52 things in 52 weeks

There’s something about basketball over the holidays that just hits different.The TVs are on. The games are stacked back-to-back. College matchups, NBA rivalries, buzzer beaters you replay three times just to make sure that really happened. It’s fun, it’s loud, and it somehow becomes part of the holiday routine. But once the decorations come down […]

As December settles in and the days grow shorter, something special begins to glow across Nobles County. It’s not just the lights strung along streets or the decorations in windows—it’s the sense of togetherness that shows up this time of year, especially within our local churches. Throughout the county, churches of all sizes and traditions

Even though the Grande Theatre has been open for a few years now, plenty of people in the area still call it “the new theatre”—and honestly, it deserves the title. Clean, modern, and full of upgrades that small-town moviegoers don’t always get to enjoy, it continues to feel refreshingly up-to-date every time you walk through

If Worthington had a crown jewel — a place that stops you in your tracks and makes you say, “Wow… this is really here?” — it would be The Historic Dayton House. Tucked right into a quiet neighborhood on the west side of town, this beautifully restored 1890s mansion feels like stepping straight into another

Some weekends, adventure looks like hiking a trail or exploring a new restaurant. Other weekends? It looks like grabbing a coffee, popping into your favorite local shops, and discovering treasures you didn’t even know you needed. This week’s “52 Things” is all about shopping small in Worthington and the surrounding towns—because supporting our neighbors is

Some winter evenings in Worthington are meant for curling up at home…And some are meant for slipping into a warm, lively place where the lights glow a little softer, the conversations hum a little louder, and the cold stays firmly outside. That’s exactly what I found at Forbidden Barrel Brewing this week. I stopped in

When people picture hiking or biking, they often imagine a perfect summer day — sunshine, green grass, and maybe an ice cream stop along the way. But in Nobles County, outdoor adventure doesn’t end when the weather cools down. Our trails and paths are open year-round, offering fresh ways to explore and stay active no

If there’s one place in Worthington that truly brings people together through creativity, talent, and storytelling, it’s Memorial Auditorium Performing Arts Center. For decades, this beloved venue has been at the heart of our community’s cultural life—hosting everything from children’s theatre and orchestral performances to comedians, national touring acts, and local musicians. It’s a place

Every fall, as the air turns crisp and the leaves begin to fall, communities across Mexico — and increasingly across the United States — come alive with vibrant color and heartfelt celebration for Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead). At first glance, the name might sound somber, but in truth, Día de los

There’s something about an apple orchard in the fall that stirs up nostalgia — that crisp bite in the air, the scent of apples and leaves, and the sound of laughter as families fill their baskets. Just a few miles south of Worthington, Ocheda Orchard offers all of that and more. It’s the kind of

When autumn rolls across the prairies of southwest Minnesota, something special happens in Nobles County — the fields come alive with the sound of pheasants flushing, the rustle of tall grasses, and the camaraderie of hunters who have made this area their fall destination for generations. Hunting here isn’t just a sport — it’s a