Fischers named Brown County Farm Family of the Year
The Craig and Elizabeth Fischer family has been named Brown County Farm Family of the Year. They are slated to be recognized as such today (Aug. 7) at both the Brown County Fair and at Farmfest.
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“Seussical” musical already selling out
Around 250 tickets have been purchased for the Sleepy Eye Community Theater’s upcoming production of “Seussical Junior: The Musical.” The cast includes second through ninth graders from Sleepy Eye, Springfield, and New Ulm, all of whom have been giving the two-week rehearsal process everything they’ve got, according to director Samarah Forster.
Community Education News
Well, the changing of the guard has officially begun. We celebrated Pat’s incredible 50+ years of service to Sleepy Eye Public Schools with a retirement party on June 30. Former staff, community members, family and friends gathered to honor Pat’s amazing legacy as Community Education Director and teacher for District 84. Thank you to all who attended or reached out to thank Pat for her dedication and service to our community.
God’s Grace Makes us Gracious
Tomorrow is August…wait, that can’t be right. I just looked at the calendar and yes, tomorrow is August. We are hours away from the full “back to school” season. This means that confirmation, TREK (formally known as Wednesday School), and more will be beginning at Trinity in a matter of weeks.
Party in the Park a rousing success
Heat and humidity were no match for the crowds at this year’s Party in the Park, held July 24 at Allison Park. Hundreds turned out to enjoy the games, concessions, and entertainment, which included costumed performances by the Sleepy Eye Community Theater.
Sleepy Eye student plans Farm Safety event
Eighth-grader Kylie Fischer hosted the town’s first Grain Bin and Farm Safety event at the Sleepy Eye Arena on Wednesday evening, July 23. The event, which was open to all first responders and farmers, offered a free meal provided by the Dawg House and featured demonstrations by Safety and Security Consultation Specialists, LLC (a Minnesota Lake company) and the Sleepy Eye and Gibbon fire departments.
Hoffmann wins Outstanding Service and 30 Year Award
Mary Hoffmann attended the annual Minnesota Association of Agricultural Educators (MAAE) Conference in Hinckley July 8-11. Also attending were Sleepy Eye Ag. teachers Katie Emmett, Paul Hendrickx and Alyssa Mitchell, and summer intern, Meta Tewes.
Seifert Quads featured on 2025 ornament
The Sleepy Eye Area Historical Society asked the Seifert Quad sisters if they would agree to have a childhood photo of themselves featured on the 2025 Christmas ornament — and they were thrilled to say yes. The year 2025 marks their 75th birthday. Sadly their brother Mike passed away several months prior to their birthday.
Beach closed due to blue-green algae
The City of Sleepy Eye announced late in the afternoon Wednesday, July 9 that the beach on Sleepy Eye Lake was closed until further notice due to the presence of blue-green algae.
Sleepy Eye Public Schools hosting Agricultural Education Intern
Agricultural Instructor Katie Emmett of Sleepy Eye Public Schools is hosting Meta Tewes as a Minnesota Agricultural Education Intern this summer. The internship is part of a State Teach Ag Results (STAR) program initiative, which is coordinated by the Minnesota Agricultural Education Leadership Council (MAELC). Tewes is originally from Jackson and is studying Agricultural Education at South Dakota State University.