finish at the state Math competition.