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Blaine Police Department Mourns the Loss of K9 Cuda After Medical Complications
The Blaine Police Department is mourning the loss of K9 Cuda, a dedicated service dog who served alongside Officer Kelly Jahnke. According to a Facebook post by Coon Rapids Police Department, the beloved canine passed away due to complications from Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (GDV), a serious medical condition, after undergoing emergency surgery over the weekend.
BWCA search for missing canoers continues as weather improves
IRON LAKE, Minn. (FOX 9) - An influx of resources from state and local authorities along with improving weather is contributing to the search for two missing canoeists in the Boundary Water Canoe Area (BWCA), according to an update from the St. Louis County Sheriff's Office. The Minnesota National Guard...
Maple Grove Seeks Passionate Animal Care Technician for Its City Impound Facility
Maple Grove is on the hunt for an animal lover to fill the role of a full-time animal care technician. The city's impound facility needs a dedicated individual with experience in animal containment or care, eager to make a daily impact on the lives of local pets and wildlife. The...
Two incumbents, one challenger in race for two county board seats so far
Fobbe, Schumacher both file for District 5 position by Joni Astrup Associate Editor Three people — including the two incumbents — have filed so far for the two seats on the Sherburne County Board of Commissioners that are up for election this year. ...
STMA Rotary Students of the Month announced for May
The St. Michael-Albertville Rotary Club announced that St. Michael-Albertville Knights Academy juniors Jazlyn Jolly, Zoey Solum, and Sam Vukelich were recognized as the Rotary Students of the month for May. Jazlyn, whose parents are Dary and Jay, has made the B honor roll. She is proud of where she is in life today and the perseverance she has displayed. Jazlyn plans to attend community college after graduation but has not yet decided what she would like to study. ...
Memorial Day ceremonies will honor fallen veterans
MONTICELLO — On a day dedicated to honoring and mourning all U.S. military personnel who died while serving their country, Monticello will play host to a number of Memorial Day observances across the city. These observances throughout the morning of Monday, May 27 are planned jointly by the Monticello American Legion Post 260 and Monticello Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8731. Prior to the main Memorial Day ceremony at the...
St. Michael approves final plans for over 300 home development
At the May 14 St. Michael City Council meeting, the council approved the final site plans for a development called Gonz Lake West with over 300 homes. The council approved the overall plan along with the first portion of the development. The first addition will be located on the southwest corner of the subdivision off of Jamison Avenue NE and includes 77 single-family lots. Once all of the phases of...
Times Past: Look back at this week in city history
30 YEARS AGO: MAY 26, 1994 • Monticello Township alleged a conflict of interest in a 160-acre annexation because councilmember Patty Olsen’s business connections allegedly “clouded” the annexation. Olsen’s job at the time was that of a real estate representative. • The Monticello High School boys track team was crowned the State AA champions at the state true team track meet at the National Sports Center in Blaine. The boys...
Monticello Times newspaper marks 167 years of printing
This month, the Monticello Times is celebrating its 167th birthday, making it the fifth-oldest newspaper in Minnesota. The city’s newspaper of record has a long and storied history, which dates back nearly as long as the founding of Monticello itself in 1856. It includes myriad owners, editors and even different names and political leanings over this period. The first Monticello Times was issued on May 2, 1857, under editor and...
Wild West Days kicks up its heels this weekend in Zimmerman
The 53rd annual Wild West Days in Zimmerman kicked off Thursday, May 23, and runs through Monday, May 27. It started with a carnival, beer tent and fair food on the grounds of Zimmerman City Park at Second Street East and Main Street. Things heated up and expanded on Friday, May 24, when more food vendors, a mercantile, pony rides and a petting zoo were added along with live music...
Brooklyn Park's Skaalvenn Distillery launches new Yuzu Gin
BROOKLYN PARK, Minn. — Nine years after opening and five years since their last new product release, Brooklyn Park's Skaalvenn Distillery is launching something new in the local spirits category: gin, flavored with real Japanese yuzu. Not familiar with Yuzu? Yuzu is a hybrid citrus that is extremely popular...
5th Annual Independence Showdown Returns to Maple Grove
Top Bulb Triple $15K’s, No-Box Triple $5K’s, Jr. Dragster Triple $1K’s at the FRBR Promotions 5th Annual Independence Showdown July 5-7, 2024 at Maple Grove Raceway. MOHNTON, PA- Mark your calendars for the FRBR Promotions 5th Annual Daryl Tillman Realty Group Independence Showdown, presented by Blittersdorf’s Automotive, at Maple Grove Raceway from July 5-7, 2024. This event promises an action-packed weekend with Triple $15K’s for Top Bulb, Triple $5K’s for No-Box, and Triple $1K’s for Junior Dragsters. Highlights include Morris Performance Transmissions Saturday night Shootouts, Dash for Cash, a spectacular fireworks display, and much more!
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