Political riches often come to those who wait, especially attendees who rise extremely early for a historic campaign rally. Area residents waited for hours in a scorching sun and 90-degree heat …

B randon Sand was driving around July 18 looking for a sign from his nephew and godson, Ethan Gerads.  Ethan passed away July 21, 2023, and similar to other members of Ethan’s …

This year’s Melrose Night to Unite will celebrate community and cultures, complete with polka music, a Mexican dance group and multicultural food.   It will take place from 3-8 p.m. …

Trevor Blonigen believes his pursuit of the Eagle Scout Award will help him during his studies at Ridgewater College in Willmar, as he earns an ag-business degree and a commercial driver’s …

Hamburgers frying.   Children laughing as they line Greenwald streets eager to collect candy during a parade.   Music filling the air as people participate in a bean bag …

Editor’s note: In the United States, the national suicide and crisis lifeline is available by calling or texting 988. There is also an online chat at 988lifeline.org. Calvin Brown stopped …

Fatality reported in Avon Township crash AVON TOWNSHIP — One person died at the scene of a two-vehicle crash around 2:17 p.m. July 22 at the intersection of County Road 9 and County Road …

National Night Out in Avon is Aug. 6 AVON — The Avon National Night Out will be celebrated from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, at the Lake Wobegon Trailhead Park in Avon.   There will …

Melrose City Council members hired a new full-time police officer and accepted the resignation of its current finance director during a monthly meeting July 18 at the city center in Melrose. At …

When Albany Area High School’s athletes, parents and coaches convene to kickstart the 2023-24 athletic season, they will hear from a familiar face with a wide array of relatable experiences. …

In Loving Memory of Fred E. Olmschenk Sept. 15, 1962   – Aug. 6, 2009