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Somali daycare owner tied to fraud wins Minnesota House race sparking online fury: 'Lost state'

Abdi Daisane's Blooming Kids Child Care Center in St. Cloud received millions in state and federal funding and has faced multiple violations.

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St. Cloud Contractor Permanently Banned From Construction Industry, Ordered to Pay More Than $1 Million

(KNSI) — A St. Cloud contractor accused of taking money from homeowners for renovation work that never happened is now permanently barred from the residential construction industry in Minnesota. The Minnesota Attorney General’s Office says it secured a judgment against Ryan Pietron and his company, Affordable Home Remodeling, LLC....

St Cloud, MN · 1d

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UPDATE: Mille Lacs, Sherburne elect new sheriffs, attorneys and more

MILLE LACS/SHERBURNE — Voters of Mille Lacs and Sherburne counties had the chance to elect new individuals to a number of county-level positions Tuesday, Nov. 3 at the polls. In Mille Lacs County, Kyle Burton was re-elected to the county sheriff role. Corey Haller also retained his seat as the county attorney. For county commissioner seats in District 2 and 4, Incumbent Dan Whitcomb was re-elected and Jennae Hoffman took the majority and overpowered incumbent Roger Tellinghuisen. Incumbent Jake Janski received the majority and was re-elected to the Soill and Water Supervisor seat in District 3. Over in Sherburne County, Benjamin Zawacki was elected Sherburne County Sheriff. Holly Manke claimed the county recorder role, and Brenda Davis took the title of county auditor. The Sherburne County Attorney race was close, but Dawn Nyhus received the majority of 17,579 votes to opponent Hans Larson’s 17,125 — a 454 vote difference. Results for the various local positions, according to the Minnesota Secretary of State website, are listed below. Results remain unofficial until canvassed. Mille Lacs County County sheriff, four-year term CandidateVotes with 25 of 25 precincts reportingKyle A. Burton (incumbent)9,715Write-ins151 County attorney, four-year term CandidateVotes with 25 of 25 precincts reportingCorey Haller

Mille Lacs County, MN · 3d

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New St. Cloud Store Supplying Seniors Tackles Falls That Send 12,000 to the Hospital

River’s Edge Convention Center — Reported Venue For Celebrate Aging Event. A new St. Cloud shop dedicated entirely to keeping older adults safe and steady on their feet is set to open inside the Music Mall at 619 West Saint Germain Street. Supplying Seniors, owned by longtime St. Cloud-area caregiver Abdikadir “Abdi” Abdinasir, focuses on senior home safety and mobility, and it's timing its debut with a free public event built around one of the most stubborn health risks facing older Minnesotans: falling.

St Cloud, MN · 19h

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A first for St. Cloud as Somali-American man elected to Legislature

ST. CLOUD – Central Minnesota voters are sending the region’s first Somali-American legislator to the State Capitol next year, after Democrat Abdi Daisane flipped a state House seat long held by Republicans. Daisane, 38, was elected to the House District 14A seat with 52% of the vote on...

St Cloud, MN · 23h

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St. Cloud Board Backs Doyenne Development for Empty Lot Near City Hall, Lake George

(KNSI) – St. Cloud’s Economic Development Authority wants to move forward with Minneapolis-based Doyenne Development to come up with a project for the empty lot between St. Cloud City Hall and Lake George. The board voted Wednesday to recommend that the mayor’s office sign a letter of intent...

St Cloud, MN · 1d

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Voters in St. Cloud elect Somali-American man to MN House

(St. Cloud, MN) -- Abdi Daisane is set to become the first Somali American to represent central Minnesota in the state Legislature. St. Cloud LIVE reports the DFL candidate won about 52 percent of the vote Tuesday, defeating Republican St. Cloud City Council President Mike Conway in House District 14A. Daisane, who owns a childcare center, lost his first bid for the seat by about 13 percentage points in 2024. He credits his win to staying involved in the community and talking with residents between elections. Daisane takes office in January.

