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From powwows to art crawls to church services, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Area off-roading parks are perfect for any thrillseeker looking to kick up some dirt and get muddy.
The summer season consists of three shows at the theater in downtown Willmar, Minnesota.
Don't hesitate to get take a walk, go on a run, or compete in a foot race with friends this summer. Sign up for a race — or walk — and invite a friend or two.
Farmers markets should be setting up shop throughout the region, chock full of homemade goods and fresh produce.
The Glacial Lakes Recreation Trail provides plenty of opportunities for a variety of outdoor activities across Kandiyohi County’s prairie lakes region.
Josh Owen, 44, of Glenwood, was killed in the line of duty on Saturday, April 15
Company reps said they are committed to meeting farmers' spring planting needs and keeping the site's 23 employees on the job
Turkeys
Nearly 500,000 birds affected by early autumn surge in avian flu in Minnesota
More than 650,000 birds over 18 sites have been depopulated in Minnesota due to an early autumn surge in highly pathogenic avian influenza.
William Henrichs, 66, of St. Cloud, was rescued from Rice Lake by another man with a pontoon after Henrichs' boat capsized Monday afternoon on Rice Lake. According to the release, "he was cold but otherwise uninjured."