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Monticello Times

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Holiday train to make two stops in Wright County Dec. 16

The sights and sounds of the holiday season will roll through Wright County on Wednesday, Dec. 16, when the Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) Holiday Train makes stops in Buffalo and Annandale, bringing live entertainment and Christmas cheer while helping to fight hunger. Now in its 28th year, the brightly decorated train will visit Buffalo from 6 to 6:30 p.m. at Fifth Street Northeast, followed by Annandale from 7:30 to 8 p.m. at Downtown Park on Harrison Street. Each stop will feature a free, approximately 30-minute concert by Canadian singer-songwriters Jamie Fine and Shawnee Kish. Fine, an Ottawa native and five-time Juno Award nominee, has amassed more than 100 million global music streams. Her platinum-selling single “If Anything’s Left” helped establish her as a rising pop artist known for emotionally candid songwriting and energetic performances. Kish, a Mohawk, Two-Spirit singer-songwriter, blends country, Americana and rock influences with powerful vocals and personal storytelling. A four-time Juno Award nominee, she earned a 2026 Canadian Country Music Association nomination for Alternative Country Album of the Year. Her single “Ride At Dawn” reached the Top 50 on Billboard’s Canada Country chart. Visitors are encouraged to arrive early, as the Holiday Train traditionally draws large

Wright County, MN · 1d

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Newcomers win over incumbents in election for Wright County Board

Wright County was the location of two surprise upset races on election night, Nov. 3. Newcomers in Districts 3 and 4 won over the incumbents running in the seats. In District 3, Ryan Dunlap triumphed over incumbent Jeanne Holland. Dunlap received 5,500 votes (51.97%) and Holland received 5,044 votes (47.66%). In a statement to Crow River News, Dunlap thanked the community for voting for him. “It’s an honor, and the messages I’ve heard from residents since the election have meant a lot,” Dunlap said. He said that he hoped to accomplish three main things once in office. “I want to keep the county’s finances on solid footing, with a strong reserve and a budget that doesn’t take more from taxpayers than it needs,” Dunlap said. He also said he wanted to make sure that county board meetings would be public and easily accessible to the public. Dunlap said his third goal is to be a commissioner that is available to the community. “I want to be a commissioner people can reach, and I’ll explain my votes so residents know where I stand and why,” he said. He also said he would make sure he would collaborate with the four other

Wright County, MN · 23h

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Future roadwork plans on Hwy 10 between Big Lake and Elk River

The Minnesota Department of Transportation invites the public to an open house-style meeting to learn about planned roadwork on Highway 10 between Big Lake and Elk River. The meeting will be held on Thursday, Nov. 19 from 2 to 6 p.m. at Big Lake City Hall, 160 Lake St. N., Big Lake, MN.

Big Lake, MN · 1d
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Blue Star Mothers host annual fall craft fair in Buffalo

The Wright County chapter of Blue Star Mothers hosted its annual Fall Craft Fair and Fundraiser at Buffalo American Legion Post 270 on Saturday, Nov. 7. Blue Star Mothers of Wright County Chapter 13 is part of Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc. For those who attended, the craft fair...

Buffalo, MN · 1d
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Monticello Times

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Magic rout rival Elks to reach state

It was a rematch to remember. Monticello punched its ticket to the state football tournament Friday for the fourth time in school history, joining the 1976, 1988 and 2024 teams. The Magic did it by cruising past rival Elk River 23-0 in the Section 7AAAAA championship. The first meeting between the teams came a few weeks earlier. With both sides coming in 6-0, statewide attention turned to Elk River, where the Elks and Magic battled to stay undefeated. The Magic came out on top in a back-and-forth slugfest that ended 36-29. After winning their next two games, including a section semifinal, the Magic met the Elks again. The winner was the same, but the game was anything but. Maxwell Lofgren capped a 73-yard opening drive, following excellent blocking on a toss to the right side all the way to the end zone for a 13-yard touchdown. Quarterback Carson Deibele ran in the two-point conversion to make it 8-0 with 6:26 left in the first quarter. Early in the second quarter, the Magic defense came up big, recovering a fumble deep in its own territory to leave the Elks with no points. Monticello took over and drove down the field again.

Monticello, MN · 3d

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City of Buffalo Fall Leaf Pickup Next Week

City of Buffalo residents are reminded that the city’s annual fall leaf pickup days are coming up next week. Leaf pickup will take place on the regular garbage collection day, next Tuesday through Thursday, November 17th through the 19th. Residents should set bagged leaves at the curb as you...

Buffalo, MN · 1d

Elk River Star News

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Elks shut out by Monticello in Section 7-5A championship

The No. 2-seeded Elk River football team saw its season come to an end with a 23-0 loss to top-seeded Monticello in the Section 7-5A championship Friday, Nov. 6, in Monticello. In a game in which both teams controlled the ball for extended stretches and scoring opportunities were limited, two Elk River turnovers proved costly against a talented Monticello team. The shutout was Elk River’s first in more than 14 years, dating back to a September 2012 loss to Totino-Grace. Monticello opened the scoring on its first possession, marching 74 yards in 12 plays before Max Lofgren scored on a 13-yard run with 6:26 remaining in the first quarter. Carson Deibele ran in the two-point conversion to give the Magic an 8-0 lead. Elk River responded with a promising drive, moving 51 yards in 12 plays to the Monticello 21-yard line as the first quarter ended. However, a fumble on the first play of the second quarter ended the threat, giving the Magic possession at its own 13. Monticello capitalized, driving 87 yards in 10 plays and scoring on a 12-yard touchdown pass from Deibele to Johnny Moore with 7:12 remaining in the half. Deibele and Moore connected again on

Monticello, MN · 15h

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3 Minnesota Cities Now Ranked Among The Midwest's 10 Best Places To Live

Minnesota had more cities in the top 10 than any other state in a new ranking of the Midwest’s 10 best places to live. See which three made the list, where they ranked, and what makes each one stand out.

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End of an era: Bulldogs fall in Lundeen’s final game

For 57 years, Dwight Lundeen has walked the sidelines as head coach of the Becker Bulldogs football team. Friday night, he did it for the very last time. The Bulldogs’ remarkable late-season run came to an end Friday evening in Fergus Falls as the Otters held off a determined Becker squad, 28-21, in the Section 8AAAA championship game.

Becker, MN · 1d

Monticello Times

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Anonymous donor gives $5,000 to help Monticello Middle School students

MONTICELLO — An anonymous donor is helping ensure that financial hardship doesn’t prevent Monticello Middle School students from having the essentials they need or participating in school activities. The Monticello School Board unanimously accepted a $5,000 donation designated for middle school students in need during its Nov. 2 meeting. The money will primarily help cover basic necessities, including clothing, essential school supplies and equipment. It will also help offset costs for families so students can participate in field trips and grade-level activities. According to the district, the donation comes from a longtime supporter who has made similar contributions in the past. “The donor met with our Student Center team this fall to learn more about current student needs. They have generously provided similar donations in the past,” Monticello Middle School Principal Jeff Scherber said. “During our meeting, the team shared how previous funds were used and highlighted the positive impact on our students. We are deeply grateful to have community members who are so committed to supporting our schools and helping families overcome basic needs barriers.” The money will be managed through a dedicated account alongside other student-support grants. Families and students who need assistance can contact school counselors directly,

Monticello, MN · 1d

Union-Times

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‘Blue wave’ misses rural Minnesota in state, federal races

MILLE LACS/SHERBURNE — Election Day was one to remember this year as millions of voters made their voices heard at the polls. Nationally, a blue wave swept the country as Democratic candidates were elected at an unprecedented rate. Closer to home, voters leaned red and elected a number of Republican candidates into state and federal races. Below is an overview of how the people of Mille Lacs and Sherburne counties voted in local federal and state races. U.S. Representative District 6 In District 6, Republican incumbent Tom Emmer faced-off against democratic-Farmer-Laborer candidate Doug Chapin for the two-year term. Emmer ended the night with 204,705 votes — or 55.73% — while Chapin received 162,213, or 44.16%. District 6 encompasses Benton, Carver, Sherburne, Stearns, and Wright counties. U.S. Representative District 8 Republican incumbent Pete Stauber went head-to-head with Democratic-Farmer-Laborer candidate Trina Swanson in District 8. Stauber claimed 53.06% or 190,743 votes, and Swanson took home 168,350 votes — or 46.84%. District 8 encompasses all of northeastern Minnesota, including Mille Lacs County. State Senate District 10 Running for District 10 were Republican incumbent candidate Nathan Wesenberg and Democratic-Farmer-Laborer candidate Tara Killen. At the end of the night, Wesenberg received the majority vote, re-electing

Mille Lacs County, MN · 1d

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STMA School Board reviews CACR, talks fall enrollment

The St. Michael-Albertville School Board approved a Comprehensive Assessment and Civil Readiness Plan, discussed fall enrollment and heard from Wright Technical Center Director Brian Nutter at a meeting on Nov. 2. Comprehensive Assessment and Civil Readiness Plan The School Board approved the district’s annual Comprehensive Assessment and Civil Readiness Plan. Director of Teaching and Learning Jennifer Kelly said the CACR examines school test scores, graduation rates and makes goals for the next school year. “We've had some unfortunate years where we needed to make some hard decisions, and so that systemically just has an impact on things that happen within our educational system. We've had some real reading challenges,” Kelly said. But one of the goals the district met was increasing the graduation rate. It increased from 94.1% to 97.3% for the class of 2025, which met the CACR’s goal of a 2.8% increase. As for testing, the percentage of students taking the preACT went down from 58% in 2025 to 54.6% in 2026. But the percentage of students who took the ACT increased from 33.9% in 2025 to 48.9% in 2026. Fall enrollment Executive Director of Business Services Kris Crocker said that the current enrollment in STMA Schools was

Albertville, MN · 1d

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Delano’s first marijuana dispensary opens at Flippin’ Bills

Delano’s first marijuana dispensary is now open at Flippin’ Bills. High Society opened Oct. 9 after months of planning, construction and state licensing, said Niel Patel, owner of Flippin’ Bills and director of retail operations for the dispensary. The business occupies the former truckers lounge at the convenience store.

