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First filing complete

The first filing period in the 2026 general election cycle ended in early June. Candidates for some city and school districts as well as county, state and federal offices had until 5 p.m. June 2 to …

Janel Hesch’s 20-year career as Foley High School director of bands is filled with many parade-related highlights, especially during the month of June when Foley Fun Days makes its six-day run. …

Back on course

Brad Deyak was bowling in Brainerd when he a got text message Oct. 8, 2025 — the cart shed at Wapicada Golf Club in Sauk Rapids was on fire. When he arrived a little over an hour later at the …

Theodore Earl Dingmann’s dedication to the community of Foley has been engraved in stone. Dingmann, 77, died March 5, 2025. A bench honoring his commitment to service was recently installed …

The month of June is about to become a construction-filled season for Sauk Rapids residents. Road and street projects and water tower refurbishment work have entered their initial phases. …

Commuters through Rice should plan for a detour beginning next week. County Road 2 and its railroad crossing, a main thoroughfare in the city of 2,000 people, will close starting Wednesday, June …

News Briefs

Holthaus files for Minnesota Senate District 10 LITTLE FALLS — Deb Holthaus announced her candidacy for Minnesota Senate District 10 last week. Holthaus is a Republican candidate in the …

Small family circuses continue to offer a unique blend of entertainment, education and performance connections that make them a special experience for all ages. From clowns and acrobats to …

Crime & Public Safety

Sauk Rapids man charged with threatening police officer FOLEY — A Sauk Rapids man was jailed June 7 and is now facing charges of threats of violence, driving while impaired and obstructing the …

Community Stars

Benton County marriage application FOLEY — The following couple has applied for marriage in Benton County. — Jordan Eugene Brenny and Rose Marrie Daniels , both of Hillman.   …

Conservation Officer Activity

ST. PAUL — The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reported the following conservation officer activity as of June 8.    District 11 : Brett Fox, MN DNR Conservation …

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