Homes in Stearns County sold for lower prices recently: See how much here

Homes in Stearns County sold for lower prices recently: See how much here

Newly released data from Realtor.com for September shows that potential buyers and sellers in Stearns County saw lower home sale prices than the previous month’s median of $290,000. The median home sold for $284,900, an analysis of data from Realtor.com shows. That means September, the most recent month for which figures are available, was down … Read more

Much more than just food, tamales help define Hispanic culture during the winter season

Much more than just food, tamales help define Hispanic culture during the winter season

As we approach peak tamale-making season, it’s a treat to look back into the newspaper’s archives for guidance on how and why they are made, as well as where to purchase them. “We’ve been making, eating and sharing tamales for centuries,” American-Statesman reporter Natalia Contreras wrote in a helpful 2021 article. “There’s evidence of tamales … Read more

case of missing Hawaii woman stirs theories and frustration

case of missing Hawaii woman stirs theories and frustration

On 11 November, the family of Hannah Kobayashi, a 30-year-old Hawaiian photographer, received alarming texts from her cellphone informing them she had been “intercepted”. A friend got a message from the phone stating: “Deep Hackers wiped my identity, stole all of my funds, & have had me on a mind f**k since Friday.” So far … Read more

Much more than just food, tamales help define Hispanic culture during the winter season

Much more than just food, tamales help define Hispanic culture during the winter season

As we approach peak tamale-making season, it’s a treat to look back into the newspaper’s archives for guidance on how and why they are made, as well as where to purchase them. “We’ve been making, eating and sharing tamales for centuries,” American-Statesman reporter Natalia Contreras wrote in a helpful 2021 article. “There’s evidence of tamales … Read more

Homes in Monterey County sold for higher prices recently: See how much here

Homes in Stearns County sold for lower prices recently: See how much here

Newly released data from Realtor.com for September shows that potential buyers and sellers in Monterey County saw higher home sale prices than the previous month’s median of $849,500. The median home sold for $885,000, an analysis of data from Realtor.com shows. That means September, the most recent month for which figures are available, was up … Read more

With Moore, Araskog and Cooney unopposed, Palm Beach cancels March election

With Moore, Araskog and Cooney unopposed, Palm Beach cancels March election

The town’s March municipal election has been canceled after the three incumbent Town Council candidates went unchallenged for their seats. During a special Town Council meeting Friday at Town Hall, council members unanimously approved a resolution affirming the results of Tuesday’s 113th election caucus in which Mayor Danielle Moore and council members Julie Araskog and Ted Cooney … Read more

Why you should be thinking about your Memorial Day weekend plans right now

Homes in Stearns County sold for lower prices recently: See how much here

You are probably not thinking about booking coveted campsites in Colorado this summer, what with the rush of Christmas shopping this time of year. But you should if you wish to land a site at popular campgrounds for Memorial Day weekend. Many public lands, including Colorado State Parks, Roosevelt National Forest and Rocky Mountain National … Read more

Erie County’s weather week ahead

Erie County’s weather week ahead

As Erie County continues to dig out from the feet of snow that fell from Thanksgiving night through Saturday morning, National Weather Service forecasters caution that minor flooding could be up next. Temperatures will be in the 40s Sunday through Tuesday and rain showers are in the Monday and Tuesday forecast. Both will serve to … Read more

State Rep.-elect Nate Davidson says he’ll carry on the fight for Pa. sexual abuse survivors

State Rep.-elect Nate Davidson says he’ll carry on the fight for Pa. sexual abuse survivors

State Rep.-elect Nate Davidson (D-Dauphin) (Contributed photo) After five years as a legislative staff member, Harrisburg’s Nate Davidson will join the Pennsylvania House of Representatives as a lawmaker next year. Davidson prevailed in a five-way Democratic primary for Rep. Patty Kim’s seat in the 103rd Legislative District. He defeated his Republican opponent, East Pennsboro Area … Read more