As the Farmer’s Market season kicked off, Downtown Owatonna also celebrated its first Cinco de Mayo event on May 4th, offering a day of lively music, delicious food, and traditional piñatas that delighted attendees of all ages. The initial rainy weather gave way to sunshine, drawing a larger crowd and creating a festive atmosphere. LupeRead more
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Thompson Sanitation Inc. offers weekly garbage collection to residents and business owners as well as one-time use Rolloff boxes. We take pride in the type of quality service that we provide and have earned a solid reputation in our communities. Whether you are cleaning out an attic, your office or spring cleaning your entire homeRead more
Owatonna Ace Hardware is your go-to for grills, smokers, outdoor living, lawn and garden, paint, hardware, power tools, hand tools, plumbing, bird seed and so much more. We are fully stocked and ready to serve your spring home repair, maintenance, and entertainment needs. Owned by Joe & Kathryn Donahue, Owatonna Ace Hardware continues a legacyRead more
Thank you to Carlie Veeder, Owner of Polished Commercial Cleaning Company for sharing your story. “Jason Ward” reached out to me last week and explained he was buying a house in Owatonna and needed me to pressure wash the exterior of the house before they moved. I agreed after I looked at the location, confirmedRead more
We’ve all heard the term ‘death by a thousand cuts’. A way of explaining how things went wrong and how it was never just one thing that got us to this point in time. The housing challenges facing the upper Midwest seem to be feeling all the cuts. At a recent growth breakfast hosted byRead more
Since 1919, Owatonna Country Club, one of southern Minnesota’s top private golf courses, has been proudly serving its members. There are countless benefits to becoming a member of the OCC, some of which include unlimited access to the outdoor Olympic sized pool, bar and restaurant, 3 decks for outdoor dining, ballroom, 1000 square foot exerciseRead more
The city’s new educational facility teaches students the necessary skills to contribute to the workforce. By Teree Caruthers on February 8, 2024 In the heart of Owatonna, MN, a groundbreaking educational facility stands tall, representing not just a school but a visionary approach to workforce development. The new 317,000-square-foot Owatonna High School, which opened in 2023, is aRead more
A relocatee shares how others can make friends and get involved in their new community. By Brittany VanDerBill, Livability on February 8, 2024 Megan Jenniges While relocating to a new community brings a sense of adventure and excitement, it also comes with a few challenges. Most people must find a new friend group, start aRead more
When Matt and Deb Gillard made the decision to open their real estate office, they aligned with RE/MAX – a global real estate leader founded in 1972. They purchased their RE/MAX franchise and opened their doors in October of 2016. They gave careful consideration as to how they would operate their brokerage – developing theirRead more
A fun-filled, relaxing 36 hours awaits in the region. By Amy Antonation, Livability on February 8, 2024 Photo by: Owatonna Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism An hour south of the Twin Cities is Owatonna, MN, a city known for its historic charm, locally owned breweries and restaurants, and fun outdoor recreation. In other words, aRead more
