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Local Food Shelves Stepping Up to Meet Record Demand – The number of people in the area who lack a steady supply of food is growing dramatically
Originally Published art rootrivercurrent.org By David Phillips, October 27, 2025 At the time of publishing this article, the United States was within days of hundreds of thousands of families losing their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits due to the federal government’s shutdown. In Minnesota alone, according to Minnesota Governor Tim Walz’ office, thousands of Minnesotans could…
City of Spring Valley seeks Deputy Clerk
Published Wednesday, October 30, 2025 The City of Spring Valley is now accepting applications for the position of Deputy Clerk. The successful applicant should possess the following: the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing; the ability to work independently and possess excellent planning and organizational skills. Preferred experience in general office procedures, and …
SMIF-Announces Promise Act Grants for Small Business Expansion
For Immediate Release – Owatonna, MN October 16,2025 Through a partnership with the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF) will award $1.3 million in competitive grants to businesses in southern Minnesota to invest in existing operations or planned growth. Grant awards will range from $10,000 to $50,000 and…
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Spring Valley Chamber of Commerce to host 3rd Annual Career Expo, Thursday, October 30th
Published October 5th The Spring Valley Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking area businesses and organizations to engage with high school students, and help them explore and learn more about current job openings, volunteer options, and future career opportunities! On Thursday, October 30th, the Spring Valley Area Chamber of Commerce in a collaboration with Kingsland…
New Court will Brighten Up Downtown Spring Valley – Community space to honor local Vietnam veterans
Originally Published inthe Root Rvier Current – September 16, 2025 By David Phillips SPRING VALLEY – This community is coming together to fill a hole in the heart of Spring Valley created by a fire that destroyed a historic downtown building in 2017. A courtyard with places for people to relax and interact with…
Summertime’s hot at the Spring Valley library
Original article published in the Mower County Independent, Thursday, July 25, 2025. Reprinted with permission and gratitude. By Gretchen Mensink Lovejoy Spring Valley’s library board of trustees held its midsummer meeting last Thursday, July 17, providing library director Melissa Vander Plas an opportunity to update them on the summer reading program and upcoming activities.…
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