Whether lengthy or brief, everyone and everything has a history; nearly all of an individual’s chronological chart is unknown to others. That is the ultimate freedom and our greatest blessing. …
Benton Economic Partnership Inc. plays a pivotal role in fostering economic development and community well-being in Benton County. From supporting local business growth and assisting municipalities …
Benton Economic Partnership Inc. plays a pivotal role in fostering economic development and community well-being in Benton County. From supporting local business growth and assisting municipalities …
As this growing season winds down, gardeners may decide to rearrange their plants. Fall is also a good time for dividing or transplanting some plants. Do some research to determine which …
Game-ending smiles have been few and far between for the Minnesota Wild. The team’s failure to make 2023-24 postseason and a tough road trip to start this hockey season could not …
Where did the sun go? Dense fog is closing in. The brokenness of this world at times is as heavy as lead blankets thrown over our slumped shoulders. “Help! I can’t move from …
In a press release Oct. 10, the Pohlad family announced their intentions to sell the Minnesota Twins. After a period of extreme public pressure following the worst collapse in team history, the …
Suppose there is any truth to the age-old idiom about a picture being worth a thousand words. In that case, emojis do not get anywhere near enough credit for transforming the way people communicate …
Editor’s Note: This column was originally published 25 years ago this month in the Oct. 12, 1999, issue of the Benton County News. In the first century of its existence, …
“I think John had more friends than he realized,” said Sara Brown, John’s wife, as we approached her in the visitation line prior to John’s funeral. John Brown was …
“I want to join you if you decide to go to Camp Lebanon next weekend because I need to Stay Awake!” This simple text turned into a profound weekend, potentially changing my …
In a heartwarming initiative aimed at fostering community engagement, the Sauk Rapids-Rice Public Schools Community Education Department and the city of Sauk Rapids have teamed up to offer free …
