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State Experience Fuels Bright Future for North Shore Storm Cross Country Team

State Experience Fuels Bright Future for North Shore Storm Cross Country Team. The future of North Shore Storm cross country was on display at the Class AA State Cross Country Championships. Competing against a field of 160 of Minnesota’s fastest runners, freshman Sophia Schut and sophomores Sam Swartz and Atley...

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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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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

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Crimson football falls in round of 16 to Sabers

The Maple Grove football team saw its season end on Nov. 6 in a 31-0 loss to Shakopee. The Crimson lost 31-0 to the top seed in their region, ending their season with a 5-5 record in the round of 16 of the Class AAAAAA state tournament. The two teams battled it out in the first quarter and the Crimson kept it close. Neither team scored, but the Sabers wouldn't stay down for long. With 11 points in the second quarter, the Sabers went into the halftime break with a two-possession lead. That only got worse with a third quarter touchdown and extra point, making it 18-0. The Crimson offense totaled just 165 yards as the Sabers put the game away in the fourth quarter. They scored 13 to the Crimson's none and won 31-0 at home to head to the state quarterfinals. Graham Greseth threw for 145 yards on 11-17 passing, but had an interception and no touchdowns to show for it. The rushing attack was completely stunted for the Crimson. Luke Smith went for just 18 yards on seven attempts, Luca Maciej had two yards on six attempts and Greseth ran for no yards on three attempts. The

Maple Grove, MN · 2d

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Minnesota Prep Sports Network: Holy Family Catholic vs. Andover girls hockey

Watch live Minnesota high school sports games through the Minnesota Prep Sports Network. On Nov. 12, it’s Holy Family Catholic vs. Andover girls hockey.

Andover, 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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Additional Costs Found for Future Osseo Brewery Renovations

For months, Osseo residents have watched construction transform an old building into a new brewery. Plans for Heavy Rotation Brewery to relocate into a new building started earlier this year and an agreement with the city helped to make sure the move would happen. Construction on the space began after...

Osseo, MN · 2d

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Maple Grove hopes for grant for 82nd Avenue/Main Street project

At its Nov. 2 meeting, the Maple Grove City Council approved support of the city’s Local Road Improvement Program grant application for funding for the 82nd Avenue and Main Street Area Rehabilitation Project. In May 2025, the council initially approved improvements to Main Street between Lakeview Drive and Weaver Lake Road, Lakeview Drive and 82nd Avenue (near Life Time and the Maple Grove Library). These plans were paused after developments at the Maple Grove Community Center and a possible performing arts center area. A feasibility report was ordered in February. The plans for the area includes new bituminous roadways, roundabouts at Main Street and 82nd Avenue and Main Street and Lakeview Drive, walking paths along the roadways, and new landscaping. These improvements would help with future traffic flows from the Maple Grove Community Center’s expansion and the Maple Grove Performing Arts Center located in the road project area. Proposed construction costs for the project area estimated at $5.95 million. City staff is looking to apply for $1.5 million in MnDOT 2026 Local Road Improvement Program grant funds to help pay for the project. According to city staff, “The grant program provides funding assistance to local agencies for constructing or reconstructing

Maple Grove, MN · 3d

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Anoka-Hennepin Schools sees enrollment decline

Enrollment is down at Anoka-Hennepin Schools. According to the district’s Oct. 1 report, kindergarten through 12th grade saw a decrease of 367 students from last year compared to their projected decrease of only seven students. Although enrollment fluctuates as the school year progresses, Oct. 1 enrollment numbers help determine school staffing needs and are reported to the state to determine funding received for the following year. This year, the K-12 population is 36,051, which is 274 less students than reported in 2020 near the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.. “This is our second year of enrollments coming underneath projections, and that’s a trend that we’re anticipating for upcoming years as well,” said Nick Herman, the district’s data integration manager. Many school districts in the county have attributed a downward trend in kindergarten enrollment to lower birth rates across the state, which was predicted by the state demographer in a 2024 report. “We have fifth grade classes going to middle school that are relatively large, and they are not being replaced by kindergarten and they’re not being fully replaced by growth throughout from K to five,” Herman said. “Last year was a record low for kindergarten, and we came in four

Anoka, MN · 2d

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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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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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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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

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Dream Fulfilled: KG’s Barber Shop Opens in Maple Grove

A new option is now open for men’s and boys’ hair cuts in Maple Grove. KG’s Barber Shop has opened at a location northwest of I-94 and Maple Grove Parkway near Menards. The business caters to a diverse range of clients and offers a variety of hair services, including dreads, braids, perms and beard trims.

Maple Grove, MN · 5h

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Wirth Center, Impacks Among Greater St. Cloud 2026 Innovation Award Winners

From the Daniel Building's new life to KitGenie's custom school supply kits, Greater St. Cloud's 2026 awards celebrate the people and groups shaping Benton, Sherburne and Stearns Counties.

St Cloud, MN · 13h

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Isanti and Chisago County Court Reports, Nov. 1 - 7

David Lucas Goebel (DOB 06/29/2003) of Isanti, was charged Nov. 2 with Financial Transaction Card Fraud-Use-No Consent. Jason William Tillmans (DOB 12/29/1972) of Minneapolis, was charged Nov. 5 with Drugs - 1st Degree - Possess 50 grams or more - cocaine or methamphetamine. Michael Eugene Tabaka (DOB 08/16/1961) of Isanti,...

Isanti, MN · 1d