St Cloud, MN · 1d

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Sartell plans for $7 million in road repairs

At a pre-assessment public hearing Oct. 26 at the Sartell City Council meeting, plans for road repairs in three areas of Sartell were discussed. The two presenters of the plan were Sartell City Engineer April Ryan and Sartell Director of Finance & Operations Rob Voshell. The road-repair projects will involve...

Sartell, MN · 1d

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Visit The Massive Minnesota Flea Market With Incredible Deals That Beat Costco Every Single Time

There are two kinds of people in this world: those who have been to the Wright County Swappers Meet in South Haven, Minnesota, and those who don’t yet know what they’re missing. If you fall into that second category, today is a genuinely good day for you, because...

South Haven, MN · 1d

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Minnesota Saint John's University sues New York St. John's over 'Johnnies' trademark

Saint John’s University in Collegeville sued St. John’s University in New York in federal court in Minnesota on Wednesday over the use of "JOHNNIES" and similar names. The Minnesota school says it has used "JOHNNIES" since at least Sept. 1, 1900 and has held a federal registration for the mark since Oct. 12, 2004, according to the filing.

Collegeville, MN · 2d

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Board votes to deny land use map change

After a 45-minute discussion Tuesday, the Sherburne County Board voted not to approve an amendment to the Sherburne County Comprehensive Plan Land-Use Map for Private Energy Production on 80 acres in Big Lake Twp. The request was made in an effort to allow Nokomis Energy to build 5-megawatt solar garden...

Sherburne County, MN · 1d

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Mille Lacs residents recognized for conservation leadership

MILLE LACS — The Mille Lacs Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) is recognizing two individuals for their efforts on conservation and commitment to stewardship. Eugene Burma earned the recognition for his long-standing commitment to conservation and his innovative approach to balancing agricultural production with protecting natural resources. Burma has implemented a variety of conservation practices on his property within the county, including woodland management, prescribed grazing, cover crops and water-quality protection. Burma’s dedication to tree planting spans decades, and he now harvests trees grown from trees planted on his own land years ago. He also uses livestock to help manage invasive vegetation and improve forest health. Through thoughtful land and livestock management, Burma works to protect water quality, wildlife habitat and sensitive areas. He has been water quality certified for several years and maintains a strong working relationship with the District and Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, seeking guidance and implementing recommended conservation practices. “Burma’s willingness to try innovative approaches and demonstrate how agriculture and conservation can work together makes him a great example of long-term stewardship in the local community,” the SWCD wrote. The Mille Lacs SWCD is also recognizing John Goslinga for more than 40 years of

Mille Lacs County, MN · 2d

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Minnesota measles count soars, with most cases reported in Todd County

The Minnesota Department of Health on Thursday reported 59 new measles cases in the last week, bringing the total case count to 139 so far this year. It's the highest number the state has seen in decades.

Todd County, MN · 1d

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MnDOT Gathering Input on Highway 71 Improvements for 2034 Project in Sauk Centre

Highway 71 through south Sauk Centre is getting a fresh look. MnDOT is asking residents and business owners to weigh in at an open house this Tuesday to help shape what the road will look like over the next decade.

Sauk Centre, MN · 2d

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Bring Small Appliances And Textiles To St. Cloud Fix It Clinic Sunday

Got a wobbly lamp or a torn jacket. Skilled volunteers at Iron Street Distillery Sunday, 1 to 4, can help you fix it at the Fix It Clinic.

St Cloud, MN · 1d

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Local voters approve school funding increase

MONTICELLO — Public school districts across Minnesota, including those serving Monticello, Big Lake and Becker, will receive additional funding beginning next summer after voters overwhelmingly approved a constitutional amendment increasing annual payments from the state's Permanent School Fund. The amendment, approved in Tuesday's general election, increases the amount distributed annually from the $2.3 billion fund, which supports public education without raising income or property taxes. Unofficial statewide results early Wednesday showed approximately 73% of voters supporting the measure, with 23% opposed and 4% leaving the question blank. Locally, the amendment received majority support in Monticello, Big Lake and Becker, as well as their surrounding townships, according to unofficial results from the Minnesota Secretary of State's Office. Support was strongest in Monticello, where 4,309 voters supported the amendment and 1,695 opposed it. Including ballots left blank, the measure received 68.8% support in the city. In Big Lake, 64.1% of voters supported the amendment, while Becker voters approved it with 60.7% support. Voters in the surrounding townships were less supportive. The amendment received 57.8% support in Monticello Township, 56.4% in Big Lake Township and 55.5% in Becker Township. Countywide, the measure received 65.2% support in Wright County, compared with 59.5% in neighboring

