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As church structures transition to new businesses, many become community gathering places. Owners of converted spaces in Pine Island, Elba and St. Charles love to serve their communities.

“I thought of it as early as fifth grade. We had release time and it was during one of those classes that the teacher asked, ‘Who ever has thought of becoming a priest?’”

Betsy Ann Virnig, 95, died June 6, 2023, at Chosen Valley Care Center in Chatfield, Minn.

James “Jim” Arthur Klassen, 88, of Babbitt died Saturday, January 7, 2023 at his home with his family by his side. Jim was born on April 7, 1934 in Plainview to Theodore and Margaret (Costello) Klassen. He was raised on the family farm in Plainview. After graduating high school, Jim entered the United States Navy and served six years from 1952 - 1958. During his years of service, Jim and Phyllis “Pat” Tschakert got married on January 26, 1957 in Chula Vista, CA. After leaving the service...

WINONA, Minn. (KWNO)-Members from Winona County's law enforcement agencies remembered their fallen colleagues ...

After opening in its new location in June, Eyota's Front and Center Food Pantry and Thrift Store provides sustenance for the community.

Jim Rainey, 89, of St. Charles died Monday, October 4, 2021, at his home.