Delano, MN · 1d

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For new Brazilian steakhouse, Maple Grove location is a homecoming

Bullvino’s Brazilian Steakhouse will soon be opening its fourth location and occupying the former Golden Corral site in Maple Grove, at 13603 Grove Drive. The restaurant has other locations in St. Paul, Bloomington and Bolingbrook, Illinois. There are also plenty of Minnesota and Maple Grove connections. Blake Hagert, owner/partner with Bullvino’s, said the restaurant is a family-owned and locally-owned Brazilian steakhouse, or churrascaria, rooted in the gaucho tradition of southern Brazil. “Our founder, Marcio de Morais, was born in Rio Grande do Sul, the birthplace of gaucho culture, and opened our first restaurant in St. Paul in 2019 to bring that tradition to Minnesota," he said. “The name says what we're about. ‘Bull’ is for the premium cuts we hand select, and ‘Vinos’ is for the wine tradition of South America.” Dinner is churrasco style, the way it's done in Brazil. “Our gauchos fire roast up to 21 cuts over open flame, bring them to your table on the skewer and carve them right in front of you. That includes picanha, the signature cut of Brazilian churrasco,” Hagert said. He noted that each diner gets a two-sided medallion. One side will let the gauchos keep bringing food and the red

Maple Grove, MN · 2d

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This Sunday Flea Market In Minnesota Has Quietly Rewarded Treasure Hunters For Half A Century

Somewhere in rural Wright County, a quiet patch of land fills with folding tables, rows of booths, and people carrying bags they did not plan to fill. Collectors come for vinyl records and old signs, crafters come to sell and scout, and families come for the puppies, plants, and pony rides.

Wright County, MN · 20h

Monticello Times

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Historically Speaking: Yearbooks, buses and consolidation reshape Monticello schools

This is Part 11 of a series marking 170 years since Monticello’s first school opened Sept. 15, 1856. Recent installments followed the school’s 1928 expansion and traced the early history of Monticello’s longtime Redmen name. Continuing from last week, the Class of 1943 matched the Class of 1938 with 36 graduates. That year also brought the first Monticello school yearbook since 1908. The opening pages introduced the publication: “The Pow Wow 1943 Vol. I; Published Biannually By The Juniors And Seniors Of Monticello High School Monticello, Minnesota.” The staff included Richard Kiebel, editor-in-chief; Shirley McPherson, assistant editor; Evan Merz Jr., business manager; Conrad Johnson, advertising manager; Marvel Miller, snapshot editor; Bud Anderson and Willard Anderson, sports; Carolyn Lungwitz, music editor; George Ferguson, class editor; Josephine Albers, artist; Lois Burkholder, activities editor; and Gladys Robeck, Maxine Trunnell and Mariann Miller, typists. The staff explained the purpose of its new publication in the preface: “In every community there is one institution that interests all of the people. That institution is the school. It is the purpose of this publication to portray pictorially and verbally the activities of our school. We hope that this book will serve as a record and a reminder

Monticello, MN · 1d

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In Small-Town Lester Prairie, Near Hutchinson, Garbers’ Meats Is A Butcher Shop Worth The Drive Through Minnesota Farm Country

Smoked salmon is one of the most talked-about items at a small butcher shop in the middle of Minnesota corn country. That alone made me stop scrolling. The surprises keep stacking up. This little meat counter also turns out jerky, cheddar brats, old-fashioned wieners, and bologna with a loyal following.

Lester Prairie, MN · 5d

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2026 MSHSL State Cross Country Meet Results

The 2026 MSHSL State Cross Country meet has changed locations for the first time in years from Les Bolstad Golf Course in Falcon Heights to Majestic Oaks Golf Course in Ham Lake. The meet took place on Saturday, November 7th. It was a great day to run, with temps in the high 40’s when things kicked off. Here is a look at how the state tournament went as well as how all the athletes and teams competing from Wright County did. Congrats to all the athletes.

Wright County, MN · 1d

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Minnesota Signing Day Preview: Top Hoops, Hockey Recruits Headed Out of State

On Wednesday, some of Minnesota high school’s top athletes are expected to sign at top colleges. The NCAA’s early signing […]

Maple Grove, MN · 3d

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Firearms deer season starts strong

The 2026 firearms deer hunting season is off to a strong start, buoyed by a strong deer herd and incredibly mild weather that has allowed hunters to stay afield longer during the opening weekend. According to the MN DNR, nearly 76,000 deer were registered across the state during the opening...

Minnesota · 1d