Youth Trap Shoot contest Sept. 1
The Youth Trap Shoot contest will take place from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Sept 1, at the Watkins Sportsmen’s picnic. What do you have to do? Shoot 2 rounds of 15 targets anytime between 11a.m.-4 p.m. B…
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Diocesan Council of Catholic Women Fall Conference
All are welcome to attend the 66th Annual Fall Conference of the Council of Catholic Women at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 21, at St. Boniface in Cold Sp…
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Pedal Pilgrimage 2019
An eclectic group of Pedal Pilgrims enjoyed nearly perfect biking weather for the 2019 Pedal Pilgrimages. Cyclists from Cokato, Dassel, and Litchfield…
Meeker County Sheriff’s Office
Monday, Aug. 19, 2019 1:20 a.m. a Sheriff’s Deputy came upon an open door at a business on School Avenue South, Watkins. The deputy cleared the building and secured the door. 10:24 a.m. the Sheriff’s …
Wright County Sheriff’s Office
August 17, Stephen Robert Sylvester, 44 of Maple Lake, was arrested in Maple Lake on the charge of third-degree DWI. August 14, Nicholas Jon Mikkola, 18 of Dassel, was arrested in Buffalo on the charg…
ATV accident with minor injuries
At about 4:20 p.m. Monday, Aug. 12, the Meeker County -Sheriff’s Office received a report of an ATV accident with injuries in the 38500 block of 672nd Avenue in Forest Prairie Township. Meeker County …
Come grow with us – become an Extension Master Gardener
By Kylee Sherod, U of M Extension Intern If plants, gardening, or horticulture are a passion of yours and you would enjoy sharing the interest with others, come grow with us in the Master Gardener Pro…
Five great ways to relieve stress
Stress is a daily part of life but, left unchecked, can be bad for the body, mind and soul. Here are five great ways to reduce tension, relieve stress and feel better. Practice yoga Yoga is a powerful…
Pedal Pilgrimage 2019
An eclectic group of Pedal Pilgrims enjoyed nearly perfect biking weather for the 2019 Pedal Pilgrimages. Cyclists from Cokato, Dassel, and Litchfield were joined by cyclists from Richmond, Cold Sprin…
Six tips for safe State Fair shopping
The Great Minnesota -Get-Together starts Thursday, Aug. 22, and runs through Monday, Sept. 2. Among the freshly baked cookies and corn dogs will be hundreds of opportunities to buy goods and services…
Johnson rides with Auxiliary in parade
The Kimball American Legion Auxiliary Post # 261 with their World War II adopted veteran Bobby Johnson in the 40-and-8 train at the Kimball Days parade Sunday, Aug. 11. Submitted photo.…
Watkins Pool carnival held Friday
The Watkins Swimming Pool operates at a deficit each year, for the benefit of residents. The south-end wall will need extensive repairs. The carnival Friday helped to raise funds for that. Staff photo…
Smithsonian Exhibit opens at Stearns History Museum
Discover complicated history of WWII Japanese American Internment Camps The Smithsonian Traveling Exhibit, “Righting a Wrong: Japanese Americans and World War II,” opens Tuesday, Sept. 3, at the Stear…
Artist Rose Edin to speak at opening of exhibit
Saturday, Aug. 31, at Dassel History Center Rose (Anderson) Edin of Venice, Fl., internationally known artist and art teacher, will be the speaker at the opening of an exhibit, The Art of Rose Edin, a…
Attention Kimball Class of 1959
The Kimball Class of 1959 will hold their 60th class reunion at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 11, at Triple R Grill & Bar in Kimball. RSVP to Jane at (320) 236-7416, Marlene at (320) 558-2858, or Allen …
Old Coots to gather Sept. 10
The Old Coots will gather again at noon Tuesday, Sept. 10, at Triple R Grill & Bar in Kimball. Doors open at 11 a.m., lunch will be ordered at noon, and photos will be taken at 12:15 p.m. The Old …
Kimball Class of 1952 reunion Sept. 5
The Kimball Class of 1952 will meet for their reunion at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 5, at Triple R Grill & Bar in Kimball. Any questions, please call Arnita Rieger at (612) 869-2754.…
St. Joseph Y2K Lions brat sale
The St. Joseph Y2K Lions will sponsor a brat sale at the St. Joseph Meat Market from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 30, and from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 31. All donations, tips, and a portion…
Summer music jam at Dassel History Center
Another summer music jam is scheduled at the Dassel History Center for 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 26. Bring your voice, guitar, fiddle, or other instruments and join the fun. All music styles are welcome. Br…
BBB issues warning, tips for college students more likely to be scammed
August can be an expensive month for students returning to colleges and universities. Better Business Bureau of Minnesota and North Dakota has some tips to make sure scammers don’t make the start of s…
From Elaine Johnson family
The Elaine Johnson -family would like to thank all the -people at the Fairhaven Christian Church. You truly made it look Heavenly. Thank you to those who participated in the service, especially Avery,…
From EV blood drive
The American Red Cross visited Eden Valley Monday, Aug.12. Thank you to all the donors, volunteers, and sponsors. Thank you to the Legion and the Legion Auxiliary for volunteering in the canteen and p…
Sharing Alayna Ertl’s Love
What a fantastic day Saturday, Aug. 17! It was the third annual Alayna Ertl Memorial Run. We would not have the success we do on these runs without all of you. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts …