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Sweet sounds of 'thanks. 11-24-18
Staff WriterSusana Kuehne Denzer family (Buddy, Jen and Kayden) enjoying pie at the Spirit of Life Thanksgiving service reception (Photo by Susana Kuehne) Volunteer handing out pie slices to guests at...
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Fall sports teams ready to start the season. 11.24.18
Staff WriterKen Francis THE HORNET WRESTLING TEAM worked on some moves under the watchful eyes of Coach Ryan Prom this week. The Hornets compete in the six-team Atwater-Cosmos Grove City tournament...
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NorthStar ridership numbers increasing. 11.24.18
Staff WriterKen Francis Ridership is increasing on the NorthStar Commuter Train.Tuesday, Metro Transit Finance Director Ed Petrie told the Sherburne County Board, ridership reached its highest level...
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Food shelf challenge is on! 12-1-18
Staff WriterSusana Kuehne EDINA REALTY team makes $1000 donation to BLCFS December Challenge L to R: Shelly Matuska, Dusty Dusterhoft, Ali Noble, Kim Schwecke, Becky Nielsen, and Cindy Lemm (Submitted...
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Mom’s death prompts Joe to speak up. 12-1-18
EditorGary W. Meyer CPL. JOE KALLA, member of the Big Lake Police Dept. since December, 2016. He served with the local police reserves for two years prior. He’s telling his story of the loss of his...
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Little Learners holds parent conferences. 12-1-18
Staff WriterSusana Kuehne KARLEE LYNDORFF and daughter MacKenzie Perkins (4 years old). MacKenzie attends Little Learners on Monday & Wednesday mornings in Ms. Kristen's class (Submitted Photo)...
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Students & teachers breaking are the learning mold at BLHS. 12-1-18
Staff WriterSusana Kuehne Students in the cafeteria working on self-directed projects or homework with friends Seniors Charlie Gellerman (in blue hoodie) and Taylor Haga working on a song with the...
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New industrial zoning gets city approval. 12-1-18
EditorGary W. Meyer THE AHO FAMILY, with parents Jonathon and Kati, who this week donated a park bench to Wrights Crossing Park. The bench and pad were valued at $1,048. (Submitted Photo) AMANDA...
View ArticleBusinesses obeying alcohol, tobacco laws. 12-1-18
Staff WriterKen Francis Business that sell alcohol and tobacco in Sherburne County did well during this year’s compliance checks.Mark Lees from Health & Human Services said countywide, 93% of...
View ArticleProposed tax rates lower in '19. 12.1.18
Staff WriterKen Francis With property values increasing and new home construction on the rise, the tax base in Sherburne County is as strong as it’s been in a long time. Even though some...
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Loved ones remembered at ‘Season of Light. 12.8.18
Staff WriterKen Francis Erin Ebnet leads the guests in singing "Silent Night" after the tree-lighting at the Season of Light ceremony at St. Benedict's in Monticello Tuesday evening. (Photo by Ken...
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Snowmobile group mixes work with fun. 12.8.18
Staff WriterKen Francis Some members of the Big Lake Sno-Cruises stopped for a break at Snuffy's Landing in Becker Twp. during a club ride. (Submitted photo.) Snowmobiling is one of the most popular...
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Lots of stores are playing 'Santa'. 12.8.18
EditorGary W. Meyer ALL KINDS OF HOMEMADE items are available at the next Big Lake Farmers Market, to be held at Saron Lutheran Church Friday (Dec. 14). Hours are 3 to 6 p.m. (Submitted Photo) CHUCK...
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Santa Day at Big Lake American Legion. 12.8.18
Staff WriterSusana Kuehne Over 230 kids attended Santa Day, but not all the kids were as happy as others to see Santa! (Submitted Photo) (More photos inside) Santa picking the winners for the bike...
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Christmas services throughout central Sherburne County. 12.8.18
Staff WriterBy Bill Morgan OAKWOOD CHURCH’S LIVE NATIVITY is returning to Becker. Members of the church volunteer to act in one of the 10 stages of the nativity story while visitors drive up in the...
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Do You Hear What I Hear? 12.8.18
Staff WriterSusana Kuehne The Big Lake seventh and eighth grade bands performed holiday music for family and friends on Thursday night at Big Lake Middle School. (Photos by Susan Kuehne) Thursday,...
View ArticleHoliday lights could win prizes. 12.8.18
Staff WriterSusana Kuehne Have you put up your holiday lights for the season already? This year, the City of Big Lake will be hosting its second annual holiday lighting contest. There will be two...
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Officials discuss county priorities. 12-15-18
Submitted PhotoKen Francis Sherburne County Commissioners and state legislators met during a legislative priorities meeting Monday at the Sherburne History Center Front, from left, Sen. Mary Kiffmeyer...
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Donate hats and mittens for kids. 12-15-18
Staff WriterSusana Kuehne RIVERWOOD BANK employees help collect donations for kids with their hat and mitten tree. Left of tree: Tina Laumb and Patsy Klang, Right of tree: Spencer Bjerga and Stephanie...
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Taylor gets glowing review. 12-15-18
Staff WriterKen Francis Sherburne County Administrator Steve Taylor (Photo by Ken Francis) The Sherburne County Board gave County Administrator Steve Taylor a positive performance review during...
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