It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jacob T. W. Pursley on Tuesday, Jan.

Ronald Caron, 77, of Faribault, passed on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at his home, surrounded by family.

June 13, 1953-Jan. 24, 2025

Mona Joan Kruckeberg, 83, of Blooming Prairie, passed away on Friday, Jan.

Wade Justin Summer, 50, of Owatonna, passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025, surrounded by family and friends.

Margie Trilk, 71, of Owatonna, died peacefully at home with her family by her side on Saturday, Jan.

Glenda Mae (Kubista) Hanson passed away Jan. 27, 2025, surrounded by family, at age 96.

The Steele County Times has been named Minnesota’s best newspaper.

Tom Peterson is looking for a sign.