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Conservation Officer Activity

ST. PAUL — The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reported the following conservation activity as of Jan. 26.    District 11 : Brett Fox, MN DNR Conservation Officer for …

Residents of Gilman wishing to attend council meetings in 2026 can mark their calendars. The Gilman City Council approved altering its 2026 schedule at the unit’s organizational and first …

The introduction to a regular Foley School Board meeting Jan. 26 at the Foley Intermediate School media center in Foley paved the way for differing viewpoints to clash. During a well-attended …

Crime & Public Safety

Sauk Rapids man accused of assault, threats FOLEY — A Sauk Rapids man is facing multiple years in jail and a hefty fine following an alleged assault within the city. Moise Madimba …

The Rice Area Sportsmen’s Club supports a number of programs tied to the outdoors. Each year, the club recognizes one individual for his or her overall dedication and club service. Club …

Foley resident Brad Kadlec worked for the Benton County Sheriff’s Office for nearly 20 years. His time with the BSCO included numerous hours logged with a four-legged partner named Ben. …

Benton County’s top law enforcement official recently clarified how his agency interacts with U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers. Sheriff …

John Parry fostered memorable interactions and profound relationships in 53 years as a barber. His clientele included CEOs of the largest companies in the area, college faculty and students, …

Sauk Rapids’ continuation of its Second Avenue South project will feature an estimated $1.3 million in water main improvements, new sidewalk construction and traffic signal revisions. Council …

Township ballots see little change

When township residents take to their polling locations March 10 for annual elections, they will have little to choose from in terms of races. No Benton County townships will have seat competitors on …

Benton County citizens now have less time to express their concerns during board meetings. Commissioners unanimously agreed to trim open forum time to three minutes per speaker Jan. 20. …

Land Services provides 2025 recap

Benton County’s Land Services Department processed fewer permits for housing, accessory and other building structures last year, but the average dollar value of those permits increased. …

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