Wayne Wilson will remain on the Foley School Board for the next two years despite not being re-elected in the Nov. 5 general election. The board narrowly voted (4-3) for him to fill the soon-vacant …
Santa Claus traded in his sleigh for Foley fire trucks again this year, traveling down city streets to deliver candy canes and take photos with community members as part of an annual tradition that …
Greenwaldt earns degree MANKATO — Taylor Greenwaldt , of Foley, graduated with a bachelor’s degree in accounting Dec. 14 from Minnesota State University, Mankato. MSUM awarded 2,016 …
As people across the country struggle to keep budgets afloat with recent inflation rates, volunteers at a local animal rescue organization noticed the concerning trend of increased stray animals in …
It is the most wonderful yet busy time of year to produce and deliver celiac-safe Christmas cookies. “When you own a bakery, you don’t stop working,” said Jessi Brinkman, as …
The Benton County Board of Commissioners set its 2025 budget and property tax levy Dec. 17. County administrator Montgomery Headley completed a summary of each financial requirement before …
Community members gathered as Bridge Church and the Rice Women of Today hosted their annual free holiday event Dec. 13 at the church building and Old Village Hall in Rice. In addition to visits with …
Students earn degrees MANKATO — Area students earned degrees following the Dec. 14 commencement ceremony at Minnesota State University in Mankato. MSUM awarded 2,016 degrees to 1,696 …
Rice City Council members expressed frustration to Benton County engineer Chris Byrd during a Dec. 16 meeting at Rice City Hall about miscommunication between city officials and him, which resulted …
The rigors of a typical school day can challenge the energy level of even the most energetic and enthusiastic students and staff. Thanks to a collaborative effort from several sources, those in need …
City leaders have approved a critical land exchange agreement with the Sauk Rapids-Rice School District. The property exchange will involve approximately 10 acres of city-owned property in …
ST. PAUL — The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reported the following conservation activity as of Dec. 9. District 11 : Brett Fox, MN DNR Conservation Officer for the St. …