Monticello, MN · 2d

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Seat Cover Solutions project takes another step forward

MONTICELLO — Plans for Seat Cover Solutions’ proposed $11 million headquarters and distribution center in Monticello took another step forward Oct. 26, as the City Council approved a preliminary plat for the development. The approval comes just two weeks after the council endorsed a revised state grant application for the fast-growing automotive accessories company, which recently doubled the size of its proposed facility from 55,000 to 110,000 square feet. The development is planned for approximately 11.6 acres in Otter Creek Business Park, where Seat Cover Solutions intends to consolidate its warehouse, distribution and office operations. The proposed building would include 18 loading docks and approximately 4,775 square feet of office space, with room for future office expansion. The facility is expected to accommodate approximately 40 employees. In a separate action Oct. 26, the council also approved removing existing drainage and utility easements to allow two parcels to be combined into one property for the development. Required easements will be reestablished as part of the new plat. The plans also call for a separate easement to protect an existing wood-chip trail connecting Chelsea Road to Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Park. Founded by Minnesota entrepreneurs Grant Pawlak and Patrick O’Donnell, Seat

Monticello, MN · 2d

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Veterans Day: More Than Just a Thank You

Next Wednesday, Nov. 11, Americans will pause to recognize the brave men and women who have worn our nation’s uniform. Veterans Day is more than just another date on the calendar. It’s an opportunity to remember that the freedoms we enjoy every day came at a price. Here...

Big Lake, MN · 1d

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Mark Swanson unseats incumbent Gregg Felber in Sherburne County Commissioner District 3; County Auditor, County Attorney incumbents Brenda Davis, Dawn Nyhus win narrow victories

Newcomer challenger Mark Swanson unseated incumbent Gregg Felber in the Sherburne County Commissioner District 3 race Tuesday night during the Nov. 3 General Elections. Notably, Swanson challenger Felber for the same seat back in 2022 and lost. He received more votes than Felber during the August Primary Elections this year. On Tuesday, Swanson won with 60% of the votes, or 4,895 votes, compared to Felber’s 40%, or 3,290 votes. County Attorney Separately in the County Auditor race, incumbent Dawn Nyhus won by just over 450 votes. She won 51% of the votes, or 17,579 votes, over challenger Hans Larson’s 49% of the votes, or 17,125 votes. County Auditor Separately in the County Auditor race, incumbent Brenda Davis also won a close race by earning 56% of the votes, or 19,236 votes, over challenger candidate Michael Tonsager’s 44%, or 15,289 votes.

Sherburne County, MN · 3d

Monticello Times

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Monticello data center debate puts public trust to test

MONTICELLO — What does transparency look like when a community is divided over a controversial development? In Monticello, the question has become central to the debate over the proposed Edmonson Business Center, a roughly 547-acre hyperscale data center development proposed by Monticello Tech LLC south of 85th Street NE and east of Highway 25. The proposal has raised questions about electricity demand, water use, noise from backup generators and the financial obligations associated with the development. Some residents have accused city officials of withholding information or failing to adequately address their concerns, while others say the information is available but want more explanation of how and why decisions are being made. The city has published studies, development applications and meeting materials on its website. Public meetings have been livestreamed and recorded, an open house was held on the area’s environmental review, and government records have been made available upon request. Yet as the proposal approaches a pivotal City Council hearing Nov. 9, disagreement persists over whether making information available is the same as being transparent. For some, transparency means providing access to information and opportunities for public participation. For others, it means explaining decisions, acknowledging unanswered questions and demonstrating that

Monticello, MN · 2d