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Airport Authority Sets New Goals For St. Cloud Sky Central Airport

Nearly 19 million in state and federal funding helped St. Cloud Sky Central Airport make these upgrades over the past few years.

St Cloud, MN · 2d

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Cretex Medical Acquires Select Assets of Design Phactory

Cretex Medical, a provider of contract medical device manufacturing and engineering services, acquired select assets and capabilities of Design Phactory, located in Zimmerman, Minnesota. Known for its expertise in solving complex molding challenges, Design Phactory is a tooling designer for plastic injection molding. The transaction closed in October 2026. “We’re...

Zimmerman, MN · 1d

County News Review

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Veterans set their sights on new Isanti County park

Jared Johnson took part in the inaugural veterans hunt that took place at Phillip G. Nyman Park in Isanti County late last month. Johnson did not bag a deer — and that’s why he considered the hunt a success, not a failure. “As I was getting ready to hunt, several of my kids told me that they’d love the opportunity to come with me and sit in the blind during this hunt,” Johnson wrote in a letter to the organizers of the event. “After getting an attendant approved, I set up a schedule to bring out one kid at a time for the evening and morning hunts over the three-day period. But when I harvested a deer, the hunt would be over, and those who didn’t get a chance to come with would have to wait until next year.” So when Johnson did not collect a deer, he received something more important: An opportunity to spend time with Adelya, Ellianna, Sherman and Amira Johnson. “Being selected for this hunt afforded me the opportunity to take four of my kids out with me to the blind that I was slotted for,” Johnson wrote. “Each time I went out, I was able

Isanti County, MN · 1d

SC Cloud | St. Cloud Times

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Introducing the 2026 St. Cloud Times All-Area Football Team

ST. CLOUD — As the MSHSL football state tournament gets underway, it is time to highlight the area's best players this season. Six area teams advanced to their sectional championships: Albany, Becker, Royalton, Kimball, Sartell and Foley. Of those six, the Huskies were the lone team to punch their ticket to the state tournament, marking their third trip in the last four years. More: St. Cloud-area runners shine at 2026 MSHSL State Championships More: Albany was down 21 points, then Cohen Habben came in at quarterback St. Cloud All-Area First Team QB: Tristan Kowalkowski, SR, Becker 2026 Stats: 129-of-193 (66.8%), 1,941 yards, 27 TD-5 INT Rushing: 42 carries, 139 yards, 5 TD Team Record: 6-4 More: Meet the future medical professional and D-I recruit leading Becker football More: On his 57th and final homecoming, Dwight Lundeen's 'Dogs rout Tech 57-0 RB: Jonah Ambrosier, SR, Sartell 2026 Stats: 280 carries, 1,596 yards (6.2 YPC), 19 TD Receiving: 2 Rec, 15 yards, 1 TD Team Record: 6-4 RB: Brody Kipka, SR, Foley 2026 Stats: 156 carries, 1,129 yards (7.2 YPC), 20 TD Receiving: 5 Rec, 36 yards Team Record: 7-3 WR: Tarver Schendzielos, SR, Becker 2026 Stats: 50 Rec, 888 yards, 12

St Cloud, MN · 1d

Monticello Times

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Special education cooperative explores expansion in Monticello

MONTICELLO — A special education cooperative serving three area school districts is exploring an expansion at the Minnesota Workforce Center in Monticello to accommodate students with intensive needs and potentially bring more of its specialized programs under one roof. The Sherburne Northern Wright Special Education Cooperative, which serves Monticello, Big Lake and Becker, is conducting preliminary assessments of available space at the facility, where most of its programs for students requiring the highest levels of support are already housed. John Weekley, the cooperative’s director of special education, outlined the space challenges during an Oct. 19 presentation to the Monticello School Board. The cooperative hopes to relocate Foundations 1, an elementary program for students with significant emotional and behavioral needs, from Monticello Middle School to the Pathways Education Center at the Workforce Center facility. Foundations 2, which serves secondary students with similar needs, is already located there, along with several other specialized programs. Weekley said bringing the programs together could improve access to specialized instruction, behavioral support and shared staffing resources. “Having more options to support student needs is very important,” he told the board. “It allows us to be really fiscally responsible as well.” The cooperative is also examining whether

Monticello, MN · 1d

1390 Granite City Sports

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Restaurant Thanksgiving Meals From Buffets To Takeout - Reservations Needed

No cooking, no mess, no dishes. Avoid that and eat out instead - restaurant quality

St Cloud, MN · 2d

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Model Trains Of All Scales Fill Rivers Edge Convention Center Saturday

Trains of every scale, plus books, videos and railroad collectibles fill the Rivers Edge Convention Center Saturday. Doug Bargmann and Greg Hoemberg host, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

St Cloud, MN · 3d

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St. Cloud State’s Henderson content to fly under the radar

There is a very short list of Black head basketball coaches in Minnesota colleges and universities. Northland Community College WBB Coach Shannon (Bolden) Nelson has been at the Thief River Falls two-year school since 2010 and is the winningest coach in program history. Peter Olafeso (Dakota County Technical College) has...

St Cloud, MN · 1d

SC Cloud | St. Cloud Times

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New Waite Park transit hub plans to open in 2027

Earlier this year, representatives from the Metro Bus Board of Commissioners, Minnesota Department of Transportation, Oertel Architects and KNB Contracting gathered to officially kick off construction on a new transit facility at 441 Second Ave S. in Waite Park. The new location will increase the current Metro Bus Transit Center and overall system as part of new routes and service improvements, known as "Metro Bus Forward." St. Cloud Metro Bus Chief Executive Officer Ryan Daniel, Chief Operations Officer Dave Green, Metro Bus Board Chair — and former City of St. Cloud Mayor Dave Kleis and Waite Park Mayor Ken Schmitt, also a board member, attended the event. "The City of Waite Park is excited about the new Metro Bus Transit Center,” Schmitt told the Times . “Transportation is a high priority in our city's Strategic Plan, and this project will improve accessibility and connectivity for our residents. It will help shorten travel times, improve service to underserved areas and strengthen regional connections.” Schmitt said transportation is not only about moving people from one location to the next. "It is about connecting residents to opportunities, supporting our local businesses and making sure everyone has access to the services they need," he

Waite Park, MN · 1d

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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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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Steve Joul Retires After 31 Years Leading CommunityGiving

Steve Joul retires after 31 years leading CommunityGiving, which grew from one St. Cloud foundation to 18 across the region.

St Cloud, MN · 1d

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B & J Evergreen Grows Families

It takes a decade to grow a Christmas tree, but for the Johnson family, it’s taken four generations to grow B & J Evergreen. Seventy years ago, Wally Johnson started a tree farm in Clear Lake, MN, so that his family would not have to spend their summers in the cities. He and his wife owned a cabin on Lake Julia, one of the Briggs Lake chain of lakes. Wally worked for Donaldson Manufacturing and wanted to teach his son how to work.

Clear Lake, MN · 1d

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CLFD Fire Hall update from council

The Clear Lake City Council met on Wednesday, November 4. The meeting was rescheduled from its usual first Monday of the month date because of elections occurring on November 3. All members of the council were present. The Good News. Mayor Elect Chad Nelson gave an update on the progress...

Clear Lake, MN · 1d

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Becker girls CC takes 11th at state

The Becker Bulldog girls cross country team finished off their season at the Minnesota State Cross Country meet on Saturday November 7. There was a lot of great competition, but the Bulldogs proved they are just as good with an 11th place finish. The meet was held at a new host site which was Majestic Oaks Golf Course in Ham Lake.

Becker, MN · 1d

Monticello Times

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Council approves final plat for Seat Cover Solutions expansion

MONTICELLO — Plans for a new Seat Cover Solutions warehouse and processing facility in Monticello's Otter Creek Business Park took another step forward Monday, Nov. 9, when the City Council approved the project's final plat and development agreement. The approval follows the council's Oct. 26 approval of a preliminary plat for the project, which calls for a 110,000-square-foot facility representing an investment of approximately $11 million. Seat Cover Solutions imports, sells and distributes custom-fit vehicle seat covers throughout the United States and internationally. The project was initially proposed as a 55,000-square-foot facility before plans were expanded to 110,000 square feet. The city currently owns the property and must consent to the development agreement. The developer will purchase the land after the final plat is recorded. The development agreement establishes the terms and conditions for the project, including required fees and financial securities. Final plat approval remains subject to the requirements and conditions established during preliminary plat approval.

Monticello, MN · 1d

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College Recruiting: state finalist Plumski to St. Cloud State University

Connor Plumski of Albany has committed to wrestling for St. Cloud State University following his upcoming senior season. Plumski is a two-time state placewinner for the Huskies. As a sophomore, he was the Class AA 189-pound runner-up in 2025. He placed third at 189 pounds as a junior. Plumski is...

St Cloud, MN · 19h

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No. 2 Gophers women’s hockey prepares for top-10 series against St. Cloud State

The Gophers women’s hockey team will face another tough test this weekend when they take on No. 9 St. Cloud State in a two-game series. Minnesota is entering the weekend with a 9-1 overall record and a 5-1 record in conference play. St. Cloud State is 8-4 overall and 6-2 in conference play.

St Cloud, MN · 13h

Elk River Star News

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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

Sherburne County, MN · 23h

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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