With the last snow drifts nearly melted, a snowstorm on March 15 put a glitch into the spring plans
The Staples Motley Athletic Hall of Fame will induct a group of firsts in 2025, including the school’s first state basketball team, the first wrestling state champion and the first girls cross country state champions.
Four athletes, two coaches, two teams and one community contributor were elected...
By Mark Anderson
Managing Editor
The Staples City Council questioned the high prices of planning services when asked to approve a proposal. At their Feb. 25 meeting, the council approved the proposal but will ask if the price can be lowered.
The City of Staples has been collecting a sales tax...

The Staples-Motley boys wrestling team won the state title by beating Chatfield 33-16 on Feb. 26. Pictured, front row from left, coach Holton Truax, Justin Olson, Caden Kramer, Jack Carlson, Riley Reese, Turner Beachy, Colbe Tappe, Gage Bjerga, Luke Bjerga, Garrett Bjerga, coaches Dan Bjerga and...
Staples-Motley High School held its SnoDaze Coronation Feb. 12. Pictured above are members of the Snodaze Court, all seniors, a well as the Snodaze Class Representatives from 9th, 10th and 11th grades. From left, are Evan Schultz, sophomore; Beau Carlson, freshman; Josiah Critten, senior; Benet...