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Willmar Cardinals move on to State AAAA Semifinals, defeating the Pioneers

(Blaine, MN) The #2 Seed Section 2AAAA Champion Willmar Cardinals faced the #3 Seed Section 3AAAA Champion Hill-Murray Pioneers Thursday evening in the State AAAA Quarterfinals. The Cardinals came into the matchup with a perfect 10-0 season record. Hill-Murray came into this game with a 9-1 season record. The Willmar Cardinals continued their season momentum over the Pioneers, advancing with a 49-35 victory.

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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.

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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

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Champlin man accused of using stolen IDs to hop between home rentals

Authorities say a 26-year-old Champlin man used out-of-state victims’ identities to rent apartments in St. Louis Park after being evicted from another unit. The man, Samuel Jusufu Willie, has been charged with felony identity theft. According to a criminal complaint filed Nov. 10 in Hennepin County District Court, Willie rented an apartment on Ridge Drive under the stolen identity of an out-of-state resident. Willie was evicted from the apartment April 17 and subsequently rented another unit on Colorado Avenue South under the identity of another out-of-state man. A local property management company reported losing $9,049.24 as a result of the two fraudulent rentals. A search of Willie’s vehicle uncovered financial documents belonging to two additional people and records tied to a third apartment in Minneapolis leased under the second out-of-state victim's name. That victim told investigators a Minneapolis management company had sued him for $19,017.84 in unpaid rent. He faces a felony charge of identity theft involving the transfer, possession or use of another person’s identity. His bail was set at $60,000. The charge carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison and/or a $20,000 fine.

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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

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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...

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Sherburne County Seeks Public Input on Hazard Mitigation Plan

Sherburne County is asking residents and local organizations to review its updated draft of its Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP), which aims to reduce risks from natural hazards, and is provide public feedback on it by Nov. 15. The updated, multi-jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan covers the county’s cities and townships, as well as participating school districts, agencies, organizations and businesses. The county says the plan is intended to help reduce long-term risks to people and property from various hazards. “Like all Minnesota counties, Sherburne County is vulnerable to a variety of natural hazards such as tornadoes, windstorms, severe winter storms, flooding, drought, and extreme temperatures, which can threaten the loss of life and property in the county,” the release said. The public can access the plan using the following links: Sherburne County HMP Website Homepage (feedback form at the bottom of page: https://sherburne-county-hmp-umn.hub.arcgis.com/ ) and Sherburne County Mitigation Action Charts (feedback form at the bottom of page: https://sherburne-county-hmp-umn.hub.arcgis.com/pages/goals-implementation ). Proposed measures described in the draft include infrastructure projects in areas with repeated flooding, safe rooms in places vulnerable to tornadoes and severe storms, burying power lines, improving emergency warnings and public outreach on severe weather and preparedness. Sherburne County Emergency Management

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Uncertainty, setbacks as freshman football player recovers from life-threatening injury

He took a big hit when attempting to block a defender, and lost consciousness while trying to jog off the field.

Andover, MN · 13h

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Top Minnesota High School Boys Basketball Player Signs With UConn

Maple Grove senior center Jack Thelen signed with the UConn Huskies on Wednesday. Thelen is a 4-star recruit at 7-foot-1, […]

Maple Grove, MN · 1d

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$500 Million Expansion To Transform Maple Grove Hospital

A major expansion project is on the horizon in Maple Grove that aims to meet the growing health care needs of the northwest metro for decades to come. Through a new partnership between North Memorial Health and Sanford Health, North Memorial Health – Maple Grove Hospital is set to double in size. The project is possible thanks to a $500 million investment from Sanford Health.

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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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Step Into This Minnesota Car Museum And Feel Like You’ve Driven Straight Into The 1950s

Somewhere off a busy road in Rogers, Minnesota, rows of polished classic cars sit waiting under one roof. Every single one of them has a price tag. That twist turns an ordinary afternoon into something halfway between a museum trip and a very tempting shopping spree. Vintage collectors, weekend car fans, and anyone who grew up hearing stories about tail fins and chrome bumpers will find plenty to talk about here.

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BL Twp. completes the work begun at the last meeting

The Big Lake Township Board of Supervisors meeting held on Wednesday, October 28 took up some unfinished business from its last meeting. Last meeting, with the recommendation of Supervisor Dean Brenteson, the board voted to cancel all bids received for 2026-2027 snow and ice removal. Brenteson had said that the township had tried to do a three-year contract, but there were too many complications and unknown variables that had to be accounted for.

Big Lake, MN · 1d

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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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Sauk Rapids-Rice Volleyball Falls To Princeton In State Quarterfinal

Sauk Rapids-Rice battled Princeton point for point at state, but the Storm fell in three tight sets at Grand Casino Arena. Josie Anderson had 21 kills.

Sauk Rapids, MN · 1d

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Albertville Fire Department reports, Oct. 25-31

These incidents were included in the Albertville Fire Department's Oct. 25-31 reports. Sunday, Oct. 25 - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury at Kalland Avenue NE, Albertville - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury at Lander Avenue NE, Otsego - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury at 51st Circle NE, Albertville Monday, Oct. 26 - Fire alarm at 64th Way NE, Albertville - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury at Kahl Avenue NE, Albertville - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury at 74th Street NE, Otsego Tuesday, Oct. 27 - Fire alarm at 83rd Street NE, Otsego - Fire alarm at 80th Street NE, Otsego Wednesday, Oct. 28 - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury at 95th Street NE, Otsego - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury at 67th Street NE, Otsego - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury at County Road 37 NE, Albertville - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury at Lachman Avenue NE, Albertville Thursday, Oct. 29 - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury at 67th Street NE, Albertville - Gas leak at Lander Avenue NE, Otsego Friday, Oct. 30 - Odor of smoke at Karston Avenue

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Get Your Heart Racing At One Of The Largest Go-Kart Tracks You’ll Ever Find In Minnesota

Somewhere in Maple Grove, Minnesota, there’s a building where perfectly reasonable adults climb into small, loud, fast machines and immediately forget every stress they’ve ever had. ProKART Indoor Racing is that building, and it deserves a permanent spot on your list of places to visit before you run...

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So Minnesota: All aboard! North Metro Model Railroad Club has one of the largest layouts in the state

A Twin Cities model railroad club hidden in a former grocery store basement has built one of Minnesota’s largest train layouts.

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Football playoffs: Irish, Cougars advance to quarterfinals

Class 6A teams now playing for trips to U.S. Bank Stadium Rosemount defensive coordinator Parc Williams watched with admiration as the Irish offense plowed through St. Michael-Albertville for yet another first down. “I’m loving this,” he said. With good reason. Rosemount’s offense was giving Williams’ defense an extended break, and it was bleeding the clock in the second half as the Irish finished off a one-sided 35-7 victory in the second round of the Class 6A football playoffs Nov. 6. St. Michael-Albertville (4-6) shut out three of its previous four opponents, but Rosemount (7-3) quickly eliminated that possibility by driving 72 yards in 10 plays – all on the ground – for a touchdown on the game’s first possession. The Irish kept on rolling, gaining 430 yards – 347 on the ground – in reaching the state quarterfinals for the first time since 2023 and 14th time overall. They will play Prior Lake at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, at Maple Grove High School. With Rosemount’s rushing game dominating, that meant the Irish offensive linemen were having a good time. “It’s a great offense to block for,” said senior Max Meger, the Irish’s center. “Of course, it’s fun running down

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STMA Schools Hires Bullard as Superintendent-in-Waiting

With an eye on the future and a want for some Minnesota-grown leadership, the St. Michael-Albertville School Board announced it will hire Paynesville School District Superintendent Janell Bullard as its current Assistant Superintendent of Schools and, effectively, Superintendent-in-Waiting, as she will take over for the retiring Dr. Ann-Marie Foucault in 2028-2029.

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