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Country Acres encompasses rural living in the central and southeast Minnesota areas. We find stories that peak a variety of interests and piece them together with the heart and soul of each subject in mind
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Where farm meets family, meets country living
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Taylor’s memory
Mattsons remember, honor daughter
with business
KENSINGTON — What is in a name? Whether a farm, a person or a pet, a name is typically the first piece of information people know. For the crew at Taylor’s Market, the name is more than words.
In April 2021, Taylor Mattson died in a car accident at 16 years old. Nearly four years after her death, her memory lives on through her family, their farm and their business — Taylor’s Market.
“She would have loved this; she was all about family and doing things as a unit,” said Kerri, Taylor’s mom. “It’s a great way to honor her.”
Taylor’s parents, Matt and Kerri, and brother, Zach, and Zach’s wife, Jenna, own and operate Taylor’s Market....
with business
KENSINGTON — What is in a name? Whether a farm, a person or a pet, a name is typically the first piece of information people know. For the crew at Taylor’s Market, the name is more than words.
In April 2021, Taylor Mattson died in a car accident at 16 years old. Nearly four years after her death, her memory lives on through her family, their farm and their business — Taylor’s Market.
“She would have loved this; she was all about family and doing things as a unit,” said Kerri, Taylor’s mom. “It’s a great way to honor her.”
Taylor’s parents, Matt and Kerri, and brother, Zach, and Zach’s wife, Jenna, own and operate Taylor’s Market....
Next stop Fun
Stearnses operate Chicago, Burlington & Quincy model railroad
ZUMBROTA — From the outside, Scott and Nancy Stearns’ shed looks like another rural garage or small building. But inside, the 3,000-square-foot shed houses 200 locomotives, 1,300 rail cars and 4,000-5,000 feet of track modeling the northern Illinois area of the Chicago, Burlington & Quincy railroad.
“When people first walk in there, their jaw hits the floor,” Scott said.
The Stearnses, who have been operating their model railroad near Zumbrota for four years, started their hobby in retirement. Their system is a 1/87 scale model. A crew of 25 people can operate the set up.
ZUMBROTA — From the outside, Scott and Nancy Stearns’ shed looks like another rural garage or small building. But inside, the 3,000-square-foot shed houses 200 locomotives, 1,300 rail cars and 4,000-5,000 feet of track modeling the northern Illinois area of the Chicago, Burlington & Quincy railroad.
“When people first walk in there, their jaw hits the floor,” Scott said.
The Stearnses, who have been operating their model railroad near Zumbrota for four years, started their hobby in retirement. Their system is a 1/87 scale model. A crew of 25 people can operate the set up.
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Country Acres - North
We cover 10 counties in central Minnesota and showcase agriculture, life and hobbies that take place in the countryside. We dive into history, heart felt experiences, moments of laughter and chances at learning. Open up the pages and discover what unique adventures have been happening near you.
Country Acres - South
We cover seven counties in southeast Minnesota and like Country Acres – North, we showcase agriculture, life and hobbies that take place in the countryside. We have seen first-hand the breathtaking views and stories that Minnesota has to offer and can’t wait to share them with you. Open up the pages and discover what unique adventures have been happening near you.
Recipe Book
Recipes from you, for you. Our recipe book, or country cooking, are a collection of recipes from our wonderful readers spanning from many counties.
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