Blue Earth County Republicans

05/27/2026

Here are "some" of the extra activities that will be at State Convention.....

05/27/2026

Congratulations on your well deserved retirement Representative Torkelson....

Two great Americans!

Congratulations on your retirement, Representative Torkelson!

05/27/2026

Gov. Tim Walz was a no-show Monday at a Memorial Day ceremony at Fort Snelling National Cemetery where he had been listed as a speaker, multiple people with direct knowledge first confirmed to Alpha News Monday night.

Meanwhile, footage showed Walz participating in events at George Floyd Square, including dancing during commemorations marking the sixth anniversary of Floyd’s death.

U.S. Rep. Tom Emmer, R-Minn., blasted the governor, writing on X: “Prancing and dancing at a George Floyd event on Memorial Day is a disgrace to our fallen heroes. This is shameful, [Tim Walz].”

Walz also posted about Memorial Day, calling on Minnesotans to “come together to remember the heroes who gave their lives for the freedoms and values that define our great nation.”

Separately, Walz, Klobuchar and Attorney General Keith Ellison Ellison attended a Memorial Day program at the Minnesota Veterans Home in Minneapolis, according to a tip and photos of the event received by Alpha News.

05/27/2026

🚨 NEW: Congressman Brad Finstad is leading RSC Members in launching a major crackdown on Medicaid fraud after the DOJ charged 15 individuals in a massive scheme that stole more than $90 MILLION from taxpayers.

It’s time for Congress to ramp up oversight, enforcement, and accountability across Medicare, Medicaid, and every federal healthcare program. Fraudsters stealing from vulnerable Americans and hardworking taxpayers must be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

05/27/2026

Livestock Quality Assurance Training helps youth provide excellent care for their food animals and ensure a high level of food safety to consusmers. This in-person, 3-hour training certifies you for three fair seasons. The level of training required is determined by the grade of the youth at the time the training takes place.
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
5:15 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Johnson Hall, Nicollet County Fairgrounds
400 Union Street, St. Peter, MN 56082

Cost is free!

Registration deadline is Monday, June 1, 2026!

For grades 6th - post-secondary (grade 13)!

05/24/2026

Hey Governor Tim Walz, Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan, Senator Nick Frentz, Representative Luke Frederick - one of the biggest fraud bust in Minnesota history took place this week and you guys said nothing

Shouldn’t you guys celebrate when fraud is exposed in our state and district?

Or are you upset because it was exposed? Silence speaks volumes.

It's time for new leadership in Minnesota.

"Two Minnesota women indicted in alleged $46.6M autism Medicaid fraud scheme"
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05/19/2026

Townhall meetings for those residents in Blue Earth County who live in Senate District 15 and House District 15B......

State Senator Gary Dahms (R – Redwood Falls) and State Representative Paul Torkelson (R – Hanska) invite District 15B residents to attend their joint town hall meetings on Wednesday, May 27.

• Sleepy Eye ~ 7:30 – 8:15 a.m. at the Community Center, 115 – 2nd Avenue Northeast
• New Ulm ~ 8:45 – 9:30 a.m. at the Public Library, 17 North Broadway Street
• Comfrey ~ 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. at the Community Center, 120 Brown Street East
• Springfield ~ 11:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at the Community Building – Parkview Room, 33 SouthCass Avenue
• Lamberton ~ 1:30 – 2:15 p.m. at the City Hall, 112 – 2nd Avenue West
• Belview ~ 3:00 – 3:45 p.m. at the City Hall, 202 South Main Street
• Redwood Falls ~ 4:15 – 5:00 p.m. at the City Library, 509 South Lincoln Street

For more information, please contact Senator Dahms’s Assistant, Wendy Haavisto, at (651) 296-3218 or [email protected].

05/19/2026

Good to know...

The Blue Earth County Sheriff’s Office has partnered with Regroup to launch a new emergency mass notification system designed to keep the community informed during critical events.

The Regroup platform can deliver important messages through phone calls, text messages, and emails and includes social media and American Sign Language integration.

From customizable weather warnings to emergency and community alerts, the system provides real-time notifications that help safeguard families, businesses, and residents.

“We’re committed to keeping our community safe and informed,” said Sheriff Jeff Wersal. “This emergency notification system is another tool we can use to share critical information with the community, so everyone can take the right steps to protect themselves and their loved ones.”

On Wednesday, May 20th at 1:00 pm the Sheriff’s Office will send a test alert to our current Regroup database. Any/all messages from the Regroup notification system will come from the number 58339. Although we encourage everyone to remain subscribed, those wishing to opt out of the system can simply reply “STOP ALL” to the text message when they receive it.

The Blue Earth County Sheriff’s Office encourages residents to register today to stay prepared and connected. Learn more about the notification system and enroll at https://www.blueearthcountymn.gov/1693/Regroup-Notification-System.

Additional assistance is available by calling (507) 304-4920 or through email at [email protected].

Your safety is our priority and together we can build a more resilient and informed community.

05/19/2026

Thank you Representative Bjorn Olson

05/19/2026

An honor well deserved. We extend prayers and condolences to her family...