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May 17, 2024

Trump to Headline MN GOP Fundraiser in St. Paul

(Learfield News/St. Paul, MN) — Former President Donald Trump is scheduled to travel to Minnesota today (Fri ) to headline a fundraising dinner for the Minnesota Republican Party. Trump will be the featured speaker at tonight’s Lincoln Reagan dinner in St. Paul. The ex-president had previously stated that he would not return to Minnesota if […]

May 17, 2024

Willmar and Fairfax Motorcyclists Injured in Crash

Two motorcyclists, one from Willmar the other from Fairfax, were injured when their bikes collided southeast of Albert Lea Thursday afternoon. The State Patrol says 48-year-old Ryan Tillemans of Willmar and 69-year-old Leo Schweiss of Fairfax were taken to the hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. The Patrol says both riders were driving northbound on […]

May 17, 2024

Hutchinson to Host “So you want to be an Elected Official?” Program

If you’ve ever thought about running for office, perhaps being the next Mayor or City Council Member, or maybe you’re are just interested in the day-to-day life of an elected official in Hutchinson, City Administrator Matt Jaunich is inviting you to participate in a program aimed at those who may be interested in life as […]

May 16, 2024

Luce Line Photo Contest Open for Submissions

Submissions are now being accepted for the third annual Friends of the Luce Line West photo contest. The contest is open to everyone, with up to three photos per person that can be submitted now through November 1st. Photos can be of landscapes, plants, wildlife, different types of uses, different seasons and so on – but […]

May 16, 2024

Gov Walz Announces $6.2 Million in Child Care Access Grants

(Learfield News/St. Paul, MN) — The state of Minnesota is awarding more than six million dollars in grants to expand child care across the state. Governor Tim Walz says this funding is expected to increase childcare program capacity by over 22-hundred slots in Minnesota. Walz says these grants will increase access to child care and […]

May 16, 2024

Groundbreaking for Bethesda Senior Housing in Willmar

Willmar, Minn. – Bethesda is having a Ceremonial Groundbreaking of their senior housing expansion project in Willmar today (Thursday). Officials say it marks a significant milestone in commitment to providing exceptional care and accommodations for seniors in Willmar and throughout West Central Minnesota. The development comprises 118 units of active adult independent, catered living, and […]

May 16, 2024

Application Process Now Open for Vacancies in the Seventh Judicial District

[ST. PAUL, MN] – On Wednesday, the Commission on Judicial Selection announced two vacancies in Minnesota’s Seventh Judicial District. One of the vacancies occurred upon the elevation of the Honorable Sarah E. Hennesy to the Minnesota Supreme Court, and the other vacancy will occur upon the resignation of the Honorable Greta M. Smolnisky. These seats […]

May 15, 2024

Flags at Half-Staff for Peace Officer Memorial Day in MN

(Learfield News/St. Paul, MN) — Flags are flying at half-staff on state buildings in Minnesota today (Wed) in honor of peace officers who have been killed or injured in the line of duty. The proclamation from Governor Tim Walz declares May 15th as Peace Officer Memorial Day in Minnesota. Walz says, “today we honor the […]

May 15, 2024

Three Injured in Wright Co 3-Vehicle Crash

A driver and her two passengers were injured in a three-vehicle crash in Wright County Tuesday afternoon, west of Cokato. The State Patrol says 42-year-old Amber Michels of Hamburg was taken to HCMC for treatment of life-threatening injuries. Her passengers, 13-year-old Jayden Michels and 10-year-old Kendra Michels, were taken to HCMC for treatment of non-life-threatening […]

May 15, 2024

Body Found on Nest Lake

The body of a Kansas man that had been kayaking on Nest Lake in Kandiyohi County has been found. The Sheriff’s Office says the body of 39-year-old Shane White of Overland Park, Kansas has been positively identified. White went kayaking Saturday night and then failed to return to his vacation rental. At just before 9am […]