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April 24, 2026

FIRST CASE OF BIRD FLU CONFIRMED THIS SPRING

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza has made its first appearance in Minnesota this spring. State officials say the virus was confirmed last week in a flock of nearly 63,000 commercial turkey meat birds. The flock was placed under quarantine on Thursday, April 16th. This marks the first case in Minnesota since two flocks were affected in […]

April 24, 2026

Events Planned for Free State Park Day

(Learfield News/Undated) – Minnesotans can enjoy free admission to all state parks and recreation areas Saturday as the DNR waives vehicle permit fees. Parks and Trails spokesperson Lauren Peck says more than 30 special events are planned statewide, from outdoor story times at Jay Cooke to scavenger hunts at Itasca and even an Earth Day […]

April 22, 2026

40th Annual Tinman Triathlon in Morris, Minnesota

Celebrate 40 years of grit, heart, and hometown pride at the 40th Annual Tinman Triathlon in Morris, Minnesota! Join us on May 2, 2026 at the Regional Fitness Center on the University of Minnesota–Morris campus for one of the region’s most welcoming and energizing race experiences. Whether you’re chasing a PR, tackling your first triathlon, […]

April 21, 2026

Wags, Whiskers, and Wine

Stevens Community Humane Society Presents Wags, Whiskers, and Wine At Old #1 Southside on Saturday, MAY 2nd from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Tickets $35 in advance or $40 at the door. There will be a Social Hour, Dinner, Silent Auction, Live Auction, Grab Bags, and a Wie Pull. For advance tickets: Text (320) 491-5676 […]

April 18, 2026

Clinton, Minnesota, is receiving a $10,000 grant

The city of Clinton, Minnesota, is receiving a $10,000 grant to help preserve a piece of local railroad history. The grant was issued by the Minnesota Historical society, which indicates the funding will “be used to contract with qualified professionals to prepare construction documents for the preservation of a Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific […]

April 18, 2026

$35 million campaign launched to renovate historic State Fair 4-H Building

Landmark initiative is largest of its kind in history for the Minnesota State Fair and University of Minnesota 4-H Minnesota State Fair and Minnesota 4-H have partnered to begin a major renovation of the iconic three-story 4-H Building at the State Fairgrounds and an expansion of the statewide 4-H program. This is the largest project […]

April 17, 2026

Spring load restrictions end April 20 in South, Southeast, and Metro frost zones

ST. PAUL, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Transportation will end spring load restrictions in the South, Southeast and Metro frost zones on Monday, April 20. Please check with local agencies prior to increasing any weights on their routes. The sign erected on the roadway governs the load limit in effect. Seasonal load limit zones and […]

April 16, 2026

Gun Bingo and Permit Class Friday in Morris

The Stevens County Gobblers chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation is hosting a Gun Bingo night Friday, April 17th at the Morris American Legion. Doors open at 5 p.m. with bingo starting at 6, and a free will donation meal will be served. To sign up, call Erv at 320-760-6993. The event also includes […]

April 15, 2026

Paisley Park Announces Lineup for Prince Celebration 2026

(Learfield News/Chanhassen, MN) — Paisley Park is out with the lineup for Prince Celebration 2026 on June 3rd through 7th. Prince’s former bands the New Power Generation and the Revolution are uniting for the first time at this year’s event. The list of performers also includes Chaka Khan, Morris Day, Sounds of Blackness, and special guests […]