
October 2024

30-foot flag to fly soon over Sleepy Eye
Sleepy Eye’s skyline is about to get a major shot of red, white and blue.By Veterans Day, work is expected to be nearing completion on an 80-foot U.S.


Klein wins National Quiz Bowl competition
Kayden Klein topped all competitors in the national FFA Quiz Bowl competition, leading his squad to second place among 59 teams at the 97th National FFA Convention last week in Indianapolis.The convention drew more than 70,000 FFA members and guests from around the country, along with some of our own dedicated members.
Sheriff: Burn restrictions remain in effect
The Brown County Sheriff’s Office issued a release on Friday reminding Brown County residents that the burning restrictions that the sheriff and local fire chiefs enacted on Oct.
Community Education News
Fall is in the air with cooler temperatures and shorter days.

Tigers bounce United from playoffs
The undefeated Springfield Tigers continued their hunt for a third straight Section 3A title by dismissing Sleepy Eye 27-6 in their semifinal game Saturday at Riverside Park.Springfield lost three fumbles but held United to just 91 yards of total offense and forced Sleepy Eye into four turnovers, including three interceptions.

Fire Department donation
Kristy Forster Suess, left, and Lisa Forster Hoffmann present a $250 check to Sleepy Eye Fire Chief Aaron Schauman to be used for equipment.
Veterans Day meal, speaker Servicemen’s Club
The Sleepy Eye Servicemen’s Club and American Legion Post 7 are hosting their annual Veterans Day Supper for veterans and their spouses beginning at 6 p.m.