River Lakes girls swamp Wildcats in season opener
By Pat Garry, Staff Writer The Lady Stars opened the new season at the Waconia Ice Arena last Thursday, Nov. 7, with a 6-2 victory over the Waconia -Wildcats. River Lakes started early, with a pair of…
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Remember your loved ones this holiday season with a wreath
Wreaths can be purchased at Knaus Sausage House, Gohmann’s Foods, or from any Lions member. The Kimball Lions are taking orders for Christmas wreaths …
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Halloween party in Kingston
A community Halloween party was an every-year thing in Kingston years ago, then it sort of fell away. This year was the sixth or seventh year of the K…
Ortega Mohamed, 23
Ortega Mohamed of Kimball died Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2019, in Waite Park as a result of suicide after a battle with depression. He was 23. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 19, at K…
Kenneth Langmo, 90
Kenneth Langmo died Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2019, at his Litchfield home. He was 90. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16, at the United Methodist Church in Litchfield. A gathering of…
Grants help older Minnesotans remain healthy, independent
$6.4 million going to organizations providing services throughout the state The Minnesota Department of Human Services last week announced the newest recipients of grants that will help older adults m…
Meeker County Sheriff’s Office
Monday, November 11, 2019 2:01 p.m. the Sheriff’s Office took a report of a welfare check at a residence on Brooks Street South, Eden Valley. The individual was advised of their options. 3:16 p.m. the…
Wright County Sheriff’s Office
Nov. 8, Brian James Brottem, 32 of Centerville, was arrested in Meeker County on a Wright County warrant for third-degree burglary violations. Nov. 4, Nicholas Robert Fobbe, 31 of Maple Lake, was arre…
American Angus Association elects new board leadership
The nation’s largest beef breed continues tradition of excellence and re-elects industry leaders By Karen Hiltbrand, Angus Communications Five directors were re-elected to the 2019-2020 American Angus…
Carcass disposal locations available for firearms deer hunters
Dumpsters available in CWD zones in north-central and southeast Minnesota Hunters who harvest deer in north-central and southeast Minnesota during firearms deer season will have 26 dumpsters available…
Two county parks close for deer hunt
Rockville County Park & Nature Preserve and Spring Hill County Park will close temporarily to accommodate special deer hunting opportunities for people with physical disabilities. Both Stearns Cou…
Families activities highlight WWII at Stearns History Museum
Japanese-American vet shares first-hand account of Secret Military Camp in Minnesota Celebrate the Smithsonian’s Righting a Wrong: Japanese Americans & World War II and Minnesota’s Secret Language…
Hello, District 13!
Please see below for a quick update on what I have been up to in-district as well as an update on Hwy 23 corridors, your second amendment rights, and the DHS debacle. I hope you and your family have a…
Thank you from EV-W FFA
A big “thank you” to all the community members and farmers who donated corn and money to support True Friends-Camp Courage! Together, the Eden Valley–Watkins FFA raised more than $1,600 that wil…
Micheal “Mike” Roeser, 61
Micheal “Mike” Roeser of Farwell died Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2019. He was 61. A memorial service is scheduled for 12 noon Saturday, Nov. 16, at the Church in the Pines in Alexandria.…
Herbert “Bert” Dibley, 93
Herbert “Bert” Dibley of Brooklyn Park died Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2019, at the St. Cloud VA Medical Center. He was 93. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 15, at Community …
Halloween party in Kingston
A community Halloween party was an every-year thing in Kingston years ago, then it sort of fell away. This year was the sixth or seventh year of the Kingston Halloween party again, presented by lots o…
Meeker County Sheriff’s Office
Monday, November 4, 2019 9:59 a.m. the Sheriff’s Office received information on suspicious activity at a residence on MN Highway 55, Manannah Township. 11:58 a.m. the Sheriff’s Office took a report of…
Wright County Sheriff’s Office
Nov. 3, Brandon Thomas Lantto, 32 of Annandale, was arrested in Annandale on the charge of third- degree DWI. Nov. 2, Jeremy Cromwell Phyle, 38 of Zimmerman, was arrested in Maple Lake on Wright Count…
Storing root vegetables
By Katie Drewitz, U of M Extension As the growing season comes to an end, the question on how to properly store this year’s crops comes to mind for many gardeners. The length of time and efforts to st…
Halloween at EVAL
Instead of the traditional Halloween candy, the Eden Valley Area Library treats with books. Over 70 children and several young-at-heart adults paraded with unique costumes, and lots of books found new…
Pioneer Park spaghetti supper Nov. 9
Minnesota Pioneer Park in Annandale is sponsoring a spaghetti supper fundraiser from 5-7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9, in our Big Woods building. Tickets for adults are $7, children $4. This event is made po…
MEGA movie night Nov. 8
“Spiderman Far From Home” will be shown at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8, at the Eden Valley Community Center. Free movie, popcorn, and beverage. Sponsored by Eden Valley Citizens For Progress